Landschap met tekenaar

About this artwork

verzamelaarsmerk, verso onder, gestempeld: Lugt 2228

Art Historical Context

### Landschap met tekenaar Step into the serene world of *Landschap met tekenaar* (Landscape with Draughtsman), a delicate etching by Austrian artist Bartholomäus Ignaz Weiss, from 1755 to 1814. This intimate print, measuring just 78 mm high by 90 mm wide, captures a picturesque landscape scene featuring a draughtsman at work—likely an artist sketching en plein air. Such motifs were popular in 18th-century European art, blending topography with a nod to the creative process itself, evoking the era's fascination with nature and observation. Etching, Weiss's chosen medium, exemplifies the precision of intaglio printmaking: acid bites into a metal plate to create fine, expressive lines ideal for capturing foliage, distant hills, and atmospheric depth in small formats. These pocket-sized works were prized by collectors for their affordability and portability, making grand landscapes accessible beyond oil paintings. Weiss, known for his detailed views, contributed to the Rococo tradition of idyllic scenes transitioning toward Romantic sensibilities. On the verso, lower edge, bears a collector's mark (Lugt 2228), stamped from a distinguished institution like the Rijksmuseum's print room—testifying to its enduring value in art history. A charming gem for print enthusiasts! (198 words)