Volle maan 1635 - 1688

photo of handprinted image

toned paper

natural tone

ink paper printed

light coloured

old engraving style

natural cool tone

white palette

watercolour illustration

watercolor

"Volle maan" (Full Moon) is an etching by Claude Mellan, a French artist known for his intricate engravings. Created between 1635 and 1688, the artwork depicts the moon in meticulous detail, showcasing the craters and surface features of the celestial body. This print, now in the Rijksmuseum, stands as a testament to Mellan's mastery of the engraving technique and his fascination with the wonders of the cosmos.