Breda 1888 - 1931

"Breda" is an etching created by Willem Adrianus Grondhout between 1888 and 1931. This piece, currently held in the Rijksmuseum, showcases Grondhout's mastery of the etching technique. The artwork depicts the cityscape of Breda, Netherlands, with a focus on a church under construction, its facade partially obscured by scaffolding. The intricate lines and delicate shading characteristic of etching are prominent in this piece, revealing a nuanced representation of the architectural details and the bustling atmosphere of the city. Grondhout's "Breda" serves as a testament to the power of printmaking in capturing the essence of a specific location and time.