Voorwoord van de uitgever 1693

"Voorwoord van de uitgever" is a 1693 etching by Dutch artist Pieter Schenk (1660-1711) that is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum. The etching is a close-up of text in the publisher’s introduction to a book, exemplifying the Dutch artist’s interest in visual and textual detail. The intricate depiction of the letters allows the viewer to envision the craftsmanship of early printing, with each letter etched with remarkable precision. Schenk’s meticulous style would have been popular with collectors who prized fine artistry and historical context.