Feestelijk bezoek te Nijmegen, 1831 1831 - 1832
willemhendrikhoogkamer
aged paper
light pencil work
photo restoration
light coloured
old engraving style
white palette
archive photography
historical photography
desaturated colour
old-timey
"Feestelijk bezoek te Nijmegen, 1831" is an 1831-1832 etching by Dutch artist Willem Hendrik Hoogkamer. The print depicts a lively scene in Nijmegen, showcasing a gathering of people on the banks of the Waal river. The scene is dominated by a large ship docked at the riverbank, with many figures interacting on the deck and on the shore. The artist captures the bustling atmosphere with meticulous detail, including flags waving in the wind, carriages waiting on the cobblestone road, and figures engaged in conversations and activities. This print is a valuable historical document, capturing a glimpse of daily life in Nijmegen during the 19th century. The print can be found in the Rijksmuseum.
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