View of the Town of Alkmaar
The Met
Artist: Salomon van Ruysdael(Dutch, Naarden, born ca. 1600–1603, died 1670 Haarlem)
Department: European Paintings
Classification: Paintings
Medium: Oil on wood
Dimensions: 20 1/4 x 33 in. (51.4 x 83.8 cm)
Credit Line: Purchase, 1871
Visual Descriptions
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Brief Description
A landscape with a river, boats, a prominent church, and a windmill under a cloudy sky
Detailed Description
A landscape shows a river scene under a vast, cloudy sky. The sky occupies the upper two-thirds of the canvas, filled with large, billowy clouds in shades of gray, white, and light blue, with hints of warm yellow and orange light breaking through, particularly on the right. The horizon line is low, with a dark, earthy bank separating the water from the distant land. On the left, a tall, light-colored windmill with visible sails stands near a cluster of green trees. Further right, a large, gray stone church with a prominent steeple dominates the middle ground, surrounded by smaller buildings and more trees. The river, dark and reflective, fills the lower third of the painting. In the center of the river, a flat-bottomed ferry carries several figures and what appear to be cattle. To the right, a larger sailboat with a tall, white sail glides across the water, accompanied by a few smaller boats.
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