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This inclusion references Silvestre's professional identity as a recorder of urban architecture and topography. The surrounding area of the cartouche is decorated with drafting tools, including a compass and a set square, which further identify the subject's vocation. The work is based on a painting by Charles Le Brun, as indicated by the inscription 'C. le Brun Pinx'.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGérard Edelinck was a highly skilled engraver who moved from Antwerp to Paris, where he became a member of the Académie Royale de Peinture et de Sculpture. His technical mastery of line and tone allowed him to translate the painterly qualities of Le Brun's work into the medium of print. The monochrome palette, rendered here in a warm sepia tone, provides a clear view of the cross-hatching techniques employed to create depth and shadow. This print offers a window into the professional circles of the French court during the reign of Louis XIV, documenting the appearance of a man who was instrumental in documenting the architectural transformation of Paris.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gérard Edelinck","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58370086109519,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58370213839183,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58370213871951,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58370213904719,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58370213937487,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58370213970255,"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":58370214003023,"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":58370214035791,"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":58370214068559,"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":58370214101327,"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":58370214134095,"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":58370214166863,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Portrait-of-Isra-l-Silvestre_Poster_CompositorV1_1785691501842.jpg?v=1785693474"},{"product_id":"the-family-of-darius-at-the-feet-of-alexander-gerard-edelinck","title":"The Family of Darius at the Feet of Alexander - Gérard Edelinck","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century engraving by Gérard Edelinck, depicting the historical encounter between Alexander the Great and the family of Darius III.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Gérard Edelinck depicts the historical encounter between Alexander the Great and the family of the defeated Persian King, Darius III. The composition is based on the painting by Charles Le Brun, which was commissioned by Louis XIV. The scene captures the moment the royal women mistake Hephaestion for Alexander, leading to the latter's gracious intervention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEdelinck, a master of the burin, employs a sophisticated range of tonal values to translate the painterly qualities of the original work into a monochromatic medium. The figures are arranged in a theatrical manner, typical of the period, with the tent of Darius providing a structured backdrop. The interplay of light and shadow defines the drapery of the garments and the metallic sheen of the armour worn by Alexander and his companion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the foreground, the kneeling figures of the Persian royal family express a mixture of grief and supplication. Alexander stands to the right, his posture conveying authority and restraint. The surrounding trees frame the action, drawing the eye toward the centre of the interaction. The inclusion of Latin and French inscriptions at the base provides context for the moral lesson of the scene, which focuses on the virtue of self-conquest and magnanimity in victory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis print demonstrates the technical precision required for large-scale reproductive engraving in the seventeenth century. Edelinck manages to maintain clarity across a crowded composition, ensuring that each individual expression remains legible. The work serves as a record of the aesthetic values favoured at the French court, where history painting functioned as a vehicle for political and moral messaging. The balance between the architectural elements of the tent and the organic forms of the figures creates a sense of order, reflecting the classical ideals that informed the artistic production of the 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-martin-ryckaert-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 Martin Ryckaert - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/self-portrait-as-the-allegory-of-painting-artemisia-gentileschi\" 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;\"\u003eSelf-Portrait as the Allegory of Painting - Artemisia Gentileschi — Artemisia Gentileschi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gérard Edelinck","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58435356492111,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58435367502159,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58435367534927,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58435367567695,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58435367600463,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58435367633231,"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":58435367665999,"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":58435367698767,"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":58435367731535,"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":58435367764303,"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":58435367797071,"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":58435367829839,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Family-of-Darius-at-the-Feet-of-Alexander_Poster_CompositorV1_1786202428047.jpg?v=1786324136"},{"product_id":"the-battle-of-anghiari-gerard-edelinck","title":"The Battle of Anghiari - Gérard Edelinck","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed engraving by Gérard Edelinck reproducing the central combat scene from Leonardo da Vinci's lost mural, The Battle of Anghiari.