{"title":"Dirck Volckertszoon Coornhert","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"mensheid-wordt-door-de-duivel-geketend-dirck-volckertsz-coornhert","title":"Mensheid wordt door de duivel geketend - Dirck Volckertsz. Coornhert","description":"\u003cp\u003eA sixteenth-century allegorical engraving by Dirck Volckertsz. Coornhert depicting the struggle between humanity and sin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis print by Dirck Volckertsz. Coornhert, after a design by Maarten van Heemskerck, depicts a powerful allegorical scene. A muscular male figure, representing humanity, stands in a state of bondage. His wrists and ankles are bound by thick ropes held by a demonic creature perched upon a globe. The imagery draws upon moralising themes common in sixteenth-century Northern European art, where the struggle between virtue and vice was a frequent subject for printmakers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCoornhert, a polymath who worked as an engraver, writer, and theologian, utilised the medium of etching and engraving to disseminate complex philosophical ideas. The composition focuses on the physical tension of the captive figure, whose upward gaze suggests a plea for liberation or a recognition of his spiritual state. The inclusion of the globe beneath the devil reinforces the universal nature of this moral conflict, suggesting that the entire world is subject to such temptations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Latin inscription at the base, 'Peccati servus idem et sathana est mancipium', translates to 'The slave of sin is also the property of Satan'. This text provides the interpretive key for the viewer, framing the visual narrative within a specific theological context. The line work is precise, characteristic of the period's technical approach to copperplate engraving, with cross-hatching used to define the musculature of the central figure and the texture of the demonic form. As a print, this work was intended for a learned audience capable of engaging with both the classical anatomical style and the underlying moral message. It remains a clear example of how print culture in the Netherlands functioned as a vehicle for intellectual and religious discourse during the Reformation era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/portrait-of-charles-i-of-england-anthony-van-dyck\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortrait of Charles I of England - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/apotheosis-of-hercules-giovanni-domenico-tiepolo\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eApotheosis of Hercules - Giovanni Domenico Tiepolo — Giovanni Domenico Tiepolo\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Dirck Volckertszoon Coornhert","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58526513201487,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58526649254223,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58526649286991,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58526649319759,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58526649352527,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58526649385295,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58526649418063,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58526649450831,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58526649483599,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58526649516367,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58526649549135,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58526649581903,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Mensheid-wordt-door-de-duivel-geketend_Poster_CompositorV1_1786489056667.jpg?v=1787230729"},{"product_id":"dood-van-de-zonde-brengt-een-nieuw-mens-tot-leven-dirck-volckertsz-coornhert","title":"Dood van de zonde brengt een nieuw mens tot leven - Dirck Volckertsz. Coornhert","description":"\u003cp\u003eA striking Northern Renaissance engraving depicting an allegorical skeleton, representing the death of sin and the subsequent rebirth of the human spirit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving, attributed to Dirck Volckertsz. Coornhert after a design by Maarten van Heemskerck, presents a stark allegorical vision of moral transformation. The central figure is a personified skeleton, representing the death of sin, which holds a heart in its hand while brandishing an arrow. The composition relies on the conventions of sixteenth-century Northern European printmaking, where anatomical precision meets symbolic narrative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe figure is draped in flowing fabric that adds a sense of movement to the otherwise static, skeletal form. The Latin inscription at the base, 'Peccatorem mors procreat novum hominem ad iusticiam', translates to 'The death of the sinner brings forth a new man to justice'. This text clarifies the theological intent behind the image, framing the physical decay of the skeleton as a necessary precursor to spiritual rebirth. The inclusion of the artist's credit, 'Heemskerck, inventor', acknowledges the collaborative nature of print production during this period, where designers and engravers often worked in tandem to disseminate complex moral and religious ideas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe line work is precise and disciplined, characteristic of the Dutch engraving tradition. The artist employs hatching and cross-hatching to define the contours of the bones and the folds of the drapery, creating a sense of volume against a relatively sparse background. This print belongs to a broader tradition of memento mori imagery, which sought to remind the viewer of the transient nature of earthly life and the necessity of moral preparation for the afterlife. By focusing on the transformation of the heart, the work moves beyond simple morbidity, offering a didactic message regarding the potential for human redemption through the cessation of sinful behaviour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/judith-and-holofernes-johann-theodor-de-bry\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eJudith and Holofernes - Johann Theodor de Bry — Johann Theodor de Bry\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/bear-hunt-with-lobster-quail-weasel-and-fish-adriaen-collaert\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eBear Hunt, with Lobster, Quail, Weasel, and Fish - Adriaen Collaert — Adriaen Collaert\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Dirck Volckertszoon Coornhert","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58526805754191,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58526825087311,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58526825120079,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58526825152847,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58526825185615,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58526825218383,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58526825251151,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58526825283919,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58526825316687,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58526825349455,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58526825382223,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58526825414991,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Dood-van-de-zonde-brengt-een-nieuw-mens-tot-leven_Poster_CompositorV1_1786491169381.jpg?v=1787232070"},{"product_id":"door-het-geloof-wordt-de-mens-herboren-dirck-volckertsz-coornhert","title":"Door het geloof wordt de mens herboren - Dirck Volckertsz. Coornhert","description":"\u003cp\u003eA sixteenth-century Dutch engraving depicting an allegorical figure representing spiritual rebirth through faith, based on a design by Maarten van Heemskerck.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving, titled 'Door het geloof wordt de mens herboren' (Man Reborn Through Faith), reflects the intellectual and theological climate of the sixteenth-century Netherlands. Dirck Volckertsz. Coornhert, a humanist, writer, and engraver, produced this work based on a design by Maarten van Heemskerck, as indicated by the 'Heemskerck inventor' inscription in the lower left corner. The print depicts a young, nude male figure standing amidst clouds, holding an open book in his right hand while gesturing upwards with his left. This posture suggests a transition from earthly existence to a state of spiritual renewal. The Latin inscription below, 'In homine iam renato apparet in dei fides', reinforces the theological theme of faith as the mechanism for human rebirth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe visual execution follows the conventions of Northern Renaissance printmaking. The figure is rendered with clear, deliberate lines that define the musculature and the soft contours of the body. The background is kept minimal, consisting of light, horizontal hatching to suggest clouds, which keeps the focus entirely on the allegorical subject. The anatomical treatment of the figure, with its slightly elongated proportions and defined musculature, reflects the influence of Italian Mannerism, which Heemskerck encountered during his travels in Rome. Coornhert’s technique as an engraver is precise, using varied line weights to create a sense of volume and form within the figure. This work serves as an example of how print culture in the Low Countries