{"title":"Johann Balzer","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"horses-laden-arriving-before-a-stone-building-johann-balzer","title":"Horses, Laden, Arriving before a Stone Building - Johann Balzer","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed eighteenth-century etching by Johann Balzer depicting travellers on horseback arriving at a rustic stone building.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThis etching by Johann Balzer captures a scene of rural travel, typical of the late eighteenth-century interest in genre subjects. The composition centres on a group of travellers on horseback, accompanied by pack animals laden with goods, as they approach a substantial stone structure. The architecture, featuring a gated entrance and thatched roof, suggests a rustic inn or a fortified farmstead. Balzer employs a light, calligraphic line to define the figures and the surrounding foliage, allowing the white of the paper to provide the primary illumination for the scene.\n\nThe artist, based in Prague, was a prolific engraver who often produced works that reflected the aesthetic sensibilities of the Rococo period. His approach to this scene is observational, focusing on the textures of the stone walls, the movement of the horses, and the casual posture of the riders. The inclusion of a small dog in the foreground and the varied poses of the figures add a sense of narrative life to the print. The etching technique allows for a delicate rendering of light and shadow, particularly in the way the ink washes suggest the depth of the stone archway and the density of the trees on the left.\n\nThis work provides a glimpse into the daily life and travel conditions of the era. The figures are dressed in period-appropriate attire, and the overall atmosphere is one of quiet activity. By focusing on the interaction between the travellers and their environment, Balzer creates a balanced scene that avoids excessive drama, favouring instead a clear, descriptive clarity. The print is a fine example of the graphic arts produced in Central Europe during the late eighteenth century, demonstrating the technical skill of the engraver in translating the fluidity of a sketch into a permanent, reproducible medium.\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\/apotheosis-of-hercules-giovanni-domenico-tiepolo\" 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;\"\u003eApotheosis of Hercules - Giovanni Domenico Tiepolo — Giovanni Domenico Tiepolo\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/piazza-san-marco-venice-seen-from-the-southwest-canaletto\" 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;\"\u003ePiazza San Marco, Venice, Seen from the Southwest - Canaletto — Canaletto\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Johann Balzer","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57976233722191,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57976234049871,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57976234082639,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57976234115407,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57976234148175,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Horses-Laden-Arriving-before-a-Stone-Building_Poster_CompositorV1_1781839324087.jpg?v=1781839476"},{"product_id":"saint-mark-johann-balzer","title":"Saint Mark - Johann Balzer","description":"\u003cp\u003eA refined etching by Johann Balzer depicting Saint Mark the Evangelist with his symbolic lion, rendered in a clean, linear style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Johann Balzer depicts Saint Mark the Evangelist in a moment of quiet contemplation. The composition follows traditional iconographic conventions, showing the saint seated with an open book, accompanied by his symbolic attribute, the lion. Balzer employs a clean, linear approach, prioritising the clarity of the form over tonal shading or atmospheric depth. The figure of the saint is rendered with economical strokes, capturing the folds of his drapery and his focused posture as he attends to his writing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJohann Balzer was a prolific engraver and publisher based in Prague. His work often involved the reproduction of religious and historical subjects, reflecting the demand for accessible prints during the eighteenth century. This particular piece demonstrates his technical proficiency in etching, where the focus remains on the precision of the outline. The architectural elements in the background, suggested through minimal line work, provide a sense of place without distracting from the primary subject. The lion, positioned in the lower left, is depicted with a calm demeanour, balancing the composition against the seated figure of the saint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a fine art print, this work offers a glimpse into the graphic traditions of the period. The absence of heavy cross-hatching or dense ink application allows the viewer to appreciate the draftsmanship and the deliberate placement of every line. It is a study in restraint, where the artist relies on the economy of the medium to convey a narrative of faith and scholarship. This print is suitable for those who appreciate the historical development of printmaking and the classic representation of religious figures in European art. The clean aesthetic makes it a versatile addition to a collection of classical prints, providing a clear example of eighteenth-century etching techniques.\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\/portrait-of-charles-i-of-england-anthony-van-dyck\" 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 Charles I of England - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/pastoral-landscape-with-the-ponte-molle-claude-lorrain\" 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;\"\u003ePastoral Landscape with the Ponte Molle - Claude Lorrain — Claude Lorrain\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Johann Balzer","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58692545544527,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58692752179535,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58692752212303,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58692752245071,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58692752277839,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58692752310607,"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":58692752343375,"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":58692752376143,"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":58692752408911,"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":58692752441679,"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":58692752474447,"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":58692752507215,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Saint-Mark_Poster_CompositorV1_1788699120385.jpg?v=1788700179"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.co.uk\/fr\/collections\/johann-balzer.oembed","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}