{"title":"Jacobus Wijsman","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"gedenkteken-voor-petrus-haack-jacobus-wijsman","title":"Gedenkteken voor Petrus Haack - Jacobus Wijsman","description":"\u003cp\u003eA Neoclassical memorial print by Jacobus Wijsman, featuring an allegorical scene with a portrait medallion of Petrus Haack, mourning figures, and symbolic putti.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis print by Jacobus Wijsman serves as a memorial to Petrus Haack, a Dutch clergyman. The composition follows the conventions of Neoclassical funerary art, which frequently utilised allegorical figures to express mourning and remembrance. A central monument, shaped as a pedestal, supports an oval portrait medallion of Haack. A putto, representing a cherubic figure of mourning or divine presence, rests his hand upon the frame of the portrait.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo the left, a female figure in classical drapery stands in a pose of contemplation or grief, her gaze directed toward the monument. Her attire and posture reflect the influence of antique sculpture, a hallmark of the period. At the base of the monument, a second putto is depicted in a seated position, engaged with an open book. This inclusion suggests the intellectual or theological contributions of the deceased. The scene is framed by a wooded environment, with trees providing a natural canopy that softens the architectural lines of the tomb.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTechnically, the work demonstrates the precision of early nineteenth-century printmaking. Wijsman employs varied line work to differentiate textures: the smooth surface of the stone pedestal, the soft folds of the fabric, and the organic forms of the foliage. The shading is achieved through a combination of fine cross-hatching and stippling, creating a sense of volume and depth within the monochrome medium. The print functions as a visual eulogy, balancing the personal identity of the subject with universal symbols of mortality and learning. It remains a representative example of the commemorative prints produced in the Netherlands during this era, intended for inclusion in private collections or as a tribute to public figures.\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=\"\/sv\/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=\"\/sv\/products\/virginia-dalrymple-george-frederic-watts-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;\"\u003eVirginia Dalrymple - George Frederic Watts — George Frederic Watts\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jacobus Wijsman","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58678334619983,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58678337438031,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58678337470799,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58678337503567,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58678337536335,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58678337569103,"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":58678337601871,"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":58678337634639,"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":58678337667407,"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":58678337700175,"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":58678337732943,"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":58678337765711,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Gedenkteken-voor-Petrus-Haack_Poster_CompositorV1_1788569804907.jpg?v=1788570217"},{"product_id":"allegorisch-gedenkteken-voor-willem-george-frederik-prins-van-oranje-nassau-jacobus-wijsman","title":"Allegorisch gedenkteken voor Willem George Frederik, prins van Oranje-Nassau - Jacobus Wijsman","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed neoclassical etching by Jacobus Wijsman, commemorating the life and military service of Prince Willem George Frederik of Orange-Nassau.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis neoclassical print by Jacobus Wijsman serves as a formal memorial to Prince Willem George Frederik of Orange-Nassau (1774-1799). The composition employs traditional funerary iconography to convey the gravity of the prince's untimely death. At the centre, a large, ornate urn sits upon a stone plinth, sheltered by the drooping branches of a weeping willow, a common symbol of mourning in late eighteenth-century European art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSurrounding the plinth are figures that embody the themes of grief and military honour. A mourning female figure leans against the urn, while a putto holds a plumed helmet aloft. To the right, another putto embraces a medallion bearing the portrait of the prince, accompanied by a shield displaying the heraldic arms of the House of Orange. The foreground is cluttered with discarded military accoutrements, including flags, cannons, and armour, which signify the cessation of the prince's martial career. In the background, a faint, sketch-like depiction of a cavalry engagement provides context for his role as a military commander.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWijsman, a Dutch engraver active during a period of significant political upheaval, demonstrates a high level of technical control in this work. The use of varied line weights and cross-hatching creates a sense of depth and atmospheric perspective, particularly in the rendering of the foliage and the distant battlefield. The print adheres to the conventions of the era, balancing classical restraint with the emotional weight required for a commemorative subject. It remains a precise example of how printmakers of the time utilised visual metaphor to translate personal loss into a public statement of national mourning.\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=\"\/sv\/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=\"\/sv\/products\/virginia-dalrymple-george-frederic-watts-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;\"\u003eVirginia Dalrymple - George Frederic Watts — George Frederic Watts\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jacobus Wijsman","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58678354346319,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58678356181327,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58678356214095,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58678356246863,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58678356279631,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58678356312399,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58678356345167,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58678356377935,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58678356410703,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58678356443471,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58678356476239,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58678356509007,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Allegorisch-gedenkteken-voor-Willem-George-Frederik-prins-van-Oranje-Nassau_Poster_CompositorV1_1788570327895.jpg?v=1788570815"},{"product_id":"wachthuis-bij-de-jan-roodenpoortstoren-te-amsterdam-jacobus-wijsman","title":"Wachthuis bij de Jan Roodenpoortstoren te Amsterdam - Jacobus Wijsman","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed 1780 etching by Jacobus Wijsman depicting the military guardhouse at the Jan Roodenpoortstoren in Amsterdam.