Onverwacht bezoek 1887

"Onverwacht bezoek" is a black and white etching by Willem (II) Steelink, created in 1887. This artwork depicts a carriage arriving at an arched gateway in the Netherlands. The dark and shadowy depiction of the scene, filled with figures, creates a sense of mystery and intrigue. Steelink’s use of etching, a technique involving acid, allows for meticulous detail and subtle shading, lending depth and realism to the scene.