Kasteel de Haar
in or after 1815
Medium
etching
Dimensions
108; 162
Rights
Public Domain
About this artwork
verzamelaarsmerk, verso, gestempeld: Lugt 2228
Art Historical Context
Hermanus van Brussel created this delicate etching of Kasteel de Haar in or after 1815. The small print, measuring just 108 by 162 millimeters, depicts the historic Dutch castle with careful attention to its architectural lines and surrounding landscape. As an etching, the work exemplifies a medium prized for its ability to produce fine, expressive lines that convey both structure and atmosphere in a compact format. The presence of the collector’s mark Lugt 2228 on the reverse indicates that this impression once belonged to a distinguished collection, reflecting the long-standing appreciation for architectural views among print enthusiasts. Created during a period of renewed interest in national heritage, van Brussel’s etching would have allowed viewers to study and admire one of the Netherlands’ notable landmarks through the accessible art of printmaking.
About the Artist
Hermanus van Brussel · 1763–1815
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