functioned as a medium for disseminating complex theological and humanist ideas to a wider audience. The clarity of the composition and the directness of the iconography allow the viewer to engage with the philosophical message without unnecessary distraction. It remains a representative piece of the collaborative relationship between designers and engravers during this period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/saint-philip-lucas-van-leyden\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eSaint Philip - Lucas van Leyden — Lucas van Leyden\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/crucifixion-of-christ-hieronymus-wierix\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eCrucifixion of Christ - Hieronymus Wierix — Hieronymus Wierix\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Dirck Volckertszoon Coornhert","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58526809981263,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58526833049935,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58526833082703,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58526833115471,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58526833148239,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58526833181007,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58526833213775,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58526833246543,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58526833279311,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58526833312079,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58526833344847,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58526833377615,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Door-het-geloof-wordt-de-mens-herboren_Poster_CompositorV1_1786491654553.jpg?v=1787232196"},{"product_id":"vervolging-veroorzaakt-hoop-op-verlossing-dirck-volckertsz-coornhert","title":"Vervolging veroorzaakt hoop op verlossing - Dirck Volckertsz. Coornhert","description":"\u003cp\u003eA powerful sixteenth-century Dutch engraving depicting an allegorical figure carrying a cross, representing the connection between suffering and spiritual hope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Dirck Volckertsz. Coornhert presents a muscular male figure navigating a difficult path while carrying a large wooden cross. The composition is defined by the tension between the weight of the cross and the figure's forward momentum. The artist employs precise hatching and cross-hatching techniques to model the anatomy, creating a sense of volume and physical exertion. The figure grips a large, curved tool, likely an anchor, which serves as a symbolic counterpoint to the cross.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Latin inscription at the base, 'Tribulatio et crux spem ad salutem ostendit', translates to 'Tribulation and the cross show the hope of salvation'. This text clarifies the allegorical nature of the work, framing the physical struggle as a spiritual journey. Coornhert, a significant figure in the Dutch intellectual and artistic circles of the sixteenth century, often used his prints to communicate moral and philosophical ideas. His style reflects the influence of Italian Mannerism, particularly in the elongated proportions and the dramatic, twisting posture of the protagonist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe background remains sparse, focusing the viewer's attention entirely on the figure and his burden. The lines are clean and deliberate, characteristic of the high-quality engraving techniques prevalent in the Netherlands during this period. The work functions as a visual meditation on the necessity of suffering in the pursuit of spiritual redemption. It is a clear example of the didactic function of printmaking in the sixteenth century, where complex theological concepts were distilled into singular, powerful images for a wider audience. The print demonstrates the technical skill of Coornhert as both a draughtsman and an engraver, capturing a moment of intense psychological and physical weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/judith-and-holofernes-johann-theodor-de-bry\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eJudith and Holofernes - Johann Theodor de Bry — Johann Theodor de Bry\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/bear-hunt-with-lobster-quail-weasel-and-fish-adriaen-collaert\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eBear Hunt, with Lobster, Quail, Weasel, and Fish - Adriaen Collaert — Adriaen Collaert\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Dirck Volckertszoon Coornhert","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58526821155151,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58526842323279,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58526842356047,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58526842388815,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58526842421583,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58526842454351,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58526842487119,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58526842519887,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58526842552655,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58526842585423,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58526842618191,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58526842650959,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Vervolging-veroorzaakt-hoop-op-verlossing_Poster_CompositorV1_1786492128604.jpg?v=1787232316"},{"product_id":"kennis-van-god-brengt-liefdadigheid-voort-dirck-volckertsz-coornhert","title":"Kennis van God brengt liefdadigheid voort - Dirck Volckertsz. Coornhert","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed 16th-century engraving by Dirck Volckertsz. Coornhert, depicting an allegory of Charity inspired by the designs of Maarten van Heemskerck.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving, titled Kennis van God brengt liefdadigheid voort, is a work by the Dutch humanist and engraver Dirck Volckertsz. Coornhert. The composition is based on a design by Maarten van Heemskerck, as indicated by the inscription 'Heemskerck inventor' in the lower left corner. The print functions as a complex allegory, typical of the intellectual climate of the sixteenth-century Netherlands, where classical motifs and Christian theology often merged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe central figure is a female personification of Charity, depicted in a classical, idealized form. She is shown seated upon an eagle, a creature often associated with divine vision or the heavens. In one hand, she holds a flaming heart, a traditional symbol of burning love and devotion. Her other hand is raised towards a radiant orb, which bears Hebrew characters representing the name of God. This arrangement illustrates the philosophical premise that true charity originates from the knowledge and love of the divine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCoornhert employs a precise engraving technique, using varied hatching and cross-hatching to define the musculature of the figure and the texture of the eagle's plumage. The lines are controlled and deliberate, characteristic of the professional printmaking standards of the period. The background remains largely atmospheric, allowing the focus to stay on the allegorical interaction between the human figure and the divine symbol. The Latin inscription at the base, 'Charitas hinc Virtutesque divinae promantat', translates to 'From here, Charity and divine virtues flow forth', further clarifying the moral message intended for the viewer. This work serves as a clear example of how print culture in the Northern Renaissance disseminated complex philosophical ideas to a wider audience, combining technical skill with humanist learning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/judith-and-holofernes-johann-theodor-de-bry\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eJudith and Holofernes - Johann Theodor de Bry — Johann Theodor de Bry\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/bear-hunt-with-lobster-quail-weasel-and-fish-adriaen-collaert\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eBear Hunt, with Lobster, Quail, Weasel, and Fish - Adriaen Collaert — Adriaen Collaert\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Dirck Volckertszoon Coornhert","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58526848778575,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58526851432783,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58526851465551,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58526851498319,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58526851531087,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58526851563855,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58526851596623,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58526851629391,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58526851662159,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58526851694927,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58526851727695,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58526851760463,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Kennis-van-God-brengt-liefdadigheid-voort_Poster_CompositorV1_1786492260383.jpg?v=1787232745"},{"product_id":"christ-as-teacher-of-mankind-dirck-volckertsz-coornhert","title":"Christ as Teacher of Mankind - Dirck Volckertsz. Coornhert","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed sixteenth-century engraving by Dirck Volckertsz. Coornhert, depicting Christ as the teacher of humanity, based on a design by Maarten van Heemskerck.