Title Page: Two Cripples Receiving Alms

1632

Johannes van Vliet

Associated Names
Johannes van Vliet

Artist, Dutch, born c. 1610

This is a drawing of a scene involving three figures. One figure is depicted on an upper surface passing something down to the two figures below. One of the lower figures is kneeling and holding a cup, while the other is seated and gesturing upwards. The drawing includes text in a decorative script, possibly a title, artist's signature, and date, 1652. The artwork features intricate line work typical of the 17th century, capturing details of clothing and expressions, conveying a lively and dynamic scene.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Accession Number

    1943.3.8336

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Hollstein, no. 73, State i/iv


Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1884

  • Dutuit, Eugène. Manuel de l'amateur d'estampes. Vol. I, IV-VI. Paris: A Levy, 1884-1885. Reprint. Amsterdam: G.W. Hissink, 1970-1972.

1949

  • Hollstein, F.W.H. et al. German engravings, etchings and woodcuts ca. 1400-1700. 8 vols. Amsterdam: Menno Hertzberger, 1954-1868. Dutch and Flemish etchings, engravings and woodcuts, ca. 1450-1700. Vols. I-XV, XVIII, XIX. Amsterdam: Menno Hertzberge

Wikidata ID

Q65022301

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