1/4
1657 - 1733
Medium
engraving
Dimensions
225; 300
About this artwork
height 225 mm x width 300 mm
Art Historical Context
Jan van Huchtenburg's *1/4*, an engraving from his active period (1657–1733), invites visitors into the refined world of Dutch Golden Age printmaking. Measuring 225 mm high by 300 mm wide, this work exemplifies the precision of engraving, a technique where a burin carves fine lines into a metal plate, inking capturing intricate details for transfer to paper. As one of a presumed series—hinted by its "1/4" title—it reflects the era's fascination with sequential narratives in art, making complex imagery accessible beyond paintings. Huchtenburg, a Dutch master known for his dynamic military and ...
About the Artist
Jan van Huchtenburg · 1647–1733
Comment on works: Battles; Landscapes.