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Jacobus Wijsman, dated 1780, provides a precise topographical record of the Jan Roodenpoortstoren in Amsterdam. The work captures the military guardhouse, or 'Wachthuis', situated at the base of the tower, a structure that no longer exists in the modern city. Wijsman employs a disciplined etching technique to delineate the architectural features of the tower and the surrounding canal-side buildings. The composition is structured around the contrast between the verticality of the tower and the horizontal lines of the wooden guardhouse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFigures in period attire populate the foreground, providing a sense of scale and daily activity. The cobblestone street is rendered with careful attention to texture, while the sky remains relatively clear, allowing the focus to remain on the urban environment. The inclusion of masts in the background suggests the proximity of the canal, a common feature of the Amsterdam cityscape during the eighteenth century. This print functions as a historical document, preserving the appearance of a specific location before the urban redevelopments of the nineteenth century. The clarity of the lines and the balanced composition reflect the conventions of Dutch topographical printmaking of the period, which prioritised accuracy and clarity for the viewer. The work is signed by the artist in the lower right corner, confirming its provenance as a professional production of the era.\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=\"\/sv\/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=\"\/sv\/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\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jacobus Wijsman","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58678448914767,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58678469230927,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58678469263695,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58678469296463,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58678469329231,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58678469361999,"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":58678469394767,"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":58678469427535,"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":58678469460303,"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":58678469493071,"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":58678469525839,"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":58678469558607,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Wachthuis-bij-de-Jan-Roodenpoortstoren-te-Amsterdam_Poster_CompositorV1_1788572647516.jpg?v=1788572823"},{"product_id":"ruine-van-het-oost-indisch-zeemagazijn-te-amsterdam-jacobus-wijsman","title":"Ruïne van het Oost-Indisch Zeemagazijn te Amsterdam - Jacobus Wijsman","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed 1822 etching by Jacobus Wijsman depicting the aftermath of the fire at the East India Company warehouse in Amsterdam.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Jacobus Wijsman documents the aftermath of a fire that destroyed the East India Company warehouse in Amsterdam. The event occurred on 15 April 1822, and the print captures the scene from the perspective of the Kleine Wittenburgerstraat. The composition focuses on the structural collapse of the warehouse complex, contrasting the remaining upright section of the building with the chaotic pile of debris and fallen roof structures in the foreground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWijsman employs a precise, linear technique characteristic of early nineteenth-century topographical documentation. The water in the foreground is rendered with calm, horizontal strokes, providing a quiet counterpoint to the destruction depicted on the bank. Small figures in rowing boats are positioned on the water, offering a sense of scale to the massive industrial ruins. The sky is filled with soft, etched clouds, typical of the period's interest in atmospheric conditions even within reportage-style imagery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe print serves as a historical record of the Dutch maritime infrastructure during a period of transition. The East India Company warehouse, once a symbol of mercantile power, is shown here in a state of ruin. The artist includes a detailed inscription at the base, which provides the exact date and location of the event, adhering to the conventions of contemporary news prints. This work is a clear example of how artists of the era functioned as visual chroniclers, preserving the appearance of urban sites before, during, or after significant changes. The monochromatic palette emphasises the textures of the broken timber and masonry, allowing the viewer to focus on the architectural details of the site.\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=\"\/sv\/products\/polder-landscape-with-gate-jacobus-ludovicus-cornet\" 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;\"\u003ePolder Landscape with Gate - Jacobus Ludovicus Cornet — Jacobus Ludovicus Cornet\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/sv\/products\/whitby-john-sell-cotman\" 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;\"\u003eWhitby - John Sell Cotman — John Sell Cotman\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jacobus Wijsman","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58678863266127,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58678872179023,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58678872211791,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58678872244559,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58678872277327,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58678872310095,"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":58678872342863,"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":58678872375631,"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":58678872408399,"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":58678872441167,"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":58678872473935,"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":58678872506703,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Ru-ne-van-het-Oost-Indisch-Zeemagazijn-te-Amsterdam_Poster_CompositorV1_1788574199714.jpg?v=1788574489"},{"product_id":"seated-male-nude-study-in-red-chalk-jacobus-wijsman","title":"Seated Male Nude (Study in Red Chalk) - Jacobus Wijsman","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed academic study of a male figure in red chalk, created by Jacobus Wijsman in 1798 as a prize-winning