Dutch Landscape Etchers Of The Seventeenth Century (1918)

Dutch Landscape Etchers of the Seventeenth Century is a book written by William Aspenwall Bradley and first published in 1918. The book provides a comprehensive overview of Dutch landscape etching during the seventeenth century, a time when the art form flourished in the Netherlands. Bradley begins by discussing the historical context of Dutch landscape etching, exploring the social and economic factors that contributed to its popularity. He then delves into the technical aspects of the art form, examining the various techniques used by Dutch landscape etchers and the materials they used to create their works. The book features detailed analysis of the works of prominent Dutch landscape etchers, including Rembrandt van Rijn, Jacob van Ruisdael, and Hercules Seghers. Bradley provides insights into the artists' styles and methods, and explores the themes and subjects they depicted in their etchings. The book is illustrated with numerous examples of Dutch landscape etchings from the seventeenth century, providing readers with a visual representation of the art form. Bradley's writing is clear and engaging, making the book accessible to both scholars and casual readers interested in the history of art. Overall, Dutch Landscape Etchers of the Seventeenth Century is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Dutch art, landscape etching, or seventeenth-century Europe.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.