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving, titled 'Christus als leraar van de mensheid' (Christ as Teacher of Mankind), is a work by the Dutch engraver and humanist Dirck Volckertsz. Coornhert. The composition is based on a design by Maarten van Heemskerck, whose influence is visible in the muscular, elongated anatomy of the central figure. Christ is depicted in a standing posture, holding a cross-staff in his left hand and a book in his right, symbolising his role as the source of divine instruction. The stigmata on his hands and feet identify him as the resurrected Christ, yet the focus remains on his function as a teacher rather than solely on the narrative of the Passion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCoornhert employs a sophisticated system of hatching and cross-hatching to define the musculature and the heavy folds of the drapery. The background is kept relatively simple, allowing the figure to dominate the frame. The Latin inscription at the base, 'Doctrina christi vnit hominem christo' (The doctrine of Christ unites man with Christ), clarifies the theological intent of the image. This piece reflects the intellectual climate of the sixteenth-century Netherlands, where humanism and religious reform intersected. The print serves as a visual articulation of the belief that spiritual unity is achieved through the study and application of Christ's teachings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a master of the burin, Coornhert demonstrates technical precision in this work. The lines are clean and controlled, typical of the high-quality printmaking produced in the Low Countries during this period. The figure's posture, with its slight contrapposto, suggests a debt to Italian Mannerism, which Heemskerck had absorbed during his travels. This print is a clear example of the collaborative nature of print production in the sixteenth century, where the roles of inventor and engraver were often distinct.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/judith-and-holofernes-johann-theodor-de-bry\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eJudith and Holofernes - Johann Theodor de Bry — Johann Theodor de Bry\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/bear-hunt-with-lobster-quail-weasel-and-fish-adriaen-collaert\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eBear Hunt, with Lobster, Quail, Weasel, and Fish - Adriaen Collaert — Adriaen Collaert\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Dirck Volckertszoon Coornhert","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58526877057359,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58526921752911,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58526921785679,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58526921818447,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58526921851215,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58526921883983,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58526921916751,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58526921949519,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58526921982287,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58526922015055,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58526922047823,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58526922080591,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Christ-as-Teacher-of-Mankind_Poster_CompositorV1_1786493190481.jpg?v=1787233107"},{"product_id":"liefde-en-kennis-gaan-samen-met-de-wereld-ten-gronde-dirck-volckertsz-coornhert","title":"Liefde en Kennis gaan samen met de wereld ten gronde - Dirck Volckertsz. Coornhert","description":"\u003cp\u003eA 1550 engraving by Dirck Volckertsz. Coornhert depicting a chaotic, allegorical scene of figures and a horse in descent, reflecting Northern Mannerist style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Dirck Volckertsz. Coornhert, dated 1550, captures the distinct stylistic traits of Northern Mannerism. The composition is dynamic and chaotic, featuring figures and a horse in mid-air, suggesting a sudden collapse or descent. The title, which translates to 'Love and Knowledge perish with the world', provides a moralising context for the visual drama. Coornhert, a polymath and engraver, often utilised his work to convey philosophical or theological messages common in the intellectual circles of the sixteenth-century Netherlands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe visual execution demonstrates a high level of technical skill in the use of the burin. The musculature of the figures is rendered with exaggerated, serpentine forms, a hallmark of the Mannerist style that prioritised expressive distortion over classical proportion. The horse, suspended above a sphere, serves as a central element of instability. The surrounding figures are caught in various states of motion, their bodies twisted to create a sense of tension and unease. The background remains relatively sparse, allowing the focus to remain on the central action and the interplay of light and shadow across the forms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a printmaker, Coornhert was instrumental in the dissemination of Italianate styles within the Low Countries. His work often reflects the influence of artists like Maarten van Heemskerck, with whom he collaborated frequently. This particular piece is a fine example of the period's interest in complex, allegorical narratives presented through highly controlled, linear engraving techniques. The print offers a glimpse into the intellectual climate of the era, where classical motifs were frequently adapted to serve contemporary moral discourse. The stark contrast between the white paper and the dark, etched lines provides clarity to the complex arrangement of limbs and drapery, ensuring the viewer can trace the frantic movement within the frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/judith-and-holofernes-johann-theodor-de-bry\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eJudith and Holofernes - Johann Theodor de Bry — Johann Theodor de Bry\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/bear-hunt-with-lobster-quail-weasel-and-fish-adriaen-collaert\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eBear Hunt, with Lobster, Quail, Weasel, and Fish - Adriaen Collaert — Adriaen Collaert\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Dirck Volckertszoon Coornhert","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58526897013071,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58526947934543,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58526947967311,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58526948000079,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58526948032847,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58526948065615,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58526948098383,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58526948131151,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58526948163919,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58526948196687,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58526948229455,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58526948262223,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Liefde-en-Kennis-gaan-samen-met-de-wereld-ten-gronde_Poster_CompositorV1_1786493653434.jpg?v=1787233427"},{"product_id":"wijn-verstoort-de-zintuigen-en-veroorzaakt-geheugenverlies-dirck-volckertsz-coornhert","title":"Wijn verstoort de zintuigen en veroorzaakt geheugenverlies - Dirck Volckertsz. Coornhert","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed sixteenth-century Dutch engraving by Dirck Volckertsz. Coornhert, depicting an allegorical warning against the moral consequences of intoxication.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Dirck Volckertsz. Coornhert presents a complex allegorical scene concerning the moral dangers of intoxication. The title, translating to 'Wine disturbs the senses and causes memory loss', provides the thematic framework for the composition. Coornhert, a significant figure in the Dutch Renaissance, utilised the medium of engraving to disseminate philosophical and moralising messages to a wider audience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe visual narrative features a central male figure, often interpreted as a personification of Bacchus or a figure representing the loss of reason, wielding a sword. He stands over a chaotic scene where figures are depicted in states of disarray. To the right, a blindfolded woman reclines, suggesting the loss of judgement and clarity. The overturned table and scattered objects, including books and vessels, serve as symbols of intellectual and social collapse. The anatomical treatment of the figures, with their elongated proportions and muscular tension, aligns with the Mannerist style prevalent in the mid-sixteenth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCoornhert employs a rigorous cross-hatching technique to define form and shadow, creating a sense of volume within the figures and the surrounding architectural elements. The background, featuring distant ruins, adds a layer of classical allusion, grounding the moral warning in a timeless, historical context. The print functions as a visual sermon, warning the viewer against the abandonment of temperance. By juxtaposing the active, aggressive figure with the passive, blinded figures, the artist creates a dynamic tension that draws the eye across the frame. This work reflects the intellectual climate of the Netherlands during the sixteenth century, where humanist concerns and moral instruction were frequently explored through print media.