Gezicht op de Oost-Indische Werf te Middelburg, 1778 1779
janarends
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aged paper
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toned paper
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light pencil work
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ink paper printed
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parchment
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light coloured
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old engraving style
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personal sketchbook
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watercolour illustration
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watercolor
"Gezicht op de Oost-Indische Werf te Middelburg, 1778" is an etching by Dutch artist Jan Arends, created in 1779. The artwork depicts a detailed view of the East India Company shipyard in Middelburg, Netherlands. The print shows numerous ships and boats, along with several figures working in and around the shipyard. This detailed and accurate depiction of the shipyard offers valuable insights into the Dutch maritime industry during the 18th century, highlighting the importance of shipbuilding and trade in the city of Middelburg.
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