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published 1612

Claes Jansz Visscher

Associated Names
Claes Jansz Visscher

Artist, Dutch, 1586/1587 - 1652

Master of the Small Landscapes

Artist After, Netherlandish

Lucas van Doetechum

Artist After, Netherlandish, active 1554-1572; died before 1589

Johannes van Doetechum the Elder

Artist After, Netherlandish, 1528/1532 - 1605

The image shows a figure standing on the right playing bagpipes. Behind them is a winding path, a large tree, and a small church-like structure in the distance on the left. A cartwheel rests against a gate. The engraving showcases fine lines depicting textures of clothing, tree leaves, and a thatched building. The color scheme is monochrome focusing on contrast. Latin text is displayed on a board near the figure.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching

  • Credit Line

    Andrew W. Mellon Fund

  • Accession Number

    1975.59.1

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Hollstein, no. 292, State i/iii

  • Series Title

    Regiunculae et villae aliquot ducatus Brabantiae: pl.1 [Hollstein 292-317 i/iii]

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

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

Q65566853

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