12502 Cornelis de Bruyn (1652–1726) – View of the Schamanskoi Torrent and Siberian Ethnographic Studies – Etching (1711)
"Chute ou Torrent de Schamanskoi." The upper register depicts a dramatic river scene where several sailing vessels and small rowboats navigate turbulent rapids and rocky outcrops. The lower left register shows a standing indigenous man holding a large paddle, with a group of figures in a long canoe navigating a river in the background. The lower right register illustrates an indigenous hunter equipped with a bow, a quiver of arrows, and a trident-like spear, dressed in heavy furs and boots. This etching was published in Amsterdam as part of the travel account Reizen over Moskovie, door Persie en Indie, printed by Willem and David Goeree. The work serves as a visual record of the treacherous Siberian waterways and the diverse indigenous populations encountered by the artist during his expedition through the Russian interior.
Cornelis de Bruyn was a Dutch artist and traveler who gained renown for his highly accurate visual records of the Near East and Russia. He was trained as a painter and used his skills to provide western audiences with detailed depictions of foreign architecture, customs, and natural history. His expeditions were characterized by a commitment to drawing from life, often correcting the inaccuracies of previous explorers. De Bruyn's published volumes remain significant historical resources for their ethnographic and geographical detail.
Artist or Maker: Cornelis de Bruyn.
Dimensions: Approximately 41 cm x 36 cm.
Medium: Etching.
Date: 1711.
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.
| Värdering | 400 - 500 SEK |
| Köparprovision (inkl. moms) | 24.4% |
| Slagavgift (inkl. moms) | 6 SEK |
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