Hand-colored print by Willem Steelink, 1888-1891
€150.00
This authentic antique print, measuring 24 cm × 19.5 cm , created by Willem Steelink as a fine example of Hand-colored print work from the 19th Century (1800s).
It is preserved in Very Good condition and displays remarkable period craftsmanship.
1 in stock
This vintage winter etching shows ice-skating and kolf playing on frozen canals. Willem Steelink created this hand-colored print after Esaias van de Velde. Published between 1888 and 1891, it captures a lively winter scene from Dutch life. The art measures 19.5 by 24 cm and remains in very good condition. The print shows people enjoying frozen water, capturing traditional winter pastimes in the Netherlands. Collectors love the detailed style and historic charm of this etching. Owning this vintage winter etching brings a beautiful, nostalgic piece of Dutch culture and art history to any collection or home.
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Willem Steelink Jr. (1856–1928) was a Dutch painter, graphic artist, lithographer, and engraver associated with the Laren and Hague Schools. Born in Amsterdam, he initially focused on historical and genre scenes but later became known for evocative landscapes featuring shepherds and flocks of sheep. Steelink’s style combined soft silvery tones with clear lines, reflecting influences from Hague master painters. He also illustrated books and made etchings after works by other Dutch masters. His artworks are held in museums like the Gemeentemuseum The Hague and remain popular with collectors worldwide.
The 19th century marked the era of cartography, as mapmaking became professional, organized, and global. Scientists and surveyors used improved instruments and statistical methods, turning maps into trusted scientific documents with greater precision. Surveying advanced with triangulation, precise tools, and national topographic programs. Printing technology improved, adopting lithography and early color printing to produce clearer, richer maps. New thematic maps used techniques like choropleth, flow lines, and dot density to show data visually. Notably, Charles Minard pioneered multivariate mapping, combining multiple data themes on one map.
Map design reflected industrial and Victorian tastes, balancing detail and readability. Governments supported mapping societies to control territories at home and abroad. Maps became essential for urban planning, empire-building, and scientific research. The 19th century also fostered a global map culture, sharing knowledge internationally. Today, 19th-century maps are prized for their science and artistry. They laid the foundation for modern cartography, data visualization, and geographic information science, and are celebrated by collectors and institutions for their insight into industrial-age geography and culture.
| Dimensions | 24 × 19.5 cm |
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| Publish Date | 1888-1891 |
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| Technique | Hand-colored print |
| Frame | No Frame |
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.
Netherlands: €7.50 —
European Union: €15
Outside the EU: On request (contact us for an exact quote)
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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.
