5/6
Medium
etching
Dimensions
274; 185
About this artwork
plaatrand: hoogte 185 mm x breedte 274 mm
Art Historical Context
Gerrit Groenewegen 1797 etching titled5/6* the refined printmaking tradition of the late Dutch Golden Age. Measuring just 185 by 274 millimeters, the modest plate size suggests it was designed for inclusion in a portfolio or instructional publication rather than as a standalone wall piece. As the fifth sheet in a six-part series, the work likely formed part of a systematic study—possibly of vessels, rigging, or harbor scenes—reflecting the period’s keen interest in maritime technology and trade. Etching allowed Groenewegen to achieve crisp lines and subtle tonal gradations that captured the i...
About the Artist
Gerrit Groenewegen · 1754–1826
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