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Gérard Edelinck reproduces the central combat scene from Leonardo da Vinci's lost mural, The Battle of Anghiari. Originally commissioned for the Salone dei Cinquecento in the Palazzo Vecchio, Florence, Leonardo's work was never completed and eventually disappeared. Edelinck, a Flemish engraver working in France, utilised the surviving preparatory drawings and copies to reconstruct this dynamic composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe print captures the ferocity of the conflict through the contorted expressions of the soldiers and the muscular tension of the horses. Edelinck employs a precise system of hatching and cross-hatching to translate the tonal depth of the original design into a monochromatic medium. The composition focuses on the struggle for the standard, a moment of high kinetic energy that defines the chaotic nature of the skirmish. The figures are rendered with anatomical accuracy, reflecting the influence of High Renaissance studies on the human form in motion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEdelinck was a master of the burin, and his technical skill allows for a clear distinction between the textures of armour, fabric, and animal hide. By translating a lost masterpiece into print, Edelinck ensured that the visual ideas of Leonardo remained accessible to artists and collectors across Europe. The print serves as a record of a significant moment in art history, documenting a composition that would otherwise be known only through fragmented sketches. This museum-grade reproduction maintains the clarity of Edelinck's original lines, offering a view into the technical rigour of seventeenth-century printmaking.\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-martin-ryckaert-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 Martin Ryckaert - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/self-portrait-as-the-allegory-of-painting-artemisia-gentileschi\" 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;\"\u003eSelf-Portrait as the Allegory of Painting - Artemisia Gentileschi — Artemisia Gentileschi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gérard Edelinck","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58435357606223,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58435373072719,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58435373105487,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58435373138255,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58435373171023,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58435373203791,"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":58435373236559,"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":58435373269327,"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":58435373302095,"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":58435373334863,"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":58435373367631,"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":58435373400399,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Battle-of-Anghiari_Poster_CompositorV1_1786202648964.jpg?v=1786324212"},{"product_id":"charles-gobinet-gerard-edelinck","title":"Charles Gobinet - Gérard Edelinck","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century engraving by Gérard Edelinck, depicting the scholar Charles Gobinet in a formal portrait.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Gérard Edelinck depicts Charles Gobinet, a notable figure associated with the Sorbonne. Edelinck, a Flemish engraver who spent much of his career in Paris, was highly regarded for his technical precision and his ability to translate the nuances of oil painting into the medium of copperplate engraving. This work is based on a painting by Nicolas de Largillière, a contemporary portraitist known for his command of texture and light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe portrait is presented within an oval frame, a common convention for seventeenth-century commemorative prints. Gobinet is shown in clerical attire, his expression captured with a sense of gravity and intellectual focus. Edelinck employs a sophisticated system of hatching and cross-hatching to model the subject's features and the folds of his robes. The background remains neutral, ensuring the viewer's attention stays on the sitter's face. Below the portrait, a plinth features Latin text, which provides biographical details and honours the subject's academic contributions. The precision of the line work, particularly in the rendering of the hair and the fabric of the collar, demonstrates the high level of craftsmanship that defined Edelinck's output during his tenure in the French court.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis print serves as an example of the collaborative relationship between painters and engravers during the late seventeenth century. By reproducing Largillière's original composition, Edelinck allowed the image of Gobinet to circulate more widely among the academic and ecclesiastical circles of the era. The work remains a clear record of both the sitter's appearance and the technical standards of the period's printmaking industry.\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-martin-ryckaert-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 Martin Ryckaert - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/self-portrait-as-the-allegory-of-painting-artemisia-gentileschi\" 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;\"\u003eSelf-Portrait as the Allegory of Painting - Artemisia Gentileschi — Artemisia Gentileschi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gérard Edelinck","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58435358458191,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58435378348367,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58435378381135,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58435378413903,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58435378446671,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58435378479439,"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":58435378512207,"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":58435378544975,"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":58435378577743,"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":58435378610511,"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":58435378643279,"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":58435378676047,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Charles-Gobinet_Poster_CompositorV1_1786202801435.jpg?v=1786324278"},{"product_id":"portrait-of-madame-helyot-gerard-edelinck","title":"Portrait of Madame Helyot - Gérard Edelinck","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century engraving by Gérard Edelinck, depicting the contemplative portrait of Madame Helyot holding a crucifix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Gérard Edelinck depicts Madame Helyot, a figure associated with the religious devotion of the late seventeenth century. Edelinck, a Flemish engraver who spent much of his career in Paris, was highly regarded for his technical precision and his ability to translate the tonal qualities of oil paintings into the medium of copperplate engraving. This work is based on a painting by Louis Galliot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is framed within an oval, a common device in portraiture of the period, which focuses the viewer on the subject's expression and her interaction with the crucifix. Madame Helyot is shown in a contemplative state, her gaze directed upwards, clutching a cross to her chest. The drapery of her veil and garments is rendered with fine, controlled lines that suggest the weight and texture of the fabric. The surrounding frame includes symbolic elements, such as an anchor and religious iconography, which reinforce the theme of piety and mourning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEdelinck's mastery of the burin is evident in the subtle gradations of light and shadow across the subject's face and the folds of her clothing. The engraving captures a sense of stillness and solemnity, characteristic of the devotional portraiture popular in France during the reign of Louis XIV. The inscription at the base provides biographical details, noting her death in Paris on the 3rd of March 1682 at the age of thirty-seven. This print serves as a record of both the individual and the aesthetic conventions of the era, demonstrating the high level of craftsmanship expected of a royal engraver in the seventeenth century.