Fine Art Print : Armed Spaniards watching wild people from rocks, ca. 1600, print maker: Jan Luyken
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Armed Spaniards watching wild people from rocks, ca. 1600, print maker: Jan Luyken
Armed Spaniards watching wild people from rocks, ca. 1600, print maker: Jan Luyken, Pieter van der Aa I, 1698
Liszt Collection of nineteenth-century engravings and images to browse and enjoy
Media ID 12720631
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1698 Armed Expedition Jan Luyken People Pieter Van Der Aa Rocks Spaniards Watching Aborigines
A2 (42x59cm) Fine Art Print
Step into the past with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the captivating work of Jan Luyken titled "Armed Spaniards Watching Wild People from Rocks." Dated around 1600, this masterpiece showcases the intrigue and exploration of the New World through the eyes of the Old. Pieter van der Aa I published this print in 1698, and it is a stunning example of the detailed and expressive style of the Dutch engraver, Jan Luyken. Bring the rich history and culture of the 17th century into your home or office with this beautiful and intriguing work of art.
Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions. Hahnemühle certified studio for digital fine art printing. Printed on 308gsm Photo Rag Paper.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 59.4cm x 40.1cm (23.4" x 15.8")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this print titled "Armed Spaniards watching wild people from rocks, ca. 1600" we are transported back to a time of exploration and discovery. The image, masterfully created by Jan Luyken and Pieter van der Aa in 1698, captures a moment of encounter between two vastly different cultures. Perched on rocky terrain, armed Spaniards gaze down upon a group of wild people below. This scene speaks volumes about the power dynamics and colonial mindset prevalent during the era of primitive races peoples' encounters with European explorers. The composition evokes a sense of curiosity mixed with apprehension as both parties observe one another from their respective vantage points. The indigenous aborigines appear untouched by modern civilization, living harmoniously within their natural surroundings. Jan Luyken's attention to detail brings this historical event to life; every facial expression and gesture tells its own story. Through his artistry, he invites us to reflect on the complexities surrounding these early interactions between civilizations. As we contemplate this thought-provoking image captured by Quint Lox for the Liszt Collection, it serves as a reminder that history is not just black and white but rather an intricate tapestry woven together by countless perspectives and experiences.
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