Markthal of wachthuisje
Gherardo Cibo
1562 - 1564
Medium
pen
Dimensions
212; 283
About this artwork
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Art Historical Context
Gherardo Cibo's *Markthal of wachthje*, created between 1562 and1564, offers a glimpse into the Renaissance fascination with urban architecture and detailed observation. Cibo (1512–1600), an Italian nobleman and, was renowned for his intricate pen drawings that blended scientific precision with imaginative landscapes. Though primarily celebrated for botanical studies, works like this showcase his skill in capturing everyday structures, possibly a market hall ("markthal") or watch house ("wachthuisje evoking bustling civic life in 16th-century Europe. Executed in pen on a modest scale (212 × 2...