Gelijkhoekige veelhoek rond een veelhoek met onderaan huizen 1669

This print, “Gelijkhoekige veelhoek rond een veelhoek met onderaan huizen,” was made by Sébastien Leclerc I. Leclerc worked with metal, using tools to incise lines into the surface to create this image. The material qualities of metal-- its hardness, its ability to be etched and to hold fine lines--dictates the aesthetic we see here. Consider the labor involved in this process. Each line meticulously carved, demanding precision and control. This wasn't a quick sketch but a deliberate act of translating knowledge and skill into a visual form. The texture achieved through etching lends the print a tactile quality, inviting closer inspection. Leclerc’s work reflects the intersection of art, craft, and knowledge. His print is more than just a picture; it's a testament to the expertise embedded in the making process. It prompts us to reconsider the value of skilled labor and the artistry found in technical disciplines.