{"title":"Harmanus Vinkeles","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"burgemeester-joost-buyck-kalmeert-het-bootsvolk-1567-harmanus-vinkeles","title":"Burgemeester Joost Buyck kalmeert het bootsvolk, 1567 - Harmanus Vinkeles","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn etching by Harmanus Vinkeles depicting the 1567 historical scene of Burgemeester Joost Buyck mediating a dispute with boatmen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by the Dutch artist Harmanus Vinkeles depicts a specific historical episode from 1567, featuring Burgemeester Joost Buyck as he attempts to pacify a group of boatmen. The scene captures a moment of civic tension, rendered with the precise line work characteristic of late eighteenth-century Dutch printmaking. Vinkeles, known for his contributions to historical publications and book illustrations, employs a clear narrative structure here, positioning the central figure of the Burgemeester as a mediator between the agitated crowd and the armed guard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is organised around the central gesture of the Burgemeester, whose outstretched arms create a visual bridge between the two opposing groups. To the left, the boatmen are shown in varied postures of protest, while to the right, a guard holding a halberd stands in a more rigid, disciplined stance. The background features a simplified urban setting, typical of the period's illustrative style, which focuses attention on the human interaction rather than architectural detail. The sky is filled with lightly etched clouds, providing a sense of atmosphere without distracting from the primary action.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTechnically, the work demonstrates the controlled use of cross-hatching and parallel lines to define form and shadow. The clothing of the figures, including the ruffs and hats, reflects the historical period of the event rather than the time of the print's creation. This piece serves as a record of how historical narratives were visualised and disseminated in the Netherlands during the late eighteenth century, often used to accompany texts detailing the political and social history of the Dutch Republic. The print remains a clean example of the illustrative techniques employed by Vinkeles, who was a prolific figure in the Dutch art scene of his day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/neo-classical-vases-in-a-landscape-jean-charles-delafosse\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eNeo-classical Vases in a Landscape - Jean Charles Delafosse — Jean Charles Delafosse\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/pax-artium-nutrix-francesco-bartolozzi\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePax Artium Nutrix - Francesco Bartolozzi — Francesco Bartolozzi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Harmanus Vinkeles","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58793897656655,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58793902145871,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58793902178639,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58793902211407,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58793902244175,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58793902276943,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58793902309711,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58793902342479,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58793902375247,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58793902408015,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58793902440783,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58793902473551,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Burgemeester-Joost-Buyck-kalmeert-het-bootsvolk-1567_Poster_CompositorV1_1789522586049.jpg?v=1789523296"},{"product_id":"vier-voorstellingen-uit-de-geschiedenis-van-amsterdam-harmanus-vinkeles","title":"Vier voorstellingen uit de geschiedenis van Amsterdam - Harmanus Vinkeles","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed historical print by Harmanus Vinkeles featuring four distinct scenes from the history of Amsterdam, rendered in precise etching and engraving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis print by the Dutch artist Harmanus Vinkeles presents four distinct scenes documenting episodes from the history of Amsterdam. Vinkeles was a prolific engraver during the late eighteenth century, known for his technical precision and his contribution to the visual documentation of Dutch civic life. The composition is organised into a grid, with two scenes oriented upright and two inverted, a common format for printing multiple plates on a single sheet before they were cut for individual use in books or historical collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe scenes depict specific moments of civic and political activity, rendered with the clarity and attention to detail characteristic of the period. The figures are dressed in historical costume, and the architectural settings provide a sense of place, grounding the narratives within the urban environment of Amsterdam. The use of etching and engraving allows for fine lines and subtle tonal variations, which define the textures of clothing, stone, and sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a historical document, this work offers a view into how the past was interpreted and visualised during the late eighteenth century. The artist employs a balanced approach to composition, ensuring that each scene remains legible despite the small scale. The work reflects the interest in national history and civic identity that occupied many artists and historians of the era. By capturing these moments, Vinkeles provides a window into the social and political fabric of the city. The print serves as a record of the craftsmanship involved in book illustration and historical documentation during the Dutch Enlightenment. The inclusion of text beneath the scenes further clarifies the subject matter, linking the visual narrative to specific historical accounts. This piece is a fine example of the graphic arts in the Netherlands, demonstrating the skill required to translate complex historical events into a compact, reproducible format.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/neo-classical-vases-in-a-landscape-jean-charles-delafosse\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eNeo-classical Vases in a Landscape - Jean Charles Delafosse — Jean Charles Delafosse\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/portrait-of-francois-gerard-antoine-jean-gros\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortrait of François Gérard - Antoine-Jean Gros — Antoine-Jean Gros\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Harmanus Vinkeles","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58807293346127,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58807332569423,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58807332602191,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58807332634959,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58807332667727,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58807332700495,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58807332733263,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58807332766031,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58807332798799,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58807332831567,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58807332864335,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58807332897103,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Vier-voorstellingen-uit-de-geschiedenis-van-Amsterdam_Poster_CompositorV1_1789661358097.jpg?v=1789661932"},{"product_id":"drie-voorstellingen-uit-de-geschiedenis-van-amsterdam-en-een-portret-van-hugo-de-groot-harmanus-vinkeles","title":"Drie voorstellingen uit de geschiedenis van Amsterdam en een portret van Hugo de Groot - Harmanus Vinkeles","description":"\u003cp\u003eA composite historical print by Harmanus Vinkeles featuring a portrait of Hugo de Groot alongside three scenes from Amsterdam's history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis composite print by the Dutch engraver Harmanus Vinkeles presents four distinct visual narratives on a single sheet. The work functions as a historical record, combining portraiture with scenes of civic life in Amsterdam. Vinkeles, active during the late eighteenth century, was known for his precise technique and his contributions to the documentation of Dutch history and urban development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe lower-left quadrant features a formal portrait of the jurist and philosopher Hugo de Groot, also known as Grotius. He is depicted within an oval frame, a common convention for portraiture of the period, which lends a sense of gravitas to the figure. The other three panels offer glimpses into the social and political history of Amsterdam. These scenes are rendered with the clarity and attention to architectural detail characteristic of the era's printmaking traditions. The compositions utilise fine cross-hatching to create depth and texture, allowing the viewer to distinguish between the figures and their surroundings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a collection of vignettes, the print serves as an example of how historical information was disseminated before the prevalence of photography. The inclusion of text beneath the images provides context for the events depicted, ensuring the viewer understands the specific historical references. The overall arrangement on the page suggests this may have been a proof sheet or a collection of plates intended for a larger publication. The clean lines and controlled shading demonstrate the technical proficiency of Vinkeles, whose work remains a valuable resource for historians studying the visual culture of the Netherlands. This print offers a window into the past, capturing both the intellectual legacy of figures like Hugo de Groot and the everyday occurrences that shaped the identity of Amsterdam.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/neo-classical-vases-in-a-landscape-jean-charles-delafosse\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eNeo-classical Vases in a Landscape - Jean Charles Delafosse — Jean Charles Delafosse\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/portrait-of-francois-gerard-antoine-jean-gros\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortrait of François Gérard - Antoine-Jean Gros — Antoine-Jean Gros\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Harmanus Vinkeles","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58807620010319,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58807652090191,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58807652122959,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58807652155727,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58807652188495,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58807652221263,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58807652254031,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58807652286799,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58807652319567,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58807652352335,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58807652385103,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58807652417871,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Drie-voorstellingen-uit-de-geschiedenis-van-Amsterdam-en-een-portret-van-Hugo-de-Groot_Poster_CompositorV1_1789664495381.jpg?v=1789664978"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.co.uk\/fr\/collections\/harmanus-vinkeles.oembed","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}