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Jacobus Harrewijn (1660–c.1727) – De Cathedrale Kerk van Onze Lieve Vrouwe tot Antwerpen – Engraved Architectural View (c.1700) - This engraving presents the Cathedral of Our Lady in Antwerp (De Cathedrale Kerk van Onze Lieve Vrouwe tot Antwerpen), the largest Gothic church in Belgium and a landmark of religious and architectural significance in the Southern Netherlands. The composition highlights the cathedral’s iconic spire, elaborate buttresses, and rhythmic series of pointed windows, rendered with exceptional linear clarity. Bilingual inscriptions in Dutch and French further reflect the cultural duality of the time. ;Jacobus Harrewijn was a Flemish engraver active in the Southern Netherlands during the late 17th and early 18th centuries. He produced numerous topographical and architectural engravings, working for publishers in both Brussels and Antwerp. His style combines precision with decorative clarity. This engraving is not listed in the Hollstein catalogue.Artist or Maker: Jacobus HarrewijnDimensions: 19 cm x 26 cmMedium: EngravingDate: c.1700Condition Report:This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.