De provincie Overijssel. 215,000 inwoners 1850
janschuitemaker
aged paper
page thumbnail
old engraving style
traditional media
retro 'vintage design
personal sketchbook
journal
old-timey
storyboard and sketchbook work
word imagery
"De provincie Overijssel. 215,000 inwoners" (1850) by Jan Schuitemaker is an illustrated page from a Dutch children's magazine, "Prenten-Magazijn voor de Jeugd." The page features four wood engravings; a map of the province of Overijssel, a view of the city of Kampen, a depiction of a linen factory in Deventer, and a view of a factory owned by a Mr. Kerstins. The engravings depict local industries and sites of interest, providing a glimpse into 19th-century Dutch life. The illustration is in the style of wood engravings common in the 19th century, featuring detailed lines and textures. This artwork is an example of educational printmaking, using illustrative techniques to teach young people about geography and industry.
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