Lente 1626

hermanbreckerveld

light pencil work

quirky sketch

mechanical pen drawing

pen sketch

pencil sketch

personal sketchbook

pen-ink sketch

sketchbook drawing

watercolour illustration

pencil art

This etching, "Lente" (Spring) by Herman Breckerveld, dates from 1626. It portrays a group of figures, including a man and woman in lavish clothing, interacting with a beggar on a rural path. The scene includes a horse, dogs, and a carriage traveling in the distance. The composition is filled with detail, capturing the beauty and warmth of the season. Breckerveld's work is characterized by its sharp lines and realistic portrayal of figures and landscapes, making it a fine example of 17th-century Dutch etching.