Chinese man onder een baldakijn by Pieter Schenk

Chinese man onder een baldakijn 1682 - 1711

pencil drawn

aged paper

light pencil work

pencil sketch

old engraving style

personal sketchbook

ink colored

sketchbook drawing

pencil work

sketchbook art

This engraving by Pieter Schenk (1660-1711) is a depiction of a Chinese man standing beneath a canopy. This is a title page illustration for Schenk's book "Chinee Se en Vreemden," which translates to "Chinese and Foreigners." The print dates back to 1682-1711, reflecting the Dutch fascination with foreign cultures during the Golden Age. The illustration exemplifies the artistic style of the period, featuring a detailed representation of the figure and the ornate backdrop.