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/the-cordons-of-saint-francis-agostino-carracci\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Cordons of Saint Francis - Agostino Carracci — Agostino Carracci\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/hoer-die-een-nar-afranselt-a-prostitute-beating-a-fool-johann-theodor-de-bry\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eHoer die een nar afranselt (A Prostitute Beating a Fool) - Johann Theodor de Bry — Johann Theodor de Bry\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Dirck Volckertszoon Coornhert","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58526982734159,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58527049908559,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58527049941327,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58527049974095,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58527050006863,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58527050039631,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58527050072399,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58527050105167,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58527050137935,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58527050170703,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58527050203471,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58527050236239,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Wijn-verstoort-de-zintuigen-en-veroorzaakt-geheugenverlies_Poster_CompositorV1_1786494522738.jpg?v=1787234303"},{"product_id":"de-deugdzame-vrouw-spint-dirck-volckertsz-coornhert","title":"De Deugdzame vrouw spint - Dirck Volckertsz. Coornhert","description":"\u003cp\u003eA 1555 engraving by Dirck Volckertsz. Coornhert depicting women engaged in spinning, a traditional allegory of virtue and industry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving, dated 1555, depicts a domestic scene centred on the act of spinning, a traditional symbol of feminine virtue and industry in Northern Renaissance art. Dirck Volckertsz. Coornhert, a Dutch polymath and engraver, presents a group of women engaged in various stages of textile production. The central figure sits with a distaff and spindle, her posture composed and focused, while others operate a spinning wheel or attend to related tasks. The composition is structured to emphasise the collective nature of this labour, with figures arranged in a shallow, stage-like space that allows for clear observation of their movements and tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe print reflects the moralising tone common in sixteenth-century Dutch art, where daily activities were frequently used to convey didactic messages about character and social duty. The inclusion of text at the bottom provides a scriptural or moral context, linking the scene to the idealised portrait of the virtuous woman found in the Book of Proverbs. The technical execution demonstrates the precision characteristic of Coornhert's work, with fine hatching used to model the folds of the garments and the textures of the wool and wooden equipment. The lighting is even, casting soft shadows that define the forms without creating dramatic contrast. This work offers a glimpse into the domestic life of the period, elevated by its allegorical intent and careful attention to the tools of the trade. It is a document of both historical textile practices and the cultural values of the Dutch Renaissance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/the-cordons-of-saint-francis-agostino-carracci\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Cordons of Saint Francis - Agostino Carracci — Agostino Carracci\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/hoer-die-een-nar-afranselt-a-prostitute-beating-a-fool-johann-theodor-de-bry\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eHoer die een nar afranselt (A Prostitute Beating a Fool) - Johann Theodor de Bry — Johann Theodor de Bry\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Dirck Volckertszoon Coornhert","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58527036309839,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58527065932111,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58527065964879,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58527065997647,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58527066030415,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58527066063183,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58527066095951,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58527066128719,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58527066161487,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58527066194255,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58527066227023,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58527066259791,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/De-Deugdzame-vrouw-spint_Poster_CompositorV1_1786495239660.jpg?v=1787234678"},{"product_id":"the-sack-of-rome-1527-dirck-volckertsz-coornhert","title":"The Sack of Rome, 1527 - Dirck Volckertsz. 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The Latin inscription at the base, 'BORBONE OCCISO, ROMANA IN MOENIA MILES CAESAREVS RVIT, ET MISERANDAM DIRIPIT VRBEM', translates to 'With Bourbon killed, the imperial soldier rushes into the Roman walls and plunders the wretched city', referencing the death of Charles III, Duke of Bourbon, during the siege.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCoornhert employs a rigorous linear technique, typical of the mid-sixteenth-century Dutch printmaking tradition. The cross-hatching creates depth and texture, particularly in the rendering of armour and the billowing smoke. The perspective is slightly compressed, forcing the viewer to engage with the immediate action of the soldier in the foreground while simultaneously observing the broader destruction of the city. The work reflects the period's fascination with classical history and the dramatic representation of military conflict. As a printmaker, Coornhert was known for his technical precision and his ability to translate complex historical narratives into accessible visual formats. This piece is a clear example of the Northern European interest in Italian subject matter, filtered through the stylistic conventions of the Dutch school. The attention to detail, from the weaponry to the architectural ruins, provides a window into how sixteenth-century artists interpreted the political instability of their era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/portrait-of-charles-i-of-england-anthony-van-dyck\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortrait of Charles I of England - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/apotheosis-of-hercules-giovanni-domenico-tiepolo\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eApotheosis of Hercules - Giovanni Domenico Tiepolo — Giovanni Domenico Tiepolo\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Dirck Volckertszoon Coornhert","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58527113478479,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58527152800079,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58527152832847,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58527152865615,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58527152898383,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58527152931151,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58527152963919,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58527152996687,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58527153029455,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58527153062223,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58527153094991,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58527153127759,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Sack-of-Rome-1527_Poster_CompositorV1_1786496420797.jpg?v=1787235235"},{"product_id":"the-surrender-of-the-elector-of-saxony-at-the-battle-of-muhlberg-dirck-volckertsz-coornhert","title":"The Surrender of the Elector of Saxony at the Battle of Mühlberg - Dirck Volckertsz. Coornhert","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed 1547 engraving by Dirck Volckertsz. Coornhert depicting the surrender of the Elector of Saxony to Emperor Charles V.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving depicts the surrender of John Frederick I, Elector of Saxony, following his defeat at the Battle of Mühlberg in 1547. The work is based on a design by the painter Maarten van Heemskerck, whose influence is evident in the muscular figures and the dramatic, theatrical staging of the scene. The composition places the victorious Holy Roman Emperor, Charles V, on horseback, surrounded by his retinue, while the defeated Elector approaches on foot, his posture conveying the gravity of his situation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCoornhert employs a precise, linear technique characteristic of mid-sixteenth-century Dutch printmaking. The hatching and cross-hatching define the textures of the armour, the horses' trappings, and the surrounding foliage. The background features a distant view of the battlefield, with smoke rising from the conflict, providing a sense of scale and historical context. The Latin inscription at the base of the print serves to identify the figures and the nature of the event, documenting the political shift that followed the Schmalkaldic War.