Spring (Village Fair before an Inn)

1617

Jan van de Velde II

Associated Names
Jan van de Velde II

Artist, Dutch, 1593 - 1641

The image is a black and white etching of a village scene. The viewpoint is at street level, showing various figures engaged in activities. The horizon is in the upper third, with trees framing the sky and village buildings. The technique includes fine lines and cross-hatching for texture. The color palette consists of shades of gray. Additional elements include figures interacting near a building with a staircase and a man playing with a dog in the background.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching

  • Credit Line

    Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund

  • Accession Number

    1972.28.95

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Hollstein, no. 26, State iii/vi


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

Q65571478

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