Gezicht op de Raampoort te Haarlem, 1739 1739
hendrikspilman
#
comic strip sketch
#
aged paper
#
parchment
#
mechanical pen drawing
#
old engraving style
#
retro 'vintage design
#
personal sketchbook
#
old-timey
#
pen work
#
storyboard and sketchbook work
This 1739 etching by Hendrik Spilman, titled "Gezicht op de Raampoort te Haarlem," depicts the Raampoort gate in Haarlem, Netherlands. The detailed drawing showcases the gate’s prominent windmill, a bridge leading to it, and the surrounding buildings and landscape. Spilman’s precise lines and meticulous rendering of architectural details create a captivating image that captures the charm and history of Haarlem. This print, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, provides a glimpse into the city's past and the importance of its fortifications.
Comments
No comments
Be the first to comment and join the conversation on the ultimate creative platform.