IJsvermaak 1739 - 1804

"IJsvermaak" (Ice Amusement), an etching by Johann Andreas Benjamin Nothnagel, depicts a lively winter scene. The artwork showcases a group of people enjoying ice skating and other winter activities on a frozen canal. The composition centers on the figures, their detailed clothing and gestures conveying the joy and excitement of a Dutch winter. Nothnagel's use of delicate lines creates a sense of depth and atmosphere, immersing the viewer in the scene. The etching provides a glimpse into everyday life in 18th-century Holland, capturing a moment of leisure and community during the winter months.