Nieuwjaarswens 1842 - 1866

"Nieuwjaarswens" is a New Year's greeting by Dutch artist Desiré Nathan Jacobson, printed between 1842 and 1866. The artwork features a small-scale engraving of a house by a river, possibly a rural scene, alongside a poem. The text likely reflects traditional themes of optimism and hope for the new year, common in 19th-century Dutch art and culture. The artwork is a small-scale, intimate piece, measuring just 339 mm in height and 211 mm in width, making it a more personal and domestic form of art. This piece, created in the style of engravings, illustrates the importance of artistic practices that made art accessible and affordable during this period.