Landschappen (serie A)

About this artwork

verzamelaarsmerk, verso, gestempeld: Lugt 2228

Art Historical Context

**Landschappen (serie A)** by Gerard van Nijmegen, created in 1790, invites visitors into the serene world of Dutch landscape etching. This intimate print, measuring just 198 mm high by 151 mm wide, belongs to "serie A" of landscapes, showcasing the artist's skill in capturing natural vistas through the delicate lines of etching—a technique where acid etches designs into a metal plate for richly textured reproductions. Etchings like this were prized in the late 18th-century Netherlands for their affordability and detail, allowing artists to disseminate intricate scenes to a wider audience bey...

About the Artist

Gerard van Nijmegen · 1735–1808

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