Antique Frontispiece of 'Handvesten der Stad Haerlem' by Folkema (1751)

Description: Antique print, titled: 'Handvesten der Stad Haerlem' - Allegorical Frontispiece from 'Handvesten, privilegien, octroyen, vry- en gerechtigheden aan de stad Haerlem …'

Source unknown, to be determined.

Artists and Engravers: Made by 'J. Folkema' after 'Tako Jelgersma'. Jacob Folkema (1692-1767) was a Dutch designer and engraver, born in Dokkum. Initially trained by his father, he later came under the tutelage of Bernard Picart in Amsterdam. He was also an excellent mezzotint engraver. On some of his plates he had help from his sister, miniature painter Anna Folkema. Taco Hajo Jelgersma (1702-1795) originated from Harlingen. He trained as a marine and portrait painter.