Allegorische compositie op de dood van predikant Hermanus Johannes Krom 1805
georgekockers
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quirky illustration
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childish illustration
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shading to add clarity
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book
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old engraving style
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personal sketchbook
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pen-ink sketch
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limited contrast and shading
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sketchbook drawing
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cartoon carciture
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sketchbook art
"Allegorische compositie op de dood van predikant Hermanus Johannes Krom" is an 1805 etching by George Kockers, a Dutch artist. The artwork depicts a symbolic composition commemorating the death of a preacher named Hermanus Johannes Krom. The etching features a skull, a coat of arms, open books, a cherub, and a profile portrait of Krom, emphasizing the themes of mortality and religious scholarship. This engraving, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a valuable example of Dutch commemorative art from the early 19th century, showcasing the complex symbolism used to honor the deceased.
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