18th Century Landscape Etching by Anthonie Waterloo – Peasants Near a Village

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Original 18th-century etching by Anthonie Waterloo, a master of pastoral and landscape scenes in the Dutch tradition. This finely detailed … Read more Original 18th-century etching by Anthonie Waterloo, a master of pastoral and landscape scenes in the Dutch tradition. This finely detailed engraving captures three peasants walking along a slope near a rustic village, framed by lush trees and thatched cottages. In the distance, one can glimpse a church spire and rooftops, evoking the tranquil charm of rural life in Northern Europe.

Anthonie Waterloo (1609–1690) was a French-born Dutch artist and engraver, celebrated for his atmospheric landscapes and nuanced rendering of trees, clouds, and figures in natural surroundings.

This particular print is delicately executed and full of dynamic linework, showcasing Waterloo's signature compositional balance between human presence and natural elements. It is affixed to a support paper.

Artist: Anthonie Waterloo (1609–1690)
Medium: Original etching on laid paper
Date: 18th century (posthumous edition)
Subject: Rural landscape with three peasants and village
Provenance: European private collection

Condition:
Very good antique condition. Light age toning and minor edge wear. Clean impression with crisp lines. Mounted on backing paper.

Image size: 14 × 9.7 cm (5.5″ × 3.8″) See less