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a printmaker, Coornhert was instrumental in disseminating the stylistic innovations of the Italianate Dutch masters. This work demonstrates the technical rigour required to translate complex painterly compositions into the medium of engraving. The attention to detail, from the ornate metalwork on the horses to the expressions of the soldiers, reflects the period's interest in both historical documentation and the display of artistic skill. The print remains a valuable record of sixteenth-century military history and the visual language of the Northern Renaissance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/the-cordons-of-saint-francis-agostino-carracci\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Cordons of Saint Francis - Agostino Carracci — Agostino Carracci\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/hoer-die-een-nar-afranselt-a-prostitute-beating-a-fool-johann-theodor-de-bry\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eHoer die een nar afranselt (A Prostitute Beating a Fool) - Johann Theodor de Bry — Johann Theodor de Bry\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Dirck Volckertszoon Coornhert","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58527117934927,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58527146443087,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58527146475855,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58527146508623,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58527146541391,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58527146574159,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58527146606927,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58527146639695,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58527146672463,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58527146705231,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58527146737999,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58527146770767,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Surrender-of-the-Elector-of-Saxony-at-the-Battle-of-M-hlberg_Poster_CompositorV1_1786495511160.jpg?v=1787235282"},{"product_id":"willem-ii-van-gelre-onderwerpt-zich-aan-het-gezag-van-keizer-karel-v-dirck-volckertsz-coornhert","title":"Willem II van Gelre onderwerpt zich aan het gezag van keizer Karel V - Dirck Volckertsz. 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The composition is structured to draw the eye toward the central interaction between the two rulers, while the background provides a glimpse into the military encampment, complete with tents and banners. The Latin inscription at the base provides context for the event, documenting the formal transfer of power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a prominent figure in the Dutch Renaissance, Coornhert was known for his technical skill in printmaking, often collaborating with other artists of the period. This work reflects the stylistic conventions of mid-sixteenth-century Northern European printmaking, where attention to detail and the dramatic staging of historical events were highly valued. The print offers a window into the power dynamics of the Habsburg Empire, presenting a narrative of authority and submission through precise line work and balanced composition. The inclusion of the imperial orb and the heraldic shields reinforces the political weight of the encounter, making this a significant piece for those interested in European history and the development of print media during the Renaissance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/portrait-of-charles-i-of-england-anthony-van-dyck\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortrait of Charles I of England - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/keizer-karel-v-ontvangt-de-sleutels-van-de-poorten-en-de-roede-van-justitie-van-utrecht-jacobus-buys\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eKeizer Karel V ontvangt de sleutels van de poorten en de roede van justitie van Utrecht - Jacobus Buys — Jacobus Buys\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Dirck Volckertszoon Coornhert","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58527147000143,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58527159157071,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58527159189839,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58527159222607,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58527159255375,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58527159288143,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58527159320911,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58527159353679,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58527159386447,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58527159419215,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58527159451983,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58527159484751,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Willem-II-van-Gelre-onderwerpt-zich-aan-het-gezag-van-keizer-Karel-V_Poster_CompositorV1_1786496816855.jpg?v=1787235807"},{"product_id":"keizerlijk-kamp-te-ingolstadt-dirck-volckertsz-coornhert","title":"Keizerlijk kamp te Ingolstadt - Dirck Volckertsz. 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The foreground is occupied by figures in contemporary military attire, their postures conveying a sense of disciplined readiness. The background provides a panoramic view of the encampment, with rows of tents stretching towards the horizon, illustrating the scale of the military operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLatin text is inscribed at the base of the print, providing context for the historical event depicted. This work functions as a visual record of the conflict, documenting the appearance of military camps and the equipment used during the mid-16th century. The use of hatching and cross-hatching creates a sense of volume and depth, allowing the viewer to distinguish between the foreground figures and the sprawling camp behind them. As a historical document, the print offers insight into the visual culture of the period, where military campaigns were frequently recorded through the medium of engraving. The attention to detail, from the heraldic motifs on the horse's trappings to the architectural elements of the distant town, reflects the meticulous approach of the artist to historical narrative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/portrait-of-charles-i-of-england-anthony-van-dyck\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortrait of Charles I of England - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/apotheosis-of-hercules-giovanni-domenico-tiepolo\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eApotheosis of Hercules - Giovanni Domenico Tiepolo — Giovanni Domenico Tiepolo\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Dirck Volckertszoon Coornhert","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58527167349071,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58527196479823,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58527196512591,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58527196545359,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58527196578127,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58527196610895,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58527196643663,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58527196676431,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58527196709199,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58527196741967,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58527196774735,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58527196807503,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Keizerlijk-kamp-te-Ingolstadt_Poster_CompositorV1_1786497037442.jpg?v=1787236438"},{"product_id":"overgave-van-de-landgraaf-van-hessen-dirck-volckertsz-coornhert","title":"Overgave van de landgraaf van Hessen - Dirck Volckertsz. Coornhert","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed 1547 etching by Dirck Volckertsz. Coornhert depicting the formal surrender of the Landgrave of Hesse to Emperor Charles V.