{"title":"Jean Zacherie Mazel","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"rustende-vrouw-leunend-op-een-stok-jean-zacherie-mazel","title":"Rustende vrouw leunend op een stok - Jean Zacherie Mazel","description":"\u003cp\u003eA delicate etching by Dutch artist Jean Zacherie Mazel, depicting a woman resting with a walking stick alongside a companion and a dog.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Jean Zacherie Mazel captures a quiet, observational moment of rural life. The composition features a seated woman, her posture supported by a walking stick, accompanied by a small dog and a standing figure wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Mazel employs a delicate, linear approach, using fine hatching to define the folds of the woman's clothing and the subtle contours of the figures against a largely unadorned background. The work reflects the nineteenth-century interest in genre subjects, where artists turned their attention to the everyday activities and humble figures of the countryside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMazel, a Dutch artist active during the mid-to-late nineteenth century, demonstrates a clear command of the etching needle. The lines are light and economical, allowing the paper to breathe and maintaining a sense of spontaneity. The interaction between the three subjects remains ambiguous, inviting the viewer to consider the narrative context of this brief encounter. The woman's expression is one of weary repose, while the standing figure provides a vertical counterpoint to the seated group. This print is characteristic of the period's graphic output, where such studies were often produced to document character types or to serve as exercises in composition and form. The lack of heavy shading or complex background detail ensures that the focus remains entirely on the human element and the simple, honest interaction between the figures. It is a piece that rewards close inspection, revealing the artist's ability to convey weight, texture, and mood through minimal mark-making.\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=\"\/nl\/products\/st-aubins-bay-jersey-james-webb\" 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;\"\u003eSt Aubin's Bay, Jersey - James Webb — James Webb\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/the-seventh-plague-of-egypt-john-martin\" 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;\"\u003eThe Seventh Plague of Egypt - John Martin — John Martin\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jean Zacherie Mazel","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58715017675087,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58715080425807,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58715080458575,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58715080491343,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58715080524111,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58715080556879,"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":58715080589647,"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":58715080622415,"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":58715080655183,"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":58715080687951,"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":58715080720719,"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":58715080753487,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Rustende-vrouw-leunend-op-een-stok_Poster_CompositorV1_1788873173639.jpg?v=1788873784"},{"product_id":"portret-van-jantje-de-wit-jean-zacherie-mazel","title":"Portret van Jantje de Wit - Jean Zacherie Mazel","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed etching by Jean Zacherie Mazel featuring a profile portrait of Jantje de Wit, accompanied by a symbolic heart motif.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by the Dutch artist Jean Zacherie Mazel presents a profile portrait of Jantje de Wit. The composition is spare, focusing on the subject's facial features and the specific contours of his silhouette. Mazel employs a traditional etching technique, using fine, controlled lines to define the subject's hair, jawline, and the folds of his coat. The portrait captures a sense of character through the distinct shape of the nose and the expression of the mouth, typical of the physiognomic interests prevalent in portraiture of the period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBelow the portrait, a small, symbolic motif depicts a heart pierced by an arrow. This addition introduces a narrative or allegorical element to the print, contrasting with the realism of the portrait above. The inclusion of such emblems was common in historical printmaking, often serving to comment on the subject's temperament or personal history. The paper shows signs of age, including light foxing, which provides a sense of the work's history as a physical object.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJean Zacherie Mazel was active during the early nineteenth century, a period when etching remained a primary medium for both portraiture and illustrative work. His approach here is direct and unadorned, prioritising clarity of form over decorative flourish. The print functions as a study of an individual, rendered with the precision expected of a skilled etcher. By isolating the figure against a plain background, Mazel directs the viewer's attention entirely to the subject's likeness. This work offers a glimpse into the private or social portraiture of the era, where such prints were often produced for personal circulation or as part of a larger collection of character studies.\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=\"\/nl\/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=\"\/nl\/products\/hurdy-gurdy-player-jean-jacques-de-boissieu\" 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;\"\u003eHurdy-Gurdy Player - Jean-Jacques de Boissieu — Jean-Jacques de Boissieu\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jean Zacherie Mazel","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58756326064463,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58756354670927,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58756354703695,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58756354736463,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58756354769231,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58756354801999,"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":58756354834767,"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":58756354867535,"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":58756354900303,"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":58756354933071,"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":58756354965839,"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":58756354998607,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Portret-van-Jantje-de-Wit_Poster_CompositorV1_1789207983568.jpg?v=1789208316"},{"product_id":"knielende-man-voor-een-vorst-jean-zacherie-mazel","title":"Knielende man voor een vorst - Jean Zacherie Mazel","description":"\u003cp\u003eA gestural ink sketch by Jean Zacherie Mazel depicting a kneeling figure before a monarch, framed by classical architectural elements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis sketch by Jean Zacherie Mazel captures a narrative scene of submission and authority. A figure kneels before a seated monarch, positioned within an architectural frame defined by classical columns. The composition relies on rapid, gestural lines that suggest the weight of the drapery and the posture of the subjects without providing excessive detail. Mazel employs a shorthand technique, common in preparatory drawings of the nineteenth century, to establish the spatial relationship between the supplicant and the ruler.