Who painted The Winter King on the Ice?

The Winter King on the Ice was painted by Jacobus Buys in 1766.

Where can I see The Winter King on the Ice?

The Winter King on the Ice is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is The Winter King on the Ice?

The Winter King on the Ice is associated with Romanticism.

Artwork

The Winter King on the Ice

Jacobus Buys , 1766

The Winter King on the Ice is a chalk print by the Romanticist artist Jacobus Buys. It dates from 1766 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

The Winter King on the Ice is a print created by Cornelis Ploos van Amstel in 1766, combining etching, chalk manner, and hand-coloring techniques.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a lively street scene with figures in 18th-century attire gathered near a church tower, conveying a sense of everyday life and social interaction.

Technique & Style

Ploos van Amstel employed a range of techniques, including etching, chalk manner, and roulette, with ink applied à la poupée and hand-colored with wash, resulting in soft, sketchy lines and muted colors.

Context

The print's style and subject matter reflect the artistic interests of the time, with its focus on capturing everyday scenes and using innovative printmaking techniques.