The Chancellery in Leeuwarden, Holland – Original 1793 Hand-Coloured Engraving
€ 290
One of a kind: this is the sheet in the photographs. Ships from Langweer, the Netherlands.
Date
1793
Sheet size
31.5 × 37.5 cm (12.4 × 14.8 in)
Condition
Good
Reference
BG-02921
Condition
The engraving is in a very good condition, with crisp lines and vibrant hand-coloring. It is carefully protected and enhanced by a cream matting board with a dark inner border, adding depth and emphasizing the detailed artistry.
About this sheet
This original antique engraving, created in 1793 by Karel Fredrik Bendorp after the design by Jan Bulthuis, beautifully portrays the historic Chancellery (De Kanselarij) in Leeuwarden, the Netherlands.
The Renaissance-style Chancellery, with its ornate façade and decorative gables, is a highlight of Friesland’s architectural heritage. The detailed engraving captures the bustling atmosphere of the time, with figures in period dress alongside the canal and tree-lined street, creating a dynamic urban scene.
Condition and Presentation: The engraving is in a very good condition, with crisp lines and vibrant hand-coloring. It is carefully protected and enhanced by a cream matting board with a dark inner border, adding depth and emphasizing the detailed artistry. This presentation ensures its preservation and makes it ideal for display.
Significance: As an original work from 1793, this piece represents a fine collaboration between two accomplished artists. Bendorp’s precise engraving technique and Bulthuis’s artistic vision offer an authentic glimpse into late 18th-century Leeuwarden. The historical significance, combined with its artistic value, makes this an exceptional addition to collections of Dutch history or antique prints.
