{"product_id":"man-met-opgeheven-glas-aert-schouman","title":"Man met opgeheven glas - Aert Schouman","description":"\u003cp\u003eA moody mezzotint by Aert Schouman depicting a man raising a glass by candlelight, showcasing the atmospheric potential of tonal printmaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis mezzotint by Aert Schouman captures a quiet, nocturnal scene, typical of the Dutch tradition of genre subjects. The composition centres on a man seated at a table, holding a glass aloft as if in a toast. The illumination is provided by a single candle positioned to the right, which casts deep shadows across the figure and the surrounding space. This use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of intimacy and stillness, drawing the viewer into the private moment of the subject.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSchouman, a versatile artist from Dordrecht, was known for his technical skill in various media, including painting and printmaking. His work often reflects the influence of earlier Dutch masters who explored the effects of artificial light. The mezzotint process allows for a soft, velvety transition between light and dark, which is particularly effective here in rendering the flickering glow of the candle against the darkness of the room. The man wears a simple cap and attire, suggesting a domestic or tavern setting, stripped of unnecessary detail to focus on the interplay of light and form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe print demonstrates a mastery of tonal values, where the absence of harsh lines allows the forms to emerge gradually from the shadows. The table surface, the glass, and the man's features are defined by subtle gradations of grey and black rather than rigid outlines. This approach creates a atmospheric quality that is characteristic of Schouman's graphic work. By focusing on a single, everyday action, the artist invites the viewer to observe the quiet dignity of the scene. The print remains a fine example of eighteenth-century Dutch printmaking, showing how traditional techniques were employed to convey mood and narrative through light alone.\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=\"\/products\/gipsmodellen-voor-beeldhouwwerken-op-het-palais-du-louvre-edouard-denis-baldus-5\" 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;\"\u003eGipsmodellen voor beeldhouwwerken op het Palais du Louvre - Édouard Denis Baldus — Édouard Denis Baldus\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/a-young-woman-in-the-artists-garden-courrieres-jules-breton\" 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;\"\u003eA Young Woman in the Artist's Garden, Courrières - Jules Breton — Jules Breton\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Aert Schouman","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58443605082447,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58443608392015,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58443608424783,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58443608457551,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58443608490319,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58443608523087,"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":58443608555855,"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":58443608588623,"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":58443608621391,"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":58443608654159,"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":58443608686927,"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":58443608719695,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Man-met-opgeheven-glas_Poster_CompositorV1_1786233381153.jpg?v=1786415412","url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.co.uk\/products\/man-met-opgeheven-glas-aert-schouman","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}