Bilder Anders Fredrik Skjöldebrand – Map of the Harbour of Trondheim – Engraving

Beskrivning

This engraving titled Vue du port de Drontheim (View of the Harbour of Trondheim) presents a panoramic coastal scene of one of Norway's most historic cities, as seen during Anders Fredrik Skjöldebrand’s journey to the North Cape. The image captures the atmospheric stillness of the harbor, with boats moored by the shore and architectural silhouettes rendered with fine detail. It forms part of Voyage pittoresque au Cap Nord, a travel account published in 1805 that documented Skjöldebrand’s exploration of Northern Scandinavia.

Anders Fredrik Skjöldebrand was a Swedish nobleman, military officer, artist, and writer. He served in the Swedish army, participated in various military campaigns, and later devoted himself to artistic and literary pursuits. Skjöldebrand is best known for his illustrated travelogues, which combined scientific accuracy with artistic expression, documenting the natural and cultural landscape of Northern Europe.

Artist or Maker:
Anders Fredrik Skjöldebrand

Dimensions:
22 cm x 14 cm

Medium:
Engraving

Date:
1805

Condition Report:
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