Castle (Warmond?)

published 1612

Claes Jansz Visscher

Associated Names
Claes Jansz Visscher

Artist, Dutch, 1586/1587 - 1652

Johannes van Doetechum the Elder

Artist After, Netherlandish, 1528/1532 - 1605

Master of the Small Landscapes

Artist After, Netherlandish

Lucas van Doetechum

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

The image shows a historical townscape from an elevated point of view. A small boat with a man and a flag is seen on the water, along with reeds and swans. In the background is a castle or large estate with detailed architectural features. A bridge crosses the water, leading to more buildings and trees. The artwork is detailed with fine brushstrokes and a monochromatic color palette.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching

  • Credit Line

    Andrew W. Mellon Fund

  • Accession Number

    1975.59.26

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    New Hollstein, undescribed

  • Series Title

    Reguinculae et villae aliquot ducatus Brabantiae: pl.26 [Hollstein 292-317]

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

1993

  • The New Hollstein Dutch & Flemish Etchings, Engravings and Woodcuts, 1450-1700. (van Doetecum family, Henk Nalis author). Rotterdam: Sound & Vision Interactive, 1996-, undescribed.

Wikidata ID

Q65566925

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