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching, produced by Dirck Volckertsz. Coornhert after a design by Maarten van Heemskerck, depicts the submission of Philip I, Landgrave of Hesse, to Emperor Charles V following the Schmalkaldic War. The composition follows the conventions of sixteenth-century historical printmaking, placing the Emperor on a raised dais under a canopy, a visual device used to communicate authority and imperial power. The Landgrave is shown kneeling before the throne, a gesture of total capitulation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCoornhert employs a precise engraving technique to render the textures of the figures' garments, from the heavy velvet robes of the ecclesiastical figures on the left to the ornate armour worn by the courtiers on the right. The background is kept relatively shallow, focusing the viewer on the central interaction between the two primary figures. The inclusion of Latin text at the base of the print provides a contemporary commentary on the event, framing the surrender as a moment of political transformation within the Holy Roman Empire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaarten van Heemskerck, credited as the inventor of the scene, was a significant figure in the dissemination of Italianate styles within the Netherlands. His influence is visible in the structured, theatrical arrangement of the figures and the classical architectural elements framing the scene. This print serves as a record of the political tensions of the mid-sixteenth century, capturing the formalised nature of imperial diplomacy. The work demonstrates the technical skill of Coornhert, who was instrumental in the development of print culture in the Low Countries during this period. The clarity of the line work and the balanced distribution of figures across the frame reflect the aesthetic priorities of the era, where historical narrative was often conveyed through highly controlled, symbolic imagery.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dirck Volckertszoon Coornhert","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58527176130895,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58527216369999,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58527216402767,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58527216435535,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58527216468303,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58527216501071,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58527216533839,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58527216566607,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58527216599375,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58527216632143,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58527216664911,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58527216697679,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Overgave-van-de-landgraaf-van-Hessen_Poster_CompositorV1_1786497870618.jpg?v=1787236748"},{"product_id":"daniel-judging-the-elders-dirck-volckertsz-coornhert","title":"Daniel Judging the Elders - Dirck Volckertsz. 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His technical approach to the copper plate is characterised by precise, rhythmic hatching and cross-hatching, which define the musculature of the figures and the architectural space. The foreground features a seated, bound elder, his posture conveying defeat and resignation, while the background architecture provides a sense of depth and enclosure. The interplay of light and shadow across the drapery folds demonstrates the artist's command of the burin. This work is typical of the period's interest in moralising narratives, where the triumph of wisdom over corruption is presented through a formal, theatrical arrangement of figures. The print serves as an example of the high level of craftsmanship found in Dutch printmaking workshops of the era, where biblical themes were frequently translated into visual media for a learned audience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/the-cordons-of-saint-francis-agostino-carracci\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Cordons of Saint Francis - Agostino Carracci — Agostino Carracci\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/hoer-die-een-nar-afranselt-a-prostitute-beating-a-fool-johann-theodor-de-bry\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eHoer die een nar afranselt (A Prostitute Beating a Fool) - Johann Theodor de Bry — Johann Theodor de Bry\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Dirck Volckertszoon Coornhert","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58527185830223,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58527269978447,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58527270011215,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58527270043983,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58527270076751,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58527270109519,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58527270142287,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58527270175055,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58527270207823,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58527270240591,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58527270273359,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58527270306127,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Daniel-Judging-the-Elders_Poster_CompositorV1_1786498722110.jpg?v=1787236850"},{"product_id":"feeding-the-hungry-dirck-volckertsz-coornhert","title":"Feeding the Hungry - Dirck Volckertsz. Coornhert","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed sixteenth-century engraving by Dirck Volckertsz. Coornhert depicting the biblical act of feeding the hungry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving, titled Hongerigen spijzigen, depicts the biblical act of feeding the hungry, one of the Seven Works of Mercy. Dirck Volckertsz. Coornhert, a Dutch engraver and humanist, demonstrates his technical proficiency through the use of precise, rhythmic hatching to define form and shadow. The composition is structured within a classical architectural setting, featuring a large archway that frames the central figures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the foreground, a central figure distributes bread to those in need, including a kneeling man and a woman with a child. The figures are rendered with a focus on anatomical detail, reflecting the influence of Italian Mannerism on Northern European printmakers of the sixteenth century. The background reveals a secondary scene of charitable activity, providing depth to the narrative. The inscription at the base, 'Ic beh honger gehadt, ghi hebt mi ghesspyst', translates to 'I have been hungry, and you have fed me', referencing Matthew 25:35.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCoornhert was a significant figure in the Dutch intellectual sphere, and his prints often carried moral or didactic weight. This work is part of a series illustrating the Works of Mercy, a common theme in Christian art intended to encourage virtuous behaviour. The print is characterised by its clean line work and balanced distribution of light, which directs the viewer's attention to the act of charity occurring in the centre of the frame. The architectural elements, such as the barrel vault and the distant city structures, provide a sense of scale and historical context to the scene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/the-cordons-of-saint-francis-agostino-carracci\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Cordons of Saint Francis - Agostino Carracci — Agostino Carracci\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/hoer-die-een-nar-afranselt-a-prostitute-beating-a-fool-johann-theodor-de-bry\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eHoer die een nar afranselt (A Prostitute Beating a Fool) - Johann Theodor de Bry — Johann Theodor de Bry\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Dirck Volckertszoon Coornhert","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58527278235983,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58527282561359,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58527282594127,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58527282626895,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58527282659663,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58527282692431,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58527282725199,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58527282757967,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58527282790735,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58527282823503,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58527282856271,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58527282889039,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Feeding-the-Hungry_Poster_CompositorV1_1786498962294.jpg?v=1787237581"},{"product_id":"visioen-van-de-rijke-man-in-de-hel-dirck-volckertsz-coornhert","title":"Visioen van de rijke man in de hel - Dirck Volckertsz. 