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe architectural elements, specifically the columns and the suggestion of a canopy or curtain, provide a sense of interiority. The artist uses varying line weights to differentiate between the foreground figures and the background structure. The kneeling man is rendered with minimal strokes, yet his posture conveys a clear sense of humility. The monarch, seated and draped in robes, occupies the left side of the frame, creating a visual balance against the verticality of the columns on the right.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work reflects the interest in historical and dramatic themes prevalent in the mid-nineteenth century. The sketch-like quality allows the viewer to observe the artist's process, as the lines remain fluid and unrefined. It is a study of human interaction within a formal setting, focusing on the power dynamic between the two primary figures. The paper tone and the ink application suggest a spontaneous execution, likely intended as a conceptual exploration for a larger, more formal composition. The lack of shading or complex cross-hatching keeps the focus on the silhouette and the arrangement of the figures within the architectural space.\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=\"\/nl\/products\/man-in-a-tropical-forest-standing-by-water-johannes-christiaan-d-arnaud-gerkens-1\" 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;\"\u003eMan in a Tropical Forest, Standing by Water - Johannes Christiaan d' Arnaud Gerkens — Johannes Christiaan d' Arnaud Gerkens\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/que-viene-el-coco-francisco-de-goya\" 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;\"\u003eQue viene el Coco - Francisco de Goya — Francisco de Goya\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jean Zacherie Mazel","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58790374539599,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58790426149199,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58790426181967,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58790426214735,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58790426247503,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58790426280271,"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":58790426313039,"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":58790426345807,"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":58790426378575,"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":58790426411343,"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":58790426444111,"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":58790426476879,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Knielende-man-voor-een-vorst_Poster_CompositorV1_1789490093975.jpg?v=1789490723"},{"product_id":"portrait-of-an-old-man-with-closed-eyes-jean-zacherie-mazel","title":"Portrait of an Old Man with Closed Eyes - Jean Zacherie Mazel","description":"\u003cp\u003eA sensitive etching by Jean Zacherie Mazel, capturing an elderly man in a moment of quiet repose with delicate line work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by the Dutch artist Jean Zacherie Mazel captures a quiet, contemplative moment. The subject is an elderly man depicted in profile, his eyes gently closed as if in deep thought or rest. Mazel employs a precise, controlled etching technique to define the contours of the face, using fine lines to suggest the texture of skin and the subtle weight of age. The composition is stripped of extraneous detail, focusing entirely on the expression and the gentle fall of light across the man's features.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMazel, active during the late nineteenth century, often turned his attention to the human figure. His approach to portraiture avoids theatricality, favouring a direct and honest observation of his sitters. The use of hatching and cross-hatching creates a sense of volume, particularly around the jawline and the neck, where the shadows deepen. The man wears a simple collared shirt with a loose neckerchief, suggesting a casual or domestic setting rather than a formal studio portrait. The background remains largely unworked, which directs the viewer's attention to the psychological state of the subject.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis print demonstrates the technical proficiency common among etchers of the period, who utilised the medium to explore character and mood. The lines are clean and deliberate, reflecting a disciplined hand. By isolating the head and shoulders, Mazel invites the viewer to consider the man's internal experience. It is a study in stillness, offering a glimpse into a private moment of repose. The work is representative of the broader interest in realistic portraiture that defined much of the European graphic arts during this era, where the focus shifted toward capturing the authentic, unadorned human condition.\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=\"\/nl\/products\/mountain-stream-in-kashmir-vasily-vereshchagin\" 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;\"\u003eMountain stream in Kashmir - Vasily Vereshchagin — Vasily Vereshchagin\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/man-wijzend-naar-een-dronkaard-voor-een-groep-kinderen-op-straat-isaac-weissenbruch\" 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;\"\u003eMan wijzend naar een dronkaard voor een groep kinderen op straat - Isaac Weissenbruch — Isaac Weissenbruch\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jean Zacherie Mazel","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58804984709455,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58805048836431,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58805048869199,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58805048901967,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58805048934735,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58805048967503,"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":58805049000271,"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":58805049033039,"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":58805049065807,"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":58805049098575,"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":58805049131343,"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":58805049164111,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Portrait-of-an-Old-Man-with-Closed-Eyes_Poster_CompositorV1_1789646352301.jpg?v=1789647134"},{"product_id":"portret-van-constant-polari-jean-zacherie-mazel","title":"Portret van Constant Polari - Jean Zacherie Mazel","description":"\u003cp\u003eA refined nineteenth-century etching by Jean Zacherie Mazel, depicting a contemplative profile portrait of Constant Polari with elegant calligraphic lettering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by the Dutch artist Jean Zacherie Mazel presents a profile view of Constant Polari. The composition is minimal, focusing entirely on the subject, who is depicted from the chest up. The artist employs fine, controlled lines to define the contours of the face, the texture of the hair, and the folds of the subject's coat. The use of hatching and cross-hatching creates subtle gradations of tone, providing volume to the figure without the need for heavy shading.