Holland Fine Arts

The Carpenter Jan Luyken, 1694

$495.00

Own an authentic and hand-colored copy of this historic art piece

At work under a brooding sky, the image of The Carpenter transports us back to Holland in the 1600s. Unconcerned with the bustle of workers, singularly focused on what’s directly in front of him, he raises his hammer and is ready to strike with a skilled and steady hand. This was a time when disciplined craftsmanship enabled a tradesman to leave an indelible mark on the world.

The Carpenter is a single part of Jan Luyken’s sprawling masterwork, The Mirror of Human Activities (Spiegel van het Menselyk Bedryf). Here, the engraving has been reproduced in all its splendor as a limited edition piece for you to display proudly in your home or office. In painstakingly recreating this vision from the Golden Age of Dutch fine art, we used only the finest materials and historically accurate techniques.

Framed hand-colored engraving depicting a woodworker using tools to shape large timber beams for construction, from a Dutch Golden Age print series by Jan Luyken, originally dated 1694.
Hand-colored engraving depicting a woodworker using tools to shape large timber beams for construction, from a Dutch Golden Age print series by Jan Luyken, originally dated 1694.
Back of a black-framed artwork with hanging wire, hardware, and a certificate of authenticity attached to the backing

“The carpenter builds homes to be safe and fine
To raise a family in our time.”

Our fine art etchings use exclusive handmade paper crafted using techniques dating back to the 14th Century, passed down through generations by Indian artisans. Dried in the sun, this paper is a timeless, creative alternative to ordinary paper.

  • Each edition comes with a signed Certificate of Authenticity.
  • All editions will be available hand-colored by a Dutch colorist in the traditional style of the Golden Age period.
  • All editions will be elegantly museum-framed, measuring 16×20 inches, and matted with acid-free boards. Our framing is exceptional. You will receive your print with brass plates for descriptions.

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