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The flames and the gaping maw of the beast on the right provide a sense of chaotic movement, contrasting with the relative stillness of the divine figure above. The artist employs varied line weights to create volume and texture, from the soft, rounded forms of the clouds to the sharp, aggressive contours of the demons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCoornhert, who was also a writer and philosopher, often engaged with moral and theological themes in his work. This print functions as a visual sermon, warning against the perils of greed and the neglect of the poor. The inclusion of the artist's signature and the date on the vessel in the foreground confirms its provenance within the prolific collaboration between Coornhert and Van Heemskerck. The work remains a fine example of the didactic nature of Northern Renaissance printmaking, where complex theological narratives were translated into accessible, highly detailed visual media for a wider audience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/allegorical-winged-female-figure-albrecht-altdorfer\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eAllegorical Winged Female Figure - Albrecht Altdorfer — Albrecht Altdorfer\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/hoer-die-een-nar-afranselt-a-prostitute-beating-a-fool-johann-theodor-de-bry\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eHoer die een nar afranselt (A Prostitute Beating a Fool) - Johann Theodor de Bry — Johann Theodor de Bry\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Dirck Volckertszoon Coornhert","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58527341576527,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58527371821391,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58527371854159,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58527371886927,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58527371919695,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58527371952463,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58527371985231,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58527372017999,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58527372050767,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58527372083535,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58527372116303,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58527372149071,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Visioen-van-de-rijke-man-in-de-hel_Poster_CompositorV1_1786499907621.jpg?v=1787238007"},{"product_id":"eerste-voorwendsel-de-nieuwe-akker-dirck-volckertsz-coornhert","title":"Eerste voorwendsel: de nieuwe akker - Dirck Volckertsz. Coornhert","description":"\u003cp\u003eA 16th-century Dutch engraving depicting a scene from the Parable of the Great Banquet, based on a design by Maarten van Heemskerck.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving, titled Eerste voorwendsel: de nieuwe akker, is a work by the Dutch humanist, engraver, and poet Dirck Volckertsz. Coornhert. The composition is based on a design by Maarten van Heemskerck, a prominent figure in the Northern Renaissance. The scene depicts a biblical parable, specifically the Parable of the Great Banquet from the Gospel of Luke, where a guest declines an invitation by claiming he has purchased a field and must inspect it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe print displays the technical precision characteristic of 16th-century Dutch engraving. Two figures dominate the foreground: one dressed in elaborate, flowing robes and the other in more rugged, practical attire. They stand before a fortified gate, with a rural settlement and agricultural activity visible in the background. The artist employs a dense network of cross-hatching to define the textures of the stone walls, the folds of the garments, and the undulating terrain. The perspective is constructed to guide the eye from the foreground interaction toward the distant, detailed village architecture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCoornhert was known for his intellectual engagement with moral and religious themes. This work functions as a visual interpretation of human excuses and worldly distractions. The Latin inscription at the base, 'Villam emi et necesse habeo exire et videre illam, rogo te: habe me excusatum', translates to 'I have bought a field, and I must needs go and see it: I pray thee have me excused'. The print reflects the period's interest in combining classical artistic techniques with didactic storytelling. The work is a fine example of the collaborative nature of print production in the Netherlands during this era, where the roles of the inventor, the engraver, and the publisher were distinct.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/allegorical-winged-female-figure-albrecht-altdorfer\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eAllegorical Winged Female Figure - Albrecht Altdorfer — Albrecht Altdorfer\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/hoer-die-een-nar-afranselt-a-prostitute-beating-a-fool-johann-theodor-de-bry\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eHoer die een nar afranselt (A Prostitute Beating a Fool) - Johann Theodor de Bry — Johann Theodor de Bry\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Dirck Volckertszoon Coornhert","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58527361139023,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58527383945551,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58527383978319,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58527384011087,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58527384043855,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58527384076623,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58527384109391,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58527384142159,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58527384174927,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58527384207695,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58527384240463,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58527384273231,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Eerste-voorwendsel_-de-nieuwe-akker_Poster_CompositorV1_1786500687033.jpg?v=1787238105"},{"product_id":"straf-van-de-ondankbare-knecht-dirck-volckertsz-coornhert","title":"Straf van de ondankbare knecht - Dirck Volckertsz. Coornhert","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed 16th-century engraving by Dirck Volckertsz. Coornhert illustrating the biblical parable of the unmerciful servant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Dirck Volckertsz. Coornhert depicts the biblical parable of the unmerciful servant, as recorded in the Gospel of Matthew. The scene captures the moment the servant is handed over to the torturers after failing to show mercy to his fellow servant, despite having his own debt forgiven by his master. Coornhert, a significant figure in the Dutch Renaissance, demonstrates his technical proficiency through the use of precise, rhythmic hatching to define form and shadow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is structured to guide the viewer through the narrative. In the background, the master stands with his attendants, gesturing towards the foreground where the central action occurs. The servant is shown bound, being led into a dark, arched prison entrance by two figures. The architectural elements, including the stone masonry and the distant classical structures, reflect the influence of Italian Mannerism on Northern European printmaking during the mid-sixteenth century. The figures are rendered with a focus on anatomical detail and dramatic posture, typical of the period's interest in human expression and moral storytelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a printmaker and publisher, Coornhert played a role in the dissemination of visual narratives across Europe. This work, published by Philips Galle, exemplifies the collaborative nature of the print trade in the Netherlands. The clarity of the line work allows for a clear reading of the moral lesson, which was a common objective for religious imagery of the era. The print serves as a record of the period's stylistic transition, blending Northern attention to detail with the structural sensibilities of the Southern Renaissance. The monochromatic palette focuses the viewer on the tension of the scene, emphasising the gravity of the servant's predicament through stark contrasts and controlled linework.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/allegorical-winged-female-figure-albrecht-altdorfer\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eAllegorical Winged Female Figure - Albrecht Altdorfer — Albrecht Altdorfer\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/the-entombment-marcantonio-raimondi\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Entombment - Marcantonio Raimondi — Marcantonio Raimondi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Dirck Volckertszoon Coornhert","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58527386894671,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58527399313743,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58527399346511,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58527399379279,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58527399412047,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58527399444815,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58527399477583,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58527399510351,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58527399543119,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58527399575887,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58527399608655,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58527399641423,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Straf-van-de-ondankbare-knecht_Poster_CompositorV1_1786500896785.jpg?v=1787238633"},{"product_id":"the-good-samaritan-tending-the-wounds-dirck-volckertsz-coornhert","title":"The Good Samaritan Tending the Wounds - Dirck Volckertsz. 