Stellage met het vuurwerk op de Grote Markt te Vlissingen, 1751 1753
anonymous
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comic strip sketch
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aged paper
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quirky sketch
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old engraving style
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personal sketchbook
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sketchwork
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pen-ink sketch
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pen work
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sketchbook drawing
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storyboard and sketchbook work
This anonymous engraving, titled "Stellage met het vuurwerk op de Grote Markt te Vlissingen, 1751" depicts a fireworks display in Vlissingen, Netherlands. Created in 1753, the artwork is an architectural design plan for a grand celebration, showcasing a complex arrangement of arches, fences, and figures. The detailed rendering suggests a celebratory event of significant importance, likely commemorating a royal visit or national holiday. The engraving offers a glimpse into 18th-century Dutch cultural practices and the meticulous planning behind public celebrations.
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