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A work made of engraving on cream laid paper.

Forest Crossed by a Stream, from The Small Landscapes

c. 1638

Schelte Adamsz. Bolswert (Dutch, active in Flanders, c. 1586–1659) after Peter Paul Rubens (Flemish, c. 1577-1640)

Flanders

Schelte Adams Bolswert’s engravings display a mastery of technique; he was able to achieve the effect of three-dimensionality through his use of crosshatched lines, resulting in a wide array of light and dark tones. Simultaneously, Bolswert added depth to his prints, making it seem as though the viewer could physically enter into the scenes.

Engraving on cream laid paper

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