Erepoorten bij de intocht van Willem V te Veere (Nr. V), 1766 1766 - 1767
gerardsibelius
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architectural sketch
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light pencil work
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quirky sketch
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shading to add clarity
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pencil sketch
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old engraving style
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sketchwork
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pen-ink sketch
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pen work
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pencil work
This 1766-1767 etching by Gerard Sibelius depicts a triumphal arch erected in Veere, the Netherlands, in honor of William V’s 1766 visit. The elaborate design features an obelisk with a coat of arms at the top, flanked by two figures holding reeds. The figures are likely symbolic of prosperity and strength, befitting a monument commemorating the Prince of Orange’s arrival. This artwork is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum and demonstrates the artistic trends of the 18th century in the Netherlands.
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