{"title":"Philips Wouwerman","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"river-landscape-with-a-horseman-philips-wouwerman","title":"River Landscape with a Horseman - Philips Wouwerman","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed etching by Philips Wouwerman depicting a horseman in a river setting, showcasing the technical precision of 17th-century Dutch printmaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Philips Wouwerman captures a quiet moment in a Dutch river setting. The composition is dominated by a rider mounted on a horse, positioned in the foreground. The figure is rendered with precise, controlled lines that define the texture of the horse's coat and the rider's attire. In the background, a steep, rocky cliff rises sharply, topped by a small, ruined structure. The river flows horizontally across the mid-ground, where a secondary, smaller figure is visible near the water's edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWouwerman was a prolific painter and draughtsman during the Dutch Golden Age, known for his frequent inclusion of horses in his work. His ability to capture the anatomy and movement of these animals earned him a specific reputation among his contemporaries. This print reflects the technical skill required for etching, using varying densities of cross-hatching to create depth and shadow. The light source appears to come from the left, casting subtle gradients across the cliff face and the horse's flank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe scene is typical of the period's interest in genre subjects, where everyday activities are placed within a naturalistic environment. Unlike the grand historical or religious scenes of the era, this work focuses on the atmospheric quality of the outdoors. The print demonstrates the artist's command of line and tone, providing a clear view of the subject without unnecessary embellishment. It is a representative example of 17th-century Dutch printmaking, where the focus remained on the observation of form and the interplay of light on surfaces. The inclusion of the distant spire on the horizon adds a sense of scale to the composition, grounding the scene in a recognisable, if generalised, Dutch topography.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/drie-koeien-adriaen-van-de-velde\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eDrie koeien - Adriaen van de Velde — Adriaen van de Velde\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/the-ford-charles-francois-daubigny-1\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Ford - Charles-François Daubigny — Charles-François Daubigny\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Philips Wouwerman","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58715060273487,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58715083768143,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58715083800911,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58715083833679,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58715083866447,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58715083899215,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58715083931983,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58715083964751,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58715083997519,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58715084030287,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58715084063055,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58715084095823,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/River-Landscape-with-a-Horseman_Poster_CompositorV1_1788873210570.jpg?v=1788874340"},{"product_id":"landscape-with-wood-gatherers-philips-wouwerman","title":"Landscape with Wood Gatherers - Philips Wouwerman","description":"\u003cp\u003eA classic Dutch Golden Age scene by Philips Wouwerman, depicting rural figures and a pack horse beneath a vast, cloud-filled sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhilips Wouwerman was a prolific painter of the Dutch Golden Age, known for his technical precision and his frequent inclusion of horses in various settings. This work captures a quiet, rural scene typical of his output, where the focus rests on the daily activities of common people. The composition is dominated by a vast, cloud-filled sky that occupies the upper two-thirds of the panel, creating a sense of openness and atmospheric depth. Below, a group of figures gathers around a pack horse laden with wood, while a cart is visible to the left.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWouwerman employs a muted, earthy palette, relying on subtle shifts in tone to define the figures and the uneven terrain. The light appears to break through the clouds, casting soft shadows and illuminating the textures of the clothing and the animal coats. His ability to render the anatomy of horses, often a signature element in his paintings, is evident in the central animal, which serves as the anchor for the human interaction. The scene avoids grand narrative, instead offering a glimpse into the mundane tasks of rural life. The presence of the dog and the small child adds a layer of domesticity to the outdoor setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis piece reflects the period's interest in naturalism and the observation of everyday life. Wouwerman's brushwork is controlled and refined, allowing for the depiction of fine details without sacrificing the overall harmony of the scene. The painting demonstrates his skill in balancing human figures within a wider environment, a hallmark of his approach to genre subjects. By focusing on the interaction between the travellers and their environment, Wouwerman creates a balanced, observational work that remains grounded in the realities of seventeenth-century Dutch life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/memory-of-a-voyage-rene-magritte\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eMemory of a Voyage - René Magritte — René Magritte\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/portrait-of-charles-i-of-england-anthony-van-dyck\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortrait of Charles I of England - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Philips Wouwerman","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58734315471183,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58734335918415,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58734335951183,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58734335983951,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58734336016719,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58734336049487,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58734336082255,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58734336115023,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58734336147791,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58734336180559,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58734336213327,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58734336246095,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Landscape-with-Wood-Gatherers_Poster_CompositorV1_1789030838755.jpg?v=1789031663"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.com\/collections\/philips-wouwerman.oembed","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}