Bidspirit auction | Jan Luyken - Antique Engraving

Jan Luyken - Antique Engraving - De Poppemaker / The Doll Maker - This engriving depicts a dollmaker at work, either creating or repairing dolls. Such scenes often include details of a workshop, various tools, and dolls in different stages of completion. The print captures the essence of craftsmanship and the intricacy of traditional doll-making.Jan Luyken (1649-1712) was a Dutch engraver, illustrator, and poet known for his detailed etchings depicting religious, allegorical, and everyday life scenes. He worked in the Baroque style, producing illustrations for books and creating a series of prints showcasing professions and trades of his time.Artist or Maker: Jan LuykenMedium: Etching & EngravingDate: 1720