\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-martin-ryckaert-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 Martin Ryckaert - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/self-portrait-as-the-allegory-of-painting-artemisia-gentileschi\" 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;\"\u003eSelf-Portrait as the Allegory of Painting - Artemisia Gentileschi — Artemisia Gentileschi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gérard Edelinck","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58435366551887,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58435381985615,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58435382018383,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58435382051151,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58435382083919,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58435382116687,"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":58435382149455,"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":58435382182223,"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":58435382214991,"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":58435382247759,"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":58435382280527,"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":58435382313295,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Portrait-of-Madame-Helyot_Poster_CompositorV1_1786203062986.jpg?v=1786324503"},{"product_id":"portrait-of-charles-perrault-gerard-edelinck","title":"Portrait of Charles Perrault - Gérard Edelinck","description":"\u003cp\u003eA refined seventeenth-century engraving by Gérard Edelinck, depicting the French author Charles Perrault in a formal, scholarly pose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Gérard Edelinck depicts Charles Perrault, the French author known for his collection of fairy tales. Edelinck, a Flemish engraver who spent much of his career in Paris, was highly regarded for his technical precision and his ability to translate the nuances of oil painting into the medium of copperplate engraving. This portrait captures the sitter in the formal attire of the late seventeenth century, complete with a voluminous periwig that frames his face.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition follows the conventions of aristocratic portraiture from the period. Perrault is shown in a three-quarter view, his hand resting upon a book, which serves as a nod to his literary contributions. The background features architectural elements, specifically a column, which adds a sense of gravity and structure to the scene. The drapery to the left provides a soft contrast to the rigid lines of the column and the books.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEdelinck employs a sophisticated system of hatching and cross-hatching to define the textures of the fabric, the curls of the wig, and the subtle modelling of the face. The light source appears to come from the upper left, casting gentle shadows that give the figure a three-dimensional presence. The work reflects the aesthetic values of the French court under Louis XIV, where clarity, order, and a sense of measured dignity were paramount. As a master of the burin, Edelinck ensures that every line serves a purpose, whether in the rendering of the skin or the heavy folds of the cloak. This print offers a glimpse into the intellectual milieu of the era, presenting a man of letters within a setting that suggests both status and scholarly pursuit.\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-martin-ryckaert-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 Martin Ryckaert - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/self-portrait-as-the-allegory-of-painting-artemisia-gentileschi\" 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;\"\u003eSelf-Portrait as the Allegory of Painting - Artemisia Gentileschi — Artemisia Gentileschi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gérard Edelinck","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58435389784399,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58435398107471,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58435398140239,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58435398173007,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58435398205775,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58435398238543,"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":58435398271311,"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":58435398304079,"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":58435398336847,"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":58435398369615,"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":58435398402383,"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":58435398435151,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Portrait-of-Charles-Perrault_Poster_CompositorV1_1786203382622.jpg?v=1786324964"},{"product_id":"gregoire-de-la-forge-gerard-edelinck","title":"Grégoire de la Forge - Gérard Edelinck","description":"\u003cp\u003eA formal portrait engraving by Gérard Edelinck, depicting Grégoire de la Forge in his ecclesiastical robes, executed with precise seventeenth-century technique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Gérard Edelinck depicts Grégoire de la Forge, who served as the General of the Order of the Most Holy Trinity and of the Captives. Edelinck, a Flemish engraver who spent much of his career in Paris, was highly regarded for his technical precision and his ability to translate the nuances of painted portraits into the medium of copperplate engraving. His work often captured the formal dignity required for ecclesiastical and aristocratic subjects during the reign of Louis XIV.