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The setting includes a gnarled tree and a distant, sketchily rendered cityscape, which adds a sense of place to the biblical account. The horse, standing patiently beside the Samaritan, serves as a compositional anchor, balancing the weight of the figures in the foreground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCoornhert was a significant figure in the Dutch intellectual and artistic sphere, known for his work as an engraver, writer, and philosopher. His technical skill in engraving allowed for the clear articulation of form and texture, from the folds of the garments to the musculature of the central figures. The print demonstrates the high level of craftsmanship present in 16th-century Dutch printmaking, where the collaboration between designers and engravers was common practice. 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The Samaritan is shown with a rugged, bearded appearance, contrasting with the more refined posture of the innkeeper. A horse stands to the left, adding a sense of travel and movement to the scene. In the lower right, a barrel serves as a grounding element, directing the viewer's eye toward the transaction taking place. The architectural details of the inn provide a sense of place, while the figures in the background maintain the continuity of the narrative sequence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCoornhert was not only an engraver but also a writer, philosopher, and theologian. His work often reflects his interest in moral and ethical themes. This print demonstrates his ability to translate complex human interactions into a clear, visual medium. The attention to detail in the drapery and the expressive faces of the subjects reflects the influence of Italian Mannerism, which was circulating through Northern Europe at the time. This piece offers a glimpse into the technical skill and thematic concerns of Dutch printmakers during the mid-to-late sixteenth century, providing a clear example of how biblical stories were interpreted and disseminated through the medium of engraving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/allegorical-winged-female-figure-albrecht-altdorfer\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eAllegorical Winged Female Figure - Albrecht Altdorfer — Albrecht Altdorfer\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/the-entombment-marcantonio-raimondi\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Entombment - Marcantonio Raimondi — Marcantonio Raimondi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Dirck Volckertszoon Coornhert","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58527393382735,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58527407341903,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58527407374671,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58527407407439,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58527407440207,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58527407472975,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58527407505743,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58527407538511,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58527407571279,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58527407604047,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58527407636815,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58527407669583,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Good-Samaritan-Paying-the-Innkeeper_Poster_CompositorV1_1786501580914.jpg?v=1787238960"},{"product_id":"tobits-blindness-dirck-volckertsz-coornhert","title":"Tobit's Blindness - Dirck Volckertsz. Coornhert","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed sixteenth-century etching by Dirck Volckertsz. Coornhert depicting the biblical figure of Tobit in a moment of quiet reflection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Dirck Volckertsz. Coornhert depicts the biblical narrative of Tobit, a figure from the Book of Tobit who suffers from sudden blindness. The composition focuses on the elderly man, seated in a state of weary resignation, his hand resting against his head. The surrounding environment is rendered with architectural precision, featuring a stone wall and a distant view of a courtyard where a woman works at a spinning wheel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCoornhert, a Dutch humanist, engraver, and writer, utilised a precise linear technique characteristic of the mid-sixteenth-century Northern Renaissance. The work demonstrates a mastery of cross-hatching to define form and shadow, particularly in the folds of Tobit's robes and the textured masonry of the background. The inclusion of small details, such as the birds perched on the rafters and the basket of wool, adds a layer of domestic realism to the religious subject.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe perspective is constructed to guide the eye from the foreground figure toward the secondary scene in the background, creating a sense of spatial depth. The artist balances the heavy, sombre mood of the primary subject with the activity occurring in the distance. This print reflects the period's interest in moralising narratives and the technical development of printmaking in the Netherlands. The clarity of the lines and the deliberate arrangement of the scene show the influence of contemporary Italian printmakers, which Coornhert integrated into his own distinct style. This piece remains a clear example of the technical skill required for sixteenth-century etching, where every mark serves to build the volume and atmosphere of the scene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/portrait-of-charles-i-of-england-anthony-van-dyck\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortrait of Charles I of England - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/apotheosis-of-hercules-giovanni-domenico-tiepolo\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eApotheosis of Hercules - Giovanni Domenico Tiepolo — Giovanni Domenico Tiepolo\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Dirck Volckertszoon Coornhert","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58527419236687,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58527445156175,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58527445188943,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58527445221711,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58527445254479,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58527445287247,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58527445320015,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58527445352783,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58527445385551,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58527445418319,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58527445451087,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58527445483855,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Tobit-s-Blindness_Poster_CompositorV1_1786502293418.jpg?v=1787239772"},{"product_id":"the-prodigal-son-squandering-his-inheritance-dirck-volckertsz-coornhert","title":"The Prodigal Son Squandering His Inheritance - Dirck Volckertsz. 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The foreground includes a table with fruit and a decorative vessel, while the background reveals a glimpse of a distant landscape through an archway, where a smaller figure is visible, perhaps hinting at the eventual consequences of these actions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCoornhert employs a dense hatching technique to define the figures and the architectural space. The musculature of the figures and the folds of their garments are rendered with precision, typical of the mid-sixteenth-century Northern European printmaking tradition. The work functions as a visual sermon, warning against the dangers of gluttony and moral laxity. The artist's background as a writer and philosopher informs the didactic nature of the image, which prioritises the narrative clarity of the parable over naturalistic proportion. The use of light and shadow creates a sense of theatricality, drawing the viewer into the interior space where the scene unfolds. This print is part of a series exploring the life of the Prodigal Son, a popular subject for moralising art in the Netherlands during this period. The attention to detail in the clothing and the expressive gestures of the participants provide insight into the social and cultural values of the sixteenth-century Dutch Republic.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dirck Volckertszoon Coornhert","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58527462129999,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58527506432335,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58527506465103,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58527506497871,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58527506530639,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58527506563407,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58527506596175,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58527506628943,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58527506661711,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58527506694479,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58527506727247,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58527506760015,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Prodigal-Son-Squandering-His-Inheritance_Poster_CompositorV1_1786502658618.jpg?v=1787240535"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.co.uk\/collections\/dirck-volckertszoon-coornhert.oembed","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}