Gezicht op de Korenbeurs te Amsterdam c. 1770 - 1783
hermanuspetrusschouten
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photo of handprinted image
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aged paper
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light pencil work
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photo restoration
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ink paper printed
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parchment
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pencil sketch
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light coloured
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old engraving style
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old-timey
This etching titled "Gezicht op de Korenbeurs te Amsterdam" by Hermanus Petrus Schouten, created between 1770 and 1783, depicts the New Corn Exchange in Amsterdam. The architectural details of the building are emphasized in this detailed, yet simplistic print. The artist has included figures in the foreground, providing a sense of scale and capturing daily life in the city. The etching is a testament to Schouten's skill and demonstrates his mastery of the medium. The piece can be found in the Rijksmuseum, a testament to the importance of this architectural landmark and the artist's contribution to Dutch art.
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