Bonn 1642 - 1644
wenceslaushollar
themetropolitanmuseumofart
drawing, print
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drawing
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amateur sketch
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toned paper
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light pencil work
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pencil sketch
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incomplete sketchy
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river
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etching
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charcoal drawing
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pen-ink sketch
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watercolour illustration
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watercolor
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building
Wenceslaus Hollar's etching, "Bonn", is a detailed view of the city of Bonn, Germany, as seen from across the Rhine River. Dating back to 1642-1644, the artwork depicts the city's skyline, featuring a windmill, a castle, and a cluster of buildings, all rendered with meticulous precision. Hollar was known for his technical skill and his ability to capture the essence of a place, making this etching a valuable historical document as well as an artistic achievement.
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