Herman Naijwincx

Herman Naijwincx was an artist active exclusively during a brief mid-seventeenth century period, documented between 1640 and 1645. His known output consists entirely of prints, concentrating on detailed landscape compositions.

The eight prints represented in major collections establish Naijwincx’s enduring legacy as a printmaker focused on natural topography and rustic scenery. These works often belong to the Set of Landscapes series, which utilizes chiaroscuro and fine line work to depict complex outdoor environments. Specific examples include The River in the Forest, plate three of the set, Three Large Trees on a Hill, and The Cascade.

The official documentation of these works in the institutional record, specifically at the Art Institute of Chicago, confirms their historical significance. These surviving Herman Naijwincx prints provide a clear indication of his specialization in dramatic, naturalistic settings, often depicting water features and dense woodland, such as the composition A River between Rocks. Today, many of these historical artifacts are available as high-quality prints, digitized through various public domain initiatives.