Artwork
Strasbourg: The Toll House
Strasbourg: The Toll House is an ink print by the Baroque artist Wenceslaus Hollar. It dates from 1635 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Strasbourg: The Toll House is an etching created by Wenceslaus Hollar in 1635. It depicts a scene from Strasbourg, showcasing the city's architectural and urban character.
Subject & Meaning
The etching shows a small wooden toll house on a riverbank, with a tower and smoke rising from its roof, situated near a canal with boats. The text at the bottom, 'Zoll Schantz an der Straßburger Brücke', indicates the toll house is near a bridge.
Technique & Style
Hollar used fine lines to create shadows and details, characteristic of his etching technique. The work is typical of his detailed cityscapes and landscapes, known as vedutas.
History & Provenance
Wenceslaus Hollar was born in Prague in 1607 and died in London in 1677. He spent much of his career in England and was buried at St Margaret's Church, Westminster.
Artist & collection
Artist
Wenceslaus Hollar (Czech: Václav Hollar (Czech pronunciation: ), German: Wenzel Hollar; 23 July 1607 – 25 March 1677) was a Czech engraver, etcher and painter.
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