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Trees in the wind
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Trees in the wind

Jacques de Gheyn (II) · 1598 - 1608 · pen; cartridge paper; ink; chalk

From the collection of Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Free to download, adapt and use — no permission needed.

About this work

A breeze seems to be blowing in this drawing. With fluid and rhythmic lines Jacques de Gheyn created the impression of trees swaying in the wind. De Gheyn was not interested so much in making a naturalistic depiction, as giving free rein to his imagination.

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Credit lineBomen in de wind. 1598 - 1608. Jacques de Gheyn (II). Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Public domain.
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