Print Description
A tranquil winter scene with bare trees, a thatched farmhouse, and people engaging in winter activities, possibly skating or conversing near the frozen water. A distant church adds depth to the composition.
Made by Paulus van Liender after own design.
Medium: Etching in sepia on hand-laid (verge) paper. Watermark: Pro Patria / Dutch garden.
Sheet size: 13.6 x 13.5 cm (5.35 x 5.31 inch). Image size: 12.8 x 12.5 cm. (5.04 x 4.92 inch).
Condition: good, given age. Light foxing, creasing and soiling. General age-related toning and/or occasional minor defects from handling. Please study scan carefully.
PAULUS VAN LIENDER, WINTER LANDSCAPE, ETCHING, DUTCH ART, 18TH CENTURY, SOLITARY HOUSE, RURAL SCENE, SEASONAL ART | PCO-C43-43
BACKGROUND INFORMATION
Source: unknown, to be determined.
Reference: Collectie Rijksmuseum 2(2).
Biography engraver: Paulus van Liender (1731?1797) was a Dutch artist and printmaker known for his detailed etchings of landscapes and rural scenes. His work often depicted seasonal themes and idyllic Dutch countryside views.
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