Verklaering van de Tytel-prent 1742 - 1745

"Verklaering van de Tytel-prent" is a 1742-1745 Dutch engraving by an anonymous artist. This work is a printed poem in Dutch, and displays a text-based approach to art, common in 18th-century printmaking. The artwork, which was likely created for a specific audience, is currently on display at the Rijksmuseum. The artwork uses a simple yet clear typography and layout to deliver its message, making it accessible to viewers, regardless of language. The artwork’s dimensions of 151 mm in height and 88 mm in width are consistent with typical printing practices of the time.