Artwork
Nieuwmarkt with St. Anthoniswaag (S. Anthoni s Marckt met de Waegh)
Nieuwmarkt with St. Anthoniswaag (S. Anthoni s Marckt met de Waegh) is an ink print by the Baroque artist Nooms, called Zeeman, Reinier. It dates from 1645 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art. Nieuwmarkt with St.
About this work
Overview
Nieuwmarkt with St. Anthoniswaag is a 1645 etching by Reinier Nooms, a Dutch artist known for his maritime and cityscape works. The print is a detailed topographical view of Amsterdam's Nieuwmarkt area.
Subject & Meaning
The etching depicts a bustling waterfront scene with a docked ship, people, and buildings. The title suggests the area is a market with a weighing house, St. Anthoniswaag, where goods were likely measured and traded.
Technique & Style
Nooms used fine lines to capture details such as the ship's rigging and the movement of the crowd, showcasing his skill in etching. The work is characterized by its precision, a trait that would later influence other artists.
Artist & collection
Artist
Reinier Nooms (c. 1623 – 1664), also known as Zeeman or Seeman (Dutch for "sailor"), was a Dutch maritime painter known for his highly detailed paintings and etchings of ships. From the 1650s, Nooms started producing…
