Engraving by Adolf van der Laan, Sieuwert van der Meulen, 1750
€225.00
This authentic antique print, measuring 19 cm × 15 cm , created by Adolf van der Laan, Sieuwert van der Meulen as a fine example of Engraving work from the 18th Century (1700s).
It is preserved in Very Good condition and displays remarkable period craftsmanship.
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This antique Dutch ship print is titled “Hamburger Smack, ook Rowaander of Londonse Veer schip.” It shows an 18th-century sailing vessel navigating rough waters. The dynamic scene highlights the strength and purpose of Dutch working ships used for trade and transport.
Adolf van der Laan engraved this print after a design by Sieuwert van der Meulen. It was published around 1750 as part of a suite of sixteen maritime prints. This example is number 12 from the series. Strong lines and careful shading give the ship a powerful and realistic appearance. The composition captures the movement of sea and vessel with great skill.
The image measures 15 × 19 cm and is in very good condition. The impression is strong and crisp, and the paper remains clean. Collectors value this antique Dutch sailing ship print for its rarity, fine engraving, and vivid maritime subject.
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Adolf van der Laan was a Dutch artist and engraver known for his detailed prints and etchings of landscapes, cityscapes, and historical scenes. His work reflects a strong sense of realism and artistic skill, capturing both natural beauty and urban scenes with precision. Van der Laan’s art is appreciated by collectors for its craftsmanship and historical value. His contributions helped preserve Dutch cultural heritage through detailed and expressive printmaking.
During the 18th century, mapmaking became more scientific and precise. Improved instruments like the telescope and chronometer helped cartographers increase accuracy, shifting maps from decorative art to factual documents. Copperplate engraving stayed as the main printing method, producing fine lines, while hand-coloring added visual impact. French cartographers, such as the Cassini family, led national surveys with geodetic measurements and triangulation, while Dutch mapmakers like Joan Blaeu enhanced printing and atlas quality, ushering in a golden age of atlases.
Maps began including more information and notes to help users, and ornate decorations mostly gave way to scientific clarity, except for cartouches and borders. National and colonial ambitions guided map production to aid navigation and territorial claims. By the late 18th century, large-scale surveys set modern cartography standards. Today, 18th-century maps mix scientific knowledge with artistry, are prized by collectors, and have influenced later cartographic methods. They offer insights into Enlightenment exploration and geography.
| Dimensions | 19 × 15 cm |
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| Technique | Engraving |
| Publish Date | 1750 |
Our antique prints are carefully packaged to ensure safe arrival.
Smaller prints are shipped in acid-free, flat protective packaging, while larger works are securely rolled and sent in a sturdy tube to preserve their condition.
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Our highest classification. These prints are clean, bright, and exceptionally well-preserved, featuring a strong and crisp image. No notable imperfections.
Prints in this condition show a clean, sharp image. Paper quality or margin size may vary slightly. Minor age-related characteristics, such as small wormholes, light toning, or tiny separations may be present depending on the print date.
No major imperfections. Any minor flaws or historical repairs are fully noted in the product description. Overall a well-preserved and collectible piece.
These prints show noticeable imperfections such as foxing, weaker image strength, or longer separations, but remain collectible. All visible characteristics are clearly described.
