Comet Above Rotterdam | Lieve Verschuier | 1680

Comet Above Rotterdam (c. 1680) by Lieve Verschuier is a masterful evocation of celestial awe within an urban landscape. Set against the warm glow of a winter twilight, a brilliant comet arcs across the sky above the frozen harbor of Rotterdam, its luminous trail reflected upon the ice. Groups of townspeople pause in reverent fascination, their gestures capturing the blend of wonder and apprehension such phenomena evoked in the seventeenth century. Through his refined treatment of light, atmosphere, and architectural precision, Verschuier transforms a historical astronomical event into a profound meditation on nature’s grandeur and the human impulse to seek meaning in the heavens.

Print:

A premium quality heavyweight (200gsm) fine art print material with a smooth, clean finish. This museum quality paper is extremely consistent and works perfectly with large, full colour graphics or illustrations. The matte finish emphasizes different highlights and tones in the source artworks; helping to create stunning works of art.

- All prints include a .25 inch white border to ensure space for framing. 

Our Eco Credentials Include:

• FSC approved or sustainably sourced paper
• Printed using water based inks
• Local fulfilment reduces carbon emissions
• Contains no plastic

Sizes:

14 x 11 Inches = 35.5 cm x 28 cm

20 x 16 Inches = 50.8 cm x 40.6 cm