Vuurwerk bij de viering van de Vrede van Rijswijk, 1697 1779 - 1781
janfokke
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aged paper
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old engraving style
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personal sketchbook
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sketchwork
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pen-ink sketch
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pen work
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sketchbook drawing
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storyboard and sketchbook work
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sketchbook art
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initial sketch
This engraving by Dutch artist Jan Fokke, titled "Vuurwerk bij de viering van de Vrede van Rijswijk, 1697," depicts a fireworks display commemorating the Peace of Rijswijk signed in 1697. Created between 1779 and 1781, the artwork showcases a detailed view of the elaborate pyrotechnic structure, featuring a central tower adorned with decorative elements. Below, a boat carrying a group of figures observes the spectacle, capturing the festive atmosphere of the historical event. The engraving serves as a visual testament to the celebratory nature of peace and its enduring impact on Dutch society.
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