Gezicht op de Oude Kerk te Scheveningen 1755 - 1762
ivenbesoet
aged paper
light pencil work
parchment
pencil sketch
old engraving style
etching
personal sketchbook
pen-ink sketch
pencil work
botanical art
"Gezicht van Scheveningen" (View of Scheveningen) is a 1755-1762 etching by Dutch artist Iven Besoet (1720-1769). The artwork depicts a detailed perspective view of the Oude Kerk (Old Church) in Scheveningen, Netherlands. It shows the church building in its urban context with surrounding buildings, people going about their daily lives and a glimpse of the sea and ships in the distance. The composition emphasizes the architectural grandeur of the church, its prominent position in the cityscape and the lively atmosphere of the seaside town. This is a significant example of 18th-century Dutch etching, showcasing a combination of architectural and topographical interests.
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