Vintage Etching of a Winter Landscape
Productnr.: BG-06165
Beschrijving
The etching titled "Nevel" (Dutch for "Mist" or "Fog") by Abe Gerlsma depicts a winter landscape in the region of Franeker, which is in the province of Friesland in the Netherlands. Abe Gerlsma was a Dutch artist and engineer known for his depictions of the Frisian landscape. His works often capture the serene and atmospheric qualities of the region, characterized by its flat land, wide horizons, and dramatic skies.
Born in 1919, Gerlsma had a career that spanned much of the 20th century, and his works are reflective of the traditional Dutch landscape genre. What sets Gerlsma's work apart is his ability to convey the feeling of a place through the use of light, shadow, and atmospheric effects. The use of mist or fog in this etching would serve to soften the landscape, creating a sense of depth and quietude. As an etching, "Nevel" has been created by etching lines onto a metal plate, which was then inked and pressed onto paper to create the print. This technique allows for fine details and subtle gradations of tone, which are ideal for rendering the delicate interplay of light and atmosphere that such a misty scene would require. Signed artworks such as this are often sought after by collectors, especially those with an interest in Dutch artists or regional landscapes. The signature indicates that the artist himself approved of the piece and considered it a finished work suitable for distribution or sale. Given Gerlsma's reputation and the period during which he worked, this etching could be of considerable interest to collectors of mid-20th-century European art.
Condition: Fair. Signed. Overall creasing and wear. Blank verso. Please study image carefully.
Date: c.1960
Overall size: 42.5 x 32 cm.