Gezicht op Capelle aan den IJssel 1662 - 1683
janvanalmeloveen
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old engraving style
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"Gezicht op Capelle aan den IJssel" is an etching by Dutch artist Jan van Almeloveen, dated 1662-1683 and currently located at the Rijksmuseum. The artwork depicts a small boat with a sail, carrying a group of people, against a background of a town with a church steeple, all rendered in a detailed and naturalistic style typical of Dutch etching. The print captures a scene of everyday life in 17th-century Netherlands, highlighting the importance of water transport in Dutch society. This etching is part of a series of views of towns and cities in the Netherlands, showcasing the artist's keen observation and technical skill.
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