Plechtigheid met koning Willem III in de Nieuwe Kerk te Amsterdam, 1874 1874

This is a page from an illustrated magazine, made in 1874 by Frédéric Théodore Lix, depicting a ceremony with King Willem III in the Nieuwe Kerk in Amsterdam. The image is a wood engraving. In this process, the artist uses specialized tools to carve an image into the end grain of a block of wood, which is much harder than the side grain used for woodcuts. This allows for finer detail and more intricate designs. Look closely at the details of the architecture and the figures in the crowd. The density of the marks creates a sense of depth and texture, almost like a photograph. Wood engraving was a popular method for reproducing images in books and magazines during the 19th century. It was a skilled and labor-intensive process, often involving teams of engravers working to tight deadlines. This print offers a fascinating glimpse into the relationship between art, industry, and the dissemination of information in the modern era.