Allegorische voorstelling ter gelegenheid van het huwelijk van Adriaan van Maten en Maria van Vollenhoven 1721
bernardpicart
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quirky sketch
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mechanical pen drawing
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pen sketch
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pencil 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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pencil art
This 1721 engraving by Bernard Picart, titled "Allegorische voorstelling ter gelegenheid van het huwelijk van Adriaan van Maten en Maria van Vollenhoven", commemorates the wedding of Adriaan van Maten and Maria van Vollenhoven. The image is rich in symbolism, featuring a central scene of a couple being joined by an angel. The surrounding imagery, including cherubs, a lion, and a draped curtain, further emphasizes the celebration of love and union. The intricate details and allegorical figures make this a work of art that is both beautiful and thought-provoking. The engraving is held in the Rijksmuseum and measures 118 mm by 148 mm.
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