Twee urnen before 1800

aged paper

toned paper

light pencil work

blue ink drawing

pencil sketch

old engraving style

personal sketchbook

pen-ink sketch

sketchbook drawing

sketchbook art

"Twee urnen" (Two Urns) is an anonymous engraving from before 1800. Depicting two ornate urns in meticulous detail, the artwork exemplifies the high level of craftsmanship and design that characterized the period. One urn features a fluted body and a base adorned with decorative elements, while the other boasts intricate relief work depicting figures. The artwork is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, providing viewers with a glimpse into the decorative arts and architectural sensibilities of the time.