Etching by Hermanus Fock, 1800
€225.00
This authentic antique print, measuring 24 cm × 16 cm , created by Hermanus Fock as a fine example of Etching work from the 18th Century (1700s).
It is preserved in Very Fine condition and displays remarkable period craftsmanship.
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This Scheveningen etching was created around 1800 by Hermanus Fock, a Dutch artist known for his fine drawings and landscape etchings. The scene shows the dunes behind what is now the Seinpostduin, with the cupola of Rev. Faassen de Heer visible in the distance. Fock’s delicate lines and balanced composition capture the quiet, windswept atmosphere of the Dutch coast.
This etching measures 16 x 24 cm and is in very fine condition. The impression is crisp, showing the artist’s great control of tone and structure. Collectors value this Scheveningen etching Hermanus Fock for its subtle detail, peaceful mood, and refined craftsmanship. VAT: Margingoods, no VAT.
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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 | 24 × 16 cm |
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| Frame | No Frame |
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| Technique | Etching |
| Publish Date | 1800 |
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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.
