Gezicht op het vernieuwde slot Örbyhus 1694
willemswidde
aged paper
toned paper
sketch book
personal sketchbook
pen-ink sketch
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pen work
sketchbook drawing
storyboard and sketchbook work
sketchbook art
"Gezicht op het vernieuwde slot Örbyhus" is an engraving by Dutch artist Willem Swidde, created in 1694. The artwork depicts a view of the renovated Örbyhus Castle in Sweden, showcasing its grand facade and surrounding grounds. The meticulous detail of the architecture, including the intricate facade and surrounding gardens, is characteristic of Swidde's style. The engraving's inclusion of figures engaged in activities like carriage riding and promenading adds a sense of life and movement to the scene. This artwork is a valuable historical record, offering insights into the architectural style and social life of 17th-century Sweden. It can be found at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.
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