David van der Kellen

David van der Kellen was an artist documented as active in 1814, known primarily for his work in graphic arts. His output focuses on rural genre scenes and topographical compositions characteristic of the period immediately following the turn of the 19th century.

Fifteen of David van der Kellen’s prints are currently represented in institutional holdings, providing insight into his preferred subject matter. These works often depict figures engaged in daily life and pastoral settings, including the compositions titled Bijbellezer, Boer en boerin bij een hoeve, and Boer en boerin in gesprek. His attention to landscape and setting is also evident in works such as Boerderij aan het water and Figuren aan de waterkant.

The most significant collection of David van der Kellen prints is housed at the Rijksmuseum. This institutional preservation secures the legacy and availability of his etchings and engravings for study. Given the period of his documented activity, these historical pieces are commonly available as high-quality prints via public domain collections, ensuring continued access to his unique style of early 19th-century downloadable artwork.