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBelow the portrait, the name 'Constant Polari' is rendered in an elaborate, calligraphic script. This decorative element contrasts with the restrained, observational style of the portrait itself. The work reflects the technical precision common in nineteenth-century Dutch printmaking, where the etcher's needle was used to capture both the likeness of the sitter and the character of the individual.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe subject is shown wearing spectacles, with his gaze directed downwards, suggesting a moment of quiet contemplation or study. The background remains largely empty, which directs the viewer's attention to the facial features and the specific posture of the sitter. Mazel, who was active during the mid-to-late nineteenth century, demonstrates a clear command of the etching medium, balancing the technical requirements of the plate with a sensitive approach to portraiture. This print is a characteristic example of the period's interest in documenting individuals through graphic media, often intended for inclusion in private collections or as a record of a contemporary figure. The clarity of the lines and the deliberate placement of the signature script indicate a work finished with care and attention to detail.\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=\"\/nl\/products\/mountain-stream-in-kashmir-vasily-vereshchagin\" 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;\"\u003eMountain stream in Kashmir - Vasily Vereshchagin — Vasily Vereshchagin\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/man-wijzend-naar-een-dronkaard-voor-een-groep-kinderen-op-straat-isaac-weissenbruch\" 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;\"\u003eMan wijzend naar een dronkaard voor een groep kinderen op straat - Isaac Weissenbruch — Isaac Weissenbruch\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jean Zacherie Mazel","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58805032649039,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58805052440911,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58805052473679,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58805052506447,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58805052539215,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58805052571983,"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":58805052604751,"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":58805052637519,"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":58805052670287,"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":58805052703055,"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":58805052735823,"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":58805052768591,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Portret-van-Constant-Polari_Poster_CompositorV1_1789646420116.jpg?v=1789647373"},{"product_id":"ezel-met-bel-om-zijn-hals-jean-zacherie-mazel","title":"Ezel met bel om zijn hals - Jean Zacherie Mazel","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed lithographic study of a donkey in profile, captured with precision and a focus on naturalistic form by Dutch artist Jean Zacherie Mazel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis lithographic study by the Dutch artist Jean Zacherie Mazel captures the head and neck of a donkey in profile. The animal is depicted with a collar and a small bell, a common accessory for working animals of the period. Mazel employs a precise, observational approach to the subject, focusing on the texture of the donkey's coat and the anatomical structure of its head. The shading is achieved through fine, controlled marks that suggest the density of the fur and the soft contours of the muzzle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is minimalist, isolating the animal against a plain background. This choice directs the viewer's attention to the character of the subject rather than a broader setting. The paper shows signs of age, including foxing marks that provide a sense of the work's history as a physical object. Such studies were frequently produced by artists during the nineteenth century to refine their skills in animal anatomy or to serve as reference material for larger compositions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJean Zacherie Mazel was active in the Netherlands during the latter half of the nineteenth century. His work often reflects the traditional academic interest in naturalism and the careful documentation of domestic and farm animals. This print is an example of the technical proficiency expected of artists working in lithography at the time, where the medium allowed for subtle gradations of tone and a soft, pencil-like quality. The lack of decorative elements ensures that the focus remains entirely on the donkey, presented with a quiet, objective dignity. It is a piece that appeals to those interested in historical animal illustration and the technical evolution of printmaking in the Dutch tradition.\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=\"\/nl\/products\/adolphe-jullien-henri-fantin-latour\" 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;\"\u003eAdolphe Jullien - Henri Fantin-Latour — Henri Fantin-Latour\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/sportsman-accompanied-by-a-woman-on-an-ass-francois-vivares\" 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;\"\u003eSportsman Accompanied by a Woman on an Ass - François Vivares — François Vivares\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jean Zacherie Mazel","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58805129249103,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58805143372111,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58805143404879,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58805143437647,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58805143470415,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58805143503183,"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":58805143535951,"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":58805143568719,"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":58805143601487,"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":58805143634255,"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":58805143667023,"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":58805143699791,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Ezel-met-bel-om-zijn-hals_Poster_CompositorV1_1789647574769.jpg?v=1789648113"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.co.uk\/nl\/collections\/jean-zacherie-mazel.oembed","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}