Twee gezichten op Meliskerke, 1745 1754 - 1792

This etching by Hendrik Spilman, titled *Twee gezichten op Meliskerke, 1745*, depicts two views of the Dutch village of Meliskerke. The top view shows a perspective of the village from a distance, while the bottom view provides a closer, more intimate look at the village and its church. This pair of etchings is a fine example of Spilman's ability to capture the picturesque character of Dutch villages, using a simple yet expressive style. They were created sometime between 1754 and 1792, which is a time period during which the Dutch Golden Age was reaching its end.