Hönningen – Linz – Lasinsky, Johann Adolf (Simmern 1808 – Dusseldorf 1871). (Rheineck Castle.) On the left as seen from the walls along the ascent. Here a couple of farm-workers. In the valley on the other bank of the Rhine Hönningen and Castle Argenfels situated above. Further downstream Linz and at the horizon the Seven Mountains. Toned pen lithograph. Inscribed: (Recorded from nature and lithographed by J. A. Lasinsky 1828. / Frankfort a/M. C. Jügel.), title as above in German-French parallel text. 22.8 x 29.2 cm.

In  its  nervous  line  conduct  ahead  of  its  time ,

unmistakably, and promptly lithographed after own sketch, and thus “standing out highly advantageously from the leaves of much smaller size engraved after him by other artists … Lasinsky’s ‘sensibility, keenest power of observation, realistic study of nature, and talent for large wide landscapes’ have been praised” (Schulte). – Also architecturally charming view with a wonderful wide view.
Offer no. 9,085 / EUR  381. / export price EUR  362. (c. US$ 504.) + shipping

“  … that I have received the parcel in good order. Very well and professional packed indeed. The litho of Mourot is according to my expectations. The drawing is rare. Colouring most probably same time … ”

(Mr. P. v. d. W., June 26, 2003)