Print Description
The print shows a serene landscape in Yde, Drenthe, with a man walking along a path with his dog. The scene is framed by tall trees, with houses visible among the foliage. The etching captures the rural tranquility of the area.
Made by Hendrik Schwegman after Egbert van Drielst.
Medium: Etching and engraving on hand laid (verge) paper.
Sheet size: 48.5 x 37 cm (19.09 x 14.57 inch). Image size: 40 x 28.3 cm. (15.75 x 11.14 inch).
Condition: good, given age. Light ghosting from previous matting. Light soiling and creasing. General age-related toning and/or occasional minor defects from handling. Please study scan carefully.
DRENTHE, YDE, DUTCH LANDSCAPE, 18TH CENTURY PRINT, RURAL SCENE, ETCHING, HENDRIK SCHWEGMAN, EGBERT VAN DRIELST, CORNELIS SEBILLE ROOS | PCO-EXPO-DUTCH
BACKGROUND INFORMATION
Published as part of a series titled “IX Gezichten in en bij het landschap Drenthe,” depicting various scenes from the Drenthe region, published 1771-1816.
Reference: Wurzbach 2.
Biography engraver: Hendrik Schwegman was an 18th-century Dutch engraver known for his landscape prints. He worked closely with contemporary artists to produce detailed and accurate engravings, capturing the essence of the Dutch countryside.
Biography artist: Egbert van Drielst was a renowned Dutch landscape artist of the 18th century, often referred to as the “Dutch Claude Lorrain” for his masterful depiction of light and atmosphere in his landscapes. His works are celebrated for their idyllic and serene qualities.
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