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Study of the trunk of a tree with roots
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Study of the trunk of a tree with roots

Jacques de Gheyn (II) · 1575 - 1625 · pen; brush; cartridge paper; ink; chalk

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

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De Gheyn was fascinated by this tree’s fanciful structure and growth process. He studied it very closely, minutely rendering every split, burr, and twist.

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Credit lineStudie van de stam van een boom met wortels. 1575 - 1625. Jacques de Gheyn (II). Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Public domain.

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