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe portrait is presented within a classic oval frame, a standard format for seventeenth-century portraiture. The subject is shown in clerical attire, including a mozzetta and a pectoral cross, which denotes his rank within the Trinitarian Order. Edelinck employs a sophisticated system of cross-hatching and varied line weights to render the texture of the fabric and the subtle modelling of the face. The lighting is directed to focus on the sitter, creating a sense of volume and presence. Below the oval, a cartouche containing the subject's coat of arms is integrated into the architectural base, which bears a Latin inscription identifying the sitter and his office. The composition is balanced and restrained, reflecting the formal conventions of the period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEdelinck was known for his collaboration with contemporary painters, often engraving their works to disseminate them to a wider audience. This print demonstrates his mastery of the burin, showing clean, controlled lines that define the contours of the face and the folds of the vestments. The background within the oval is rendered with fine horizontal lines, providing a neutral field that prevents the subject from appearing detached from the space. This piece is a representative example of the high level of craftsmanship achieved by French printmakers in the late seventeenth century, where clarity and anatomical accuracy were prioritised.\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-martin-ryckaert-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 Martin Ryckaert - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/self-portrait-as-the-allegory-of-painting-artemisia-gentileschi\" 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;\"\u003eSelf-Portrait as the Allegory of Painting - Artemisia Gentileschi — Artemisia Gentileschi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gérard Edelinck","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58435390079311,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58435395420495,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58435395453263,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58435395486031,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58435395518799,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58435395551567,"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":58435395584335,"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":58435395617103,"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":58435395649871,"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":58435395682639,"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":58435395715407,"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":58435395748175,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Gr-goire-de-la-Forge_Poster_CompositorV1_1786203248193.jpg?v=1786324991"},{"product_id":"jean-rouille-comte-de-meslay-gerard-edelinck","title":"Jean Rouillé, Comte de Meslay - Gérard Edelinck","description":"\u003cp\u003eA formal portrait engraving of Jean Rouillé, Comte de Meslay, executed by the master engraver Gérard Edelinck in 1702.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Gérard Edelinck depicts Jean Rouillé, Comte de Meslay, a figure of significance within the French administration of the late seventeenth century. Edelinck, a Flemish engraver who spent much of his career in Paris, earned a reputation for his technical precision and his ability to translate the nuances of oil painting into the medium of copperplate engraving. His work often involved the reproduction of portraits by contemporary painters, though this specific piece demonstrates his mastery of the burin to capture texture, light, and individual character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe portrait follows the conventions of formal aristocratic representation common to the period. Rouillé is shown in an oval frame, a design choice that draws the eye toward the subject. His attire, including the cravat and the heavy fabric of his robes, is rendered with careful attention to tonal variation. The inclusion of a coat of arms at the base of the frame provides a sense of the subject's social standing and lineage. Edelinck employs a system of cross-hatching and varied line weights to create the illusion of volume in the subject's face and the soft curls of his wig.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEdelinck was appointed by Louis XIV to the Gobelins Manufactory, where he produced numerous portraits of the royal family and the nobility. His approach to engraving is characterised by a clean, disciplined technique that avoids unnecessary ornamentation, focusing instead on the clarity of the sitter's features. This print serves as an example of the high standard of reproductive printmaking that flourished in France during the reign of the Sun King. It remains a document of the period's aesthetic preferences, where the portrait functioned as a tool for asserting status and authority within the courtly environment.\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-martin-ryckaert-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 Martin Ryckaert - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/self-portrait-as-the-allegory-of-painting-artemisia-gentileschi\" 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;\"\u003eSelf-Portrait as the Allegory of Painting - Artemisia Gentileschi — Artemisia Gentileschi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gérard Edelinck","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58435395846479,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58435402400079,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58435402432847,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58435402465615,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58435402498383,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58435402531151,"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":58435402563919,"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":58435402596687,"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":58435402629455,"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":58435402662223,"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":58435402694991,"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":58435402727759,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Jean-Rouill-Comte-de-Meslay_Poster_CompositorV1_1786204124336.jpg?v=1786325098"},{"product_id":"nicolas-rigault-gerard-edelinck","title":"Nicolas Rigault - Gérard Edelinck","description":"\u003cp\u003eA formal portrait engraving of the French magistrate Nicolas Rigault, executed by the master engraver Gérard Edelinck.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Gérard Edelinck depicts the French scholar and magistrate Nicolas Rigault. Edelinck, a Flemish engraver who spent much of his career in Paris, earned a reputation for his technical precision and his ability to translate the tonal qualities of oil paintings into the medium of copperplate engraving. His work often appeared in the service of the French court and the intellectual elite of the seventeenth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe portrait is presented within a classic oval frame, a common convention for formal portraiture of the period. The subject is shown in a three-quarter view, wearing the traditional attire of a magistrate. Edelinck employs a sophisticated system of cross-hatching and varied line weights to model the facial features, capturing the texture of the skin and the subtle play of light across the forehead and cheeks. The drapery of the clothing is rendered with fluid lines, suggesting the weight and sheen of the fabric.