Visiting card Hermanus Fock putto personification
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Visiting card Hermanus Fock putto personification
Visiting card of Hermanus Fock, A putto, as a personification of painting, sits with painting attributes at an oval cartouche. The cartouche, on which a Dutch text with name and address of the print maker, stands in the grass, against a tree, personification or (art) academy, Academia (Ripa) (painting materials, arts), Hermanus Fock (mentioned on object), Amsterdam, 1781 - 1822, paper, etching, h 87 mm × w 119 mm
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Media ID 19537337
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1781 1822 Academy Address Cartouche Grass Hermanus Fock Personification Print Maker Putto Ripa Sits Stands Tree Academia Dutch Text Mentioned Visiting Card
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This print showcases the visiting card of Hermanus Fock, a renowned figure in the art world during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. The image features a putto, symbolizing painting itself, seated gracefully with various painting attributes at an oval cartouche. The cartouche is placed amidst lush green grass and against a majestic tree, evoking a sense of harmony between nature and art. The Dutch text on the cartouche reveals important details such as Fock's name and address, emphasizing his significance as a print maker. This exquisite piece also alludes to the concept of personification or an artistic academy known as Academia (Ripa), where artists honed their skills in various mediums including painting. Hermanus Fock's contribution to Amsterdam's thriving art scene from 1781 to 1822 cannot be understated. His dedication to his craft is evident through this meticulously crafted etching on paper measuring approximately 87mm in height and 119mm in width. As you gaze upon this remarkable print, allow yourself to be transported back in time when artists like Hermanus Fock were celebrated for their talent and creativity. Let it serve as a reminder that art has always been deeply intertwined with our lives, enriching our souls and inspiring generations to come.
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