Herman SaftlevenDutch, 1609–1685A Forest Interior, with a Seated Figure
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Not on view at present
Where is “A Forest Interior, with a Seated Figure” now? Collection: Art Institute of Chicago, Chicago. Not on view at present. Checked September 29, 2026.
Chicago, United States
It belongs to the collection, but is not on display at present.
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About the work
In this charming landscape study, a seated figure appears nestled among tree roots at the bend in a stream or river. The water’s gentle course seems in harmony with the irregularly formed trees and their fluttering leaves. Black chalk lines anchor the structure of the landscape elements while the varied application of brown wash in different densities contributes the more atmospheric qualities of light and moving air. Saftleven was born into a family of artists, and his penchant for landscape subjects may have been formed by his travels along the Rhine and Moselle Rivers.
Art Institute of ChicagoCC BY 4.0
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- Accession number
- 2013.1021
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- Art Institute of Chicago
- Image: Art Institute of Chicago — CC0