exercise in anatomical precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis academic study, executed in red chalk, depicts a male figure in a seated, reclining pose. The work dates to 1798 and was produced by Jacobus Wijsman as a competition entry, as indicated by the inscription noting the second prize. Such drawings were standard exercises within the Dutch art academies of the late eighteenth century, designed to demonstrate a student's mastery of anatomy, proportion, and the application of light and shadow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe figure is rendered with a focus on muscular definition, particularly in the arms and torso. The artist employs hatching and cross-hatching techniques to model the form, creating a sense of volume against the plain background. The use of red chalk, or sanguine, allows for a range of tonal values, from the delicate lines defining the facial features to the deeper, more saturated strokes that establish the shadows beneath the limbs. The pose, with the figure supporting his weight on his hands while extending his legs, requires a sophisticated understanding of foreshortening and skeletal structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the context of late eighteenth-century European art, this drawing reflects the rigorous training methods of the period. Students were expected to copy classical casts or draw from live models to achieve a high degree of naturalism. The inscription on the sheet provides a clear provenance, linking the work to the competitive environment of the academy. The preservation of such studies offers insight into the pedagogical practices of the era, where the ability to capture the human form with precision was the primary measure of an artist's technical capability. This print captures the texture of the original chalk on paper, maintaining the subtle gradations of the artist's hand.\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=\"\/sv\/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=\"\/sv\/products\/virginia-dalrymple-george-frederic-watts-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;\"\u003eVirginia Dalrymple - George Frederic Watts — George Frederic Watts\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jacobus Wijsman","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58678880862543,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58678884204879,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58678884237647,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58678884270415,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58678884303183,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58678884335951,"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":58678884368719,"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":58678884401487,"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":58678884434255,"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":58678884467023,"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":58678884499791,"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":58678884532559,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Seated-Male-Nude-Study-in-Red-Chalk-_Poster_CompositorV1_1788574690786.jpg?v=1788574783"},{"product_id":"zittend-mannelijk-naakt-van-opzij-gezien-3e-prijs-1797-jacobus-wijsman","title":"Zittend mannelijk naakt, van opzij gezien (3e prijs 1797) - Jacobus Wijsman","description":"\u003cp\u003eA 1797 academic red chalk study of a seated male nude by Dutch artist Jacobus Wijsman, created during his training at the Amsterdam drawing academy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis academic study, executed in red chalk, captures a seated male nude in profile. Jacobus Wijsman produced this work in 1797, a period during which he was a student at the Amsterdam drawing academy. The inscription on the sheet confirms it received a third prize, a common practice in late eighteenth-century art education where students were evaluated on their ability to render the human form with anatomical precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe drawing demonstrates the rigorous training typical of the era. Wijsman employs red chalk to model the musculature of the torso and limbs, using hatching to suggest volume and light. The figure is positioned on a simple block, a standard studio prop intended to isolate the body for study. The artist focuses on the tension in the muscles and the structural integrity of the pose, rather than narrative or emotional expression. The inclusion of the artist's name and the award details in the upper right corner provides a clear provenance, linking the work directly to the pedagogical environment of the Dutch art academies of the time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTechnically, the work relies on the subtle tonal variations achievable with red chalk. The artist uses varying pressure to create depth, with darker lines defining the contours and lighter, sparse strokes indicating the play of light across the skin. This piece offers an insight into the methods used to train young artists in the late 1700s, where mastery of the nude figure was the primary requirement for professional advancement. The composition is balanced and restrained, adhering to the classical ideals that dominated European art education throughout the eighteenth century.\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=\"\/sv\/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=\"\/sv\/products\/virginia-dalrymple-george-frederic-watts-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;\"\u003eVirginia Dalrymple - George Frederic Watts — George Frederic Watts\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jacobus Wijsman","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58680281727311,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58680301027663,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58680301060431,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58680301093199,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58680301125967,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58680301158735,"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":58680301191503,"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":58680301224271,"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":58680301257039,"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":58680301289807,"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":58680301322575,"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":58680301355343,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Zittend-mannelijk-naakt-van-opzij-gezien-3e-prijs-1797-_Poster_CompositorV1_1788579402450.jpg?v=1788579491"},{"product_id":"seated-male-nude-seen-from-the-back-jacobus-wijsman","title":"Seated Male Nude, Seen from the Back - Jacobus Wijsman","description":"\u003cp\u003eA precise academic study in red chalk, this 1800 drawing by Jacobus Wijsman captures the anatomical detail and technical discipline of Neoclassical figure training.