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Sketches in Belgium and Germany, Second Series: No. 17 - Screens at Lierre

Sketches in Belgium and Germany, Second Series: No. 17 - Screens at Lierre is a print by the Romanticist artist Louis Haghe. It dates from 1845 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art. Sketches in Belgium and Germany, Second Series: No.

About this work

Overview

Sketches in Belgium and Germany, Second Series: No. 17 – Screens at Lierre is a lithographic print created by Louis Haghe in 1845. It is part of a travel documentation series produced by Day & Haghe, a London firm co-founded by the artist.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a church interior with a carved wooden screen, surrounded by figures in period attire. The scene is likely from Lierre, capturing local architectural or landscape details. The artist's focus on the screen's intricate carvings suggests an interest in documenting significant cultural or historical elements.

Technique & Style

Haghe's use of lithography allowed for a precise yet atmospheric representation of the scene. The artist employed chiaroscuro, manipulating light and shadow to draw attention to the screen's detailed carvings, creating a sense of depth and visual drama.