Omslag voor: Gezigten in de omstreeken van Leiden by Wilhelmus van Groenewoud

Omslag voor: Gezigten in de omstreeken van Leiden 1834

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photo of handprinted image

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aged paper

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reduced colour palette

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script typography

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ship

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hand drawn type

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personal sketchbook

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fading type

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sketchbook drawing

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sketchbook art

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colour shading

This 1834 lithograph by Wilhelmus van Groenewoud, titled "Omslag voor: Gezigten in de omstreeken van Leiden," is a cover design for a collection of prints. The artwork depicts a panoramic view of Leiden, showcasing the city's skyline and river, which is likely the Rhine. The composition includes a foreground of trees and a small group of figures on horseback, adding a sense of scale and perspective. The title and inscription are carefully rendered in a decorative script, reflecting the graphic artistry of the period. This piece is part of the Rijksmuseum collection, offering a glimpse into Dutch art and printing practices of the 19th century.

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