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis academic study by Jacobus Wijsman, executed in 1800, represents the rigorous training methods common in European art academies during the turn of the nineteenth century. The work, rendered in red chalk, captures a male figure from behind, seated upon a block-like structure. The artist employs precise hatching and cross-hatching techniques to define the musculature of the back, shoulders, and arms, demonstrating a clear understanding of human anatomy. The soft, warm tone of the red chalk provides a sense of volume and depth, typical of the sanguine drawing tradition that prioritised form over colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is balanced and restrained, reflecting the Neoclassical preference for clarity and structural integrity. The figure is positioned in a classic pose, likely intended as a demonstration of the student's ability to render the human form under controlled lighting conditions. The inclusion of the inscription, which notes the work as a first prize, indicates its function as a competitive academic exercise. Such drawings were essential components of an artist's education, intended to refine their technical proficiency before they moved on to more complex historical or mythological subjects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this print, the subtle gradations of the red chalk are preserved with high fidelity, allowing the viewer to observe the artist's hand in the delicate shading of the skin and the firm contours of the anatomy. The work remains a fine example of the technical discipline required of artists in the Dutch tradition at the start of the century. It is a study of light, shadow, and physical structure, stripped of narrative distraction to focus entirely on the mastery of the human figure.\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=\"\/sv\/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=\"\/sv\/products\/virginia-dalrymple-george-frederic-watts-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;\"\u003eVirginia Dalrymple - George Frederic Watts — George Frederic Watts\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jacobus Wijsman","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58680352080207,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58680367186255,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58680367219023,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58680367251791,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58680367284559,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58680367317327,"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":58680367350095,"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":58680367382863,"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":58680367415631,"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":58680367448399,"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":58680367481167,"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":58680367513935,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Seated-Male-Nude-Seen-from-the-Back_Poster_CompositorV1_1788579492852.jpg?v=1788579746"},{"product_id":"gezicht-op-het-oost-indisch-zeemagazijn-te-amsterdam-voor-de-instorting-jacobus-wijsman","title":"Gezicht op het Oost-Indisch Zeemagazijn te Amsterdam vóór de instorting - Jacobus Wijsman","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed 1822 etching by Jacobus Wijsman depicting the Amsterdam East India Company warehouse shortly before its collapse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Jacobus Wijsman documents the Oost-Indisch Zeemagazijn, or East India Company warehouse, in Amsterdam shortly before its collapse in 1822. The print captures the imposing scale of the structure, which served as a central hub for the Dutch East India Company. The building is rendered with precise architectural detail, showing the repetitive window patterns and the central cupola that defined its silhouette against the Amsterdam skyline.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the foreground, the artist includes small figures near the water, providing a sense of scale to the massive warehouse. The composition is balanced and symmetrical, reflecting the orderly nature of Dutch maritime infrastructure during the early nineteenth century. The water in the foreground is depicted with subtle horizontal lines, suggesting the calm surface of the canal. The sky contains soft, rounded cloud formations that add a sense of atmosphere to the scene without distracting from the primary subject.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work functions as a historical record of a structure that was lost to structural failure. The inscription at the bottom provides specific context, noting the date of the observation as 13 April 1822. Wijsman, a Dutch artist active during this period, utilised the etching medium to produce clear, reproducible images that were often circulated to inform the public about urban changes and events. The print demonstrates the technical proficiency required to capture complex architectural forms through line work and shading. It remains a valuable visual source for historians studying the maritime history of Amsterdam and the physical transformation of the city's waterfront. The print is executed in a monochromatic palette, typical of the period's graphic output, focusing on clarity and documentation rather than expressive colour.\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=\"\/sv\/products\/alpine-lake-scene-alexandre-calame\" 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;\"\u003eAlpine Lake Scene - Alexandre Calame — Alexandre Calame\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/sv\/products\/church-of-the-holy-cross-at-st-lo-john-sell-cotman\" 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;\"\u003eChurch of the Holy Cross at St. Lo - John Sell Cotman — John Sell Cotman\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jacobus Wijsman","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58680441930063,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58680463360335,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58680463393103,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58680463425871,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58680463458639,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58680463491407,"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":58680463524175,"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":58680463556943,"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":58680463589711,"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":58680463622479,"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":58680463655247,"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":58680463688015,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Gezicht-op-het-Oost-Indisch-Zeemagazijn-te-Amsterdam-v-r-de-instorting_Poster_CompositorV1_1788579697469.jpg?v=1788579971"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.co.uk\/sv\/collections\/jacobus-wijsman.oembed","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}