Bilder Anders Fredrik Skjöldebrand (1749–1834) – Vue au Sud du Mont Käimä Tunduri – Aquatint Engraving (1801)

Beskrivning

This impressive aquatint engraving by Anders Fredrik Skjöldebrand presents a sweeping southern view from Käimä Tunduri, depicting the expansive, varied terrain of Lapland. The landscape unfolds with meticulous clarity, illustrating dense forests, scattered lakes, gentle hills, and distant mountain ranges beneath an atmospheric sky. Combining scientific exactness with romantic artistry, Skjöldebrand's engraving vividly captures the vastness and tranquility of the Arctic wilderness, significantly enriching early European perceptions of the region.

Anders Fredrik Skjöldebrand (1749–1834) was one of the first European artists to visually document Lapland’s geography in situ. His blend of romanticism and scientific precision made his Arctic prints a model for later naturalists and travelers.

Artist or Maker:
Anders Fredrik Skjöldebrand

Dimensions:
25 cm x 40 cm

Medium:
Aquatint Engraving

Date:
1801

Condition 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.