Winterlandschap met boerderij

About this artwork

plaatrand: hoogte 157 mm x breedte 238 mm

Art Historical Context

Emile de Baré’s *Winterlandschap met boerderij* captures the quiet poetry of a rural winter scene through the delicate medium of etching. Created sometime between 1865 and 1902, this modest print—measuring just 157 by 238 millimetres—invites close viewing, rewarding the eye with fine lines that suggest snow-laden roofs, bare trees, and the sturdy silhouette of a farmhouse. The Dutch title hints at a Northern European sensibility, where winter landscapes often served as metaphors for endurance and seasonal change. Etching, a technique prized in the nineteenth century for its expressive potential, allowed artists like de Baré to achieve both precision and atmospheric softness. By drawing through a wax ground on a metal plate and immersing it in acid, the artist could render subtle tonal variations that evoke the chill and stillness of winter without relying on colour. Such prints were affordable and widely circulated, bringing intimate views of the countryside into urban homes and fostering a broader appreciation for everyday landscapes. Though little is documented about de Baré’s life, this work reflects the period’s fascination with rural subjects and the growing popularity of etching as an independent art form rather than a mere reproductive tool. The small scale encourages personal reflection, reminding viewers of the timeless beauty found in ordinary winter moments.

About the Artist

Emile de Baré · 1855–1902

**Emile de Baré (also styled Emile De Baré or Emile Marie Adolphe Joseph De Baré de Comogne) was a Belgian artist born in 1855 in Namur and who died in 1902 in Liège.** He is best known for his black-and-white etchings depicting rural landscapes, frequently featuring cottages, trees, and quiet countryside scenes. De Baré worked in both etching and oil painting. Auction records document canvases s...