Engraving by Pelletier, 1740
€450.00
This authentic antique print, measuring 35 cm × 29 cm , created by Pelletier as a fine example of Engraving work from the 18th Century (1700s).
Published by Pieter Fouquet, it is preserved in Very Good condition and displays remarkable period craftsmanship.
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This Haarlem Herberg ’t Bokje Engraving titled ‘Gezicht van de Herberg, het Bokje, in de Haarlemmer Hout’ shows a rare and charming view of a famous inn in the Haarlem parklands. Pelletier engraved the scene after a painting by Cornelis Troost, and Pieter Fouquet published it around 1740. The print appears as number 407 in Harlemia Illustrata. It stands among the earliest and finest depictions of leisure life in the Haarlemmer Hout.
The engraving measures 29 x 35 cm and stays in very good condition with a strong, clean impression. Figures gather in front of the inn. Tall trees frame the scene along the Dreef and Kleine Houtweg. The detailed shading and balanced composition show Pelletier’s skill and Troost’s lively storytelling style.
Collectors of Haarlem prints and Dutch city views value this Haarlem Herberg ’t Bokje Engraving for its charm, clarity, and rarity. It captures the atmosphere of 18th‑century Haarlem and the relaxed spirit of the Haarlemmer Hout.
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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 | 35 × 29 cm |
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| Frame | No Frame |
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| Technique | Engraving |
| Published by | Pieter Fouquet |
| Publish Date | 1740 |
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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.
