Vischpoort te Elburg Possibly 1889

architectural sketch

landscape illustration sketch

aged paper

mechanical pen drawing

pencil sketch

old engraving style

etching

pen-ink sketch

pen work

architecture drawing

"Vischpoort te Elburg" is an etching by Dutch artist Elias Stark depicting a view of the historic Vischpoort gate in Elburg, Netherlands. Created in 1889, the artwork showcases Stark's meticulous attention to detail in capturing the architectural features of the gate, including its clock tower and brick facade. The etching captures the serene atmosphere of the street, emphasizing the interplay of light and shadow and the quiet life of the town. Stark's etching is a testament to the enduring beauty of Dutch architecture and a valuable historical document of the Vischpoort, a significant landmark in Elburg.