Busacca Gallery

Antique Historical Rare Drawing of Village Life Depicting Life at the Time. Most of these sketches have long ago entered public collections, these drawings are actively sought today by collectors, both public and private, when seen on today's market. This sketch is unframed and measures 13 1/2 x 18 1/2 inches. This drawing is most certainly Dutch and is from at least the 18th century, and perhaps earlier. The paper has the watermark of C. & I. Honig, who were paper manufacturers at the Herderskind Mill in Zandyk, Holland. They began making paper in 1683 and were in business until 1856. This drawing is an ink wash and of high quality, although it is not signed. It brings to mind many of the fine landscape artists who were active during the Golden Age of Dutch painting in the 17th century. This is a little historical antique original ink wash drawing of a town or village in its daily life. It is tatty around the edges but generally in good condition considering how old it is. It is an old artist sketch series on old original paper with its beautifully executed ink-wash drawing. It is not framed. This private online exhibition is the first devoted exclusively to these drawings. There have been countless exhibitions that have presented the works of other great European artists.

The Dutch Golden Age, which spanned the 17th century, was a period of immense cultural and artistic growth in the Netherlands. Dutch village life during this time was characterized by a flourishing economy, urbanization, and a strong sense of community. Historical drawings from the 17th century provide us with a glimpse into everyday life in Dutch villages during this time period. One of the most well-known artists of the Dutch Golden Age was Jan Steen, whose paintings often depicted scenes of daily life, including village scenes. Steen's drawings and paintings often portrayed lively village scenes with people engaged in various activities. For example, his drawings might show villagers engaged in farming, fishing, brewing, or trading. These scenes often included detailed depictions of Dutch architecture, clothing, and customs, giving us insight into the material culture and social norms of the time. Another artist who depicted Dutch village life in the 17th century was Pieter Bruegel the Elder. Bruegel's drawings and paintings were known for their attention to detail and their ability to capture the everyday life of ordinary people. His works often depicted scenes of village festivals, markets, and rural landscapes, providing a glimpse into the daily routines and traditions of Dutch villagers. In addition to drawings and paintings, there are also historical prints and engravings that provide valuable insight into Dutch village life in the 17th century. Artists such as Adriaen van de Velde and Jan van de Velde created detailed engravings that depicted Dutch village scenes, including landscapes, farms, and daily activities of villagers. These engravings were often used to illustrate books and other publications, and they provide us with valuable visual documentation of Dutch village life during the time. Overall, historical drawings and prints from the 17th century offer a valuable glimpse into Dutch village life during the Dutch Golden Age. They provide insights into the daily activities, customs, and material culture of the time, and are a valuable resource for historians and art enthusiasts alike in understanding the rich history of the Netherlands during this period.

Link: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pencil_Drawing

Dry media such as pencil or pastel are often preferred due to time constraints, but a quickly done watercolor study or even quickly modeled clay or soft wax can also be considered a 'sketch' in the broader sense of the term. Graphite pencils being a relatively new invention, the artists of the Renaissance could make sketches using the expensive method of a silver stylus on specially prepared paper (known as silverpoint), with results similar to a modern pencil sketch, or, more cheaply, using charcoal, chalk, or pen-and-ink. A sketch is a rapidly executed freehand drawing that is not intended as a finished work. If in oil paint it is called an oil sketch. In general, a sketch is a quick way to record an idea for later use. Artist's sketches primarily serve as a way to try out different ideas and establish a composition before undertaking a more finished work, especially when the finished work is expensive and time consuming (as in the case of a large painting or fresco). Sketching sharpens an artist's ability to focus on the most important elements of a subject and is a prescribed part of artistic development for students. Contrary to popular belief, artists often use erasers when drawing; the eraser may be used to remove rough construction lines, or to soften lines for visual effect. The most commonly used eraser for pencil drawing is the kneaded eraser, which has a soft, sticky surface that enables the artist to lift the graphite or charcoal from the drawing surface without smudging. White plastic erasers can cleanly erase line work, but tend to smudge heavy shading. The sketchbooks of Leonardo da Vinci and Edgar Degas are two examples of many done by famous artists which have become art objects in their own right, although many pages show more thoughtful studies rather than true sketches. The ability to quickly record impressions through sketching has found varied purposes in today's culture. Courtroom artists are usually sketchers. Sketches drawn to help authorities find or identify wanted people are called composite sketches. Street performers in popular tourist areas often include artists who sketch portraits within minutes.