Kustgezicht met Aeneas te Delos Possibly 1776
richardearlom
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pencil drawn
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aged paper
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toned paper
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light pencil work
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parchment
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pencil sketch
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old engraving style
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pencil work
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watercolour illustration
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watercolor
"Kustgezicht met Aeneas te Delos" is a print by Richard Earlom, possibly from 1776, currently housed at the Rijksmuseum. The print depicts a coastal scene with Aeneas and his companions arriving at the island of Delos. The image, executed in brown tones, showcases a classical architectural style, likely inspired by ancient Roman architecture. The composition focuses on the arrival of Aeneas, emphasizing the dramatic moment of his journey in the context of a grand architectural setting. This artwork is a fine example of 18th-century printmaking, demonstrating the artistry of the era in its detail and composition.
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