86 Jacobus Harrewijn (1675–1727) – View of Saint Michael’s Abbey in Antwerp / Abbaye de St. Michel à Anvers – Belgium (1697)
This engraving presents a detailed frontal view of the Benedictine Abbey of Saint Michael in Antwerp, located along the Scheldt River. The composition showcases the monumental church, baroque entrance gate, formal gardens, and surrounding monastic buildings. The clarity of architectural detail and the symmetry of the layout reflect Harrewijn’s precise and documentary approach. The title appears at the bottom in French: Abbaye de St. Michel à Anvers.
Jacobus Harrewijn was a Flemish engraver active in the Southern Netherlands during the late 17th and early 18th centuries. He specialized in city views and topographical engravings, often working for publishers in Brussels and Antwerp. His work is valued for its historical and architectural accuracy. This print was produced in the early 18th century.
Artist or Maker:
Jacobus Harrewijn
Dimensions:
23 cm x 19 cm
Medium:
Engraving
Date:
1697
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.
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