Description
Drawing the Eel painting by Salomon Van Ruysdael is a work of art noted for its realistic and detailed artistic style. The composition of the painting is impressive, as it shows a natural landscape with a river and a series of buildings in the background. The artist has used a soft and natural color palette to create a calm and serene atmosphere in the painting.
The story behind the painting is interesting as it is believed to have been created around 1649-1650 and was inspired by the daily life of fishermen in the Netherlands. The image of the man drawing the eel on the river bank is an interesting detail that adds a human touch to the painting.
A little known aspect of the work is that Salomon Van Ruysdael was actually a landscape painter, and not a genre painter. This makes the inclusion of the human figure in the painting even more interesting and unique.
Overall Drawing the Eel is a stunning painting showcasing the artist's ability to capture natural beauty and everyday life in a single work of art. The original size of the painting is 75 x 106 cm, which makes it a medium-sized work that can be appreciated in detail.