Landschap met gezicht op de stadsmuren bij Keulen by Wenceslaus Hollar

Landschap met gezicht op de stadsmuren bij Keulen 1643 - 1644

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aged paper

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toned paper

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light pencil work

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pencil sketch

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old engraving style

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sketch book

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personal sketchbook

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sketchbook drawing

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pencil work

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sketchbook art

"Landschap met gezicht op de stadsmuren bij Keulen" is an etching by renowned artist Wenceslaus Hollar. The artwork, created between 1643 and 1644, showcases a detailed view of the city walls of Cologne, with a prominent tower and surrounding landscape. Hollar's meticulous technique and attention to detail are evident in the depiction of the city's fortifications, trees, and the figures in the foreground, capturing the essence of this German cityscape. The etching, now in the Rijksmuseum, is a testament to Hollar's expertise in topographical views, offering a glimpse into the city of Cologne during the 17th century.

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