Winter 1777 - 1801

hendrikleffertmeyling

comic strip sketch

pen drawing

pen illustration

pen sketch

old engraving style

personal sketchbook

sketchwork

pen-ink sketch

pen work

sketchbook drawing

"Winter" is a decorative engraving by Dutch artist Hendrik Leffert Meyling, created between 1777 and 1801. The work showcases a decorative, ornamental style of lettering with the word "Winter" spelled out in elaborate, calligraphic script. The central motif is surrounded by an ornate frame and two vignettes depicting winter scenes, likely set in a Dutch port. This work is an example of decorative lettering that utilizes visual elements to express the concept of winter.