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Tileman van der Horst
"De Ys Breker [The Icebreaker], " Antique Print, Canal Barge, Boat Cross-Section

About the Item

Unique engraving on laid paper with hand-coloring by Tileman van der Horst (Dutch, active 18th century) illustrating a three-quarters, cross-section, and top view of a barge designed for breaking the ice on the canals. This illustration was one of 47 double-plate engravings for the 2-volume publication "Theatrum Machinarium Universale" published 1736-37. A civil engineer, Tileman was most known for this work depicting detailed designs of machines and mechanical marvels.
  • Creator:
    Tileman van der Horst
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 20 in (50.8 cm)Width: 25 in (63.5 cm)
  • Medium:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
    Vertical crease down center formed by two sheets taped together. Mildly frayed edges and corners with small tears. Some staining.
  • Gallery Location:
    Mount Vernon, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 000961stDibs: LU134825861662
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