Prentbijbel met voorstellingen uit het Oude en Nieuwe Testament 1643
claesjanszvisscher
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natural stone pattern
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aged paper
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toned paper
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water colours
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muted colour palette
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white palette
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carved into stone
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underpainting
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watercolour bleed
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watercolor
This is the cover of "Prentbijbel met voorstellingen uit het Oude en Nieuwe Testament" (Picture Bible with illustrations from the Old and New Testament), a 1643 illustrated bible by Dutch artist Claes Jansz. Visscher. The book's cover, made of leather, is decorated with a simple, red frame, a popular style for this period. The simple yet elegant binding reflects the importance of this religious text and its intended use for private devotion. This bible, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a testament to the artistry and craftsmanship of the 17th century Netherlands.
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