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Jan van de Velde II

Associated Names
Jan van de Velde II

Artist, Dutch, 1593 - 1641

The image shows a pastoral scene with an elevated perspective. A bridge spans the horizon, windmills dot the landscape, and there are various elements like trees, buildings, and figures depicted with detailed etching. The color palette is sepia and brown, highlighting the linework. In the forefront, figures are engaged in agricultural activities with animals nearby, while structures, trees, and a bridge lead to the expansive landscape. The sky has well-defined clouds and flocks of birds, adding to the rural charm of the scene.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Accession Number

    1954.12.153

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Hollstein, no. 39, State only


Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1883

  • Franken, D. and J.Ph. van der Kellen. L'Oeuvre de Jan van de Velde. Amsterdam: Frederik Muller et Cie; Paris: Rapilly, 1883. Reprint. Amsterdam: G.W. Hissink en Co., 1968.

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

Q65359398

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