Gezicht op Huis Zwanenburg te Halfweg by Abraham Rademaker

Gezicht op Huis Zwanenburg te Halfweg after 1728

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aged paper

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parchment

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mechanical pen drawing

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old engraving style

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personal sketchbook

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historical photography

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old-timey

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pen-ink sketch

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19th century

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pen work

Abraham Rademaker's etching "Gezicht op Huis Zwanenburg te Halfweg" (after 1728), currently held in the Rijksmuseum, depicts the grand Zwanenburg estate in the Netherlands. This detailed view showcases the manor house, its surrounding grounds, and a bridge leading to the property, revealing the architectural grandeur of the estate. The inclusion of figures in the foreground, a carriage, and a dog further emphasizes the scale of the building and its picturesque setting. This print offers a fascinating glimpse into the elegant architecture and lifestyle of the Dutch elite during the 18th century.

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