Who created "Halting at a Roadside Inn"?

Halting at a Roadside Inn was created by Pieter de Molijn in 1657.

What medium is "Halting at a Roadside Inn"?

Halting at a Roadside Inn is oil on copper.

Is "Halting at a Roadside Inn" in the public domain?

Yes, Halting at a Roadside Inn is in the public domain and available for free download under CC0 license.

Halting at a Roadside Inn

Pieter de Molijn

1657

Medium

oil on copper

Dimensions

27.6; 4.5; 35.6

About this artwork

signature and date, bottom right (P and M ligated): ‘PMolyn [1]657’

Art Historical Context

**Halting at a Road Inn** (1657) by Pieter Molijn captures a serene moment of respite amid the Dutch countryside, showcasing the artist's mastery of landscape painting during the Golden Age. Born 1595, de Molijn was a pioneer in the tonal landscape tradition, influenced by predecessors like Esaias van de Vel. This small-scale oil on copper panel (27.6 × 35.6 cm) depicts travelers pausing at a rustic inn, evoking the everyday rhythms of 17th-century rural life—a popular theme reflecting Holland's prosperity and wanderlust. The choice of copper as a support is particularly noteworthy. Prized in...

Halting at a Roadside Inn

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