{"product_id":"drie-handen-three-hands-jean-augustin-daiwaille","title":"Drie handen (Three Hands) - Jean Augustin Daiwaille","description":"\u003cp\u003eA precise nineteenth-century lithographic study of three hands by Dutch artist Jean Augustin Daiwaille, demonstrating anatomical accuracy and technical draftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis lithograph by Jean Augustin Daiwaille presents a series of anatomical studies focusing on the human hand. As a prominent Dutch artist and lithographer, Daiwaille was known for his technical precision and his contribution to the development of lithography in the Netherlands during the early nineteenth century. This work functions as a pedagogical tool, likely intended for students of drawing or fine art, demonstrating the subtle variations in hand positioning and gesture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is sparse, placing three distinct hand studies against a neutral background. The top two hands are shown in relaxed, resting positions, while the bottom hand is depicted in the act of holding a drawing implement. Daiwaille employs delicate shading to define the musculature and bone structure, capturing the soft transition of light across the skin. The lines are fine and controlled, reflecting the technical requirements of the lithographic process, which allowed for a tonal quality similar to that of charcoal or graphite drawings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuch studies were common in the nineteenth century, as artists sought to master the complexities of human anatomy. By isolating these specific gestures, the artist provides a clear view of how light and shadow interact with the fingers and palm. The inclusion of the label 'No. 3' suggests this print was part of a larger series or instructional portfolio. The work remains a clean, objective example of academic draftsmanship, prioritising clarity and anatomical accuracy over decorative flourish. It offers a glimpse into the rigorous training methods of the period, where the mastery of individual body parts was a prerequisite for larger, more complex compositions. The print is presented on paper that retains the character of its original production, making it a suitable addition for those interested in the history of printmaking or the evolution of artistic education.\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=\"\/en-nz\/products\/faust-and-wagner-eugene-delacroix\" 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;\"\u003eFaust and Wagner - Eugène Delacroix — Eugène Delacroix\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/olevano-edward-lear\" 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;\"\u003eOlevano - Edward Lear — Edward Lear\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jean Augustin Daiwaille","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58464306266447,"sku":null,"price":220.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58464306331983,"sku":null,"price":220.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58464306430287,"sku":null,"price":290.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58464306463055,"sku":null,"price":450.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58464306528591,"sku":null,"price":450.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Drie-handen-Three-Hands-_Poster_CompositorV1_1786276327487.jpg?v=1786584578","url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.com\/en-nz\/products\/drie-handen-three-hands-jean-augustin-daiwaille","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}