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the base of the oval frame, a coat of arms is included, providing a heraldic element that identifies the subject's status. Below this, the inscription 'Nicolaus Rigaltius' confirms the identity of the sitter, while the Latin text below notes his position as a dean in the supreme court of Metz. The background is composed of fine, horizontal lines that create a neutral field, ensuring the focus remains entirely on the subject. This print demonstrates the disciplined approach to portraiture that defined the work of Edelinck, who was a master of the burin. His ability to convey character through controlled line work remains a subject of study for those interested in the history of printmaking and the visual culture of the seventeenth-century French administration.\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-martin-ryckaert-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 Martin Ryckaert - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/self-portrait-as-the-allegory-of-painting-artemisia-gentileschi\" 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;\"\u003eSelf-Portrait as the Allegory of Painting - Artemisia Gentileschi — Artemisia Gentileschi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gérard Edelinck","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58435405545807,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58435564011855,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58435564044623,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58435564077391,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58435564110159,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58435564142927,"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":58435564175695,"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":58435564208463,"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":58435564241231,"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":58435564273999,"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":58435564306767,"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":58435564339535,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Nicolas-Rigault_Poster_CompositorV1_1786204476856.jpg?v=1786325250"},{"product_id":"henricus-goltzius-gerard-edelinck","title":"Henricus Goltzius - Gérard Edelinck","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed 17th-century engraving by Gérard Edelinck depicting the Dutch artist Hendrick Goltzius holding a sketch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Gérard Edelinck depicts the Dutch painter and printmaker Hendrick Goltzius. Edelinck, a Flemish engraver who spent much of his career in Paris, is recognised for his technical precision and his ability to translate the tonal qualities of oil painting into the medium of copperplate engraving. In this work, he captures the subject in a three-quarter view, wearing a cap and a heavy, draped garment that suggests the period attire of the late sixteenth or early seventeenth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition follows the conventions of formal portraiture common in the seventeenth century. Goltzius holds a small sketch or print in his hand, a detail that identifies his profession. The use of cross-hatching and varied line weights creates a sense of volume in the fabric and depth in the facial features. The background is kept dark, which pushes the figure forward and focuses the viewer's attention on the sitter's expression and the texture of his beard and clothing. Below the figure, a stone ledge serves as a base for the inscription, which identifies the subject as 'Henricus Goltius Pictor et Sculptor'.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEdelinck’s mastery of the burin is evident in the subtle transitions between light and shadow across the face. The print demonstrates the high level of craftsmanship expected of professional engravers during the reign of Louis XIV, when the reproduction of portraits was a primary method for disseminating the likenesses of notable figures. This piece is a fine example of the reproductive printmaking tradition, where the engraver acts as an interpreter of the original artist's style and character. The work remains a clear record of the appearance of one of the most influential figures of the Dutch Mannerist movement, preserved through the technical skill of one of the most accomplished engravers of the Baroque 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-martin-ryckaert-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 Martin Ryckaert - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/self-portrait-as-the-allegory-of-painting-artemisia-gentileschi\" 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;\"\u003eSelf-Portrait as the Allegory of Painting - Artemisia Gentileschi — Artemisia Gentileschi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gérard Edelinck","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58435406201167,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58435557753167,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58435557785935,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58435557818703,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58435557851471,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58435557884239,"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":58435557917007,"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":58435557949775,"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":58435557982543,"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":58435558015311,"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":58435558048079,"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":58435558080847,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Henricus-Goltzius_Poster_CompositorV1_1786204299836.jpg?v=1786325276"},{"product_id":"petrus-de-carcavy-gerard-edelinck","title":"Petrus de Carcavy - Gérard Edelinck","description":"\u003cp\u003eA formal seventeenth-century engraving by Gérard Edelinck, depicting the French scholar and librarian Pierre de Carcavy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Gérard Edelinck depicts Pierre de Carcavy, a notable French mathematician and the custodian of the Royal Library under Louis XIV. Edelinck, a Flemish engraver who spent much of his career in Paris, earned a reputation for his technical precision and his ability to translate the nuances of oil painting into the medium of copperplate engraving. His work on this portrait demonstrates the mastery of line and cross-hatching that defined his output.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition follows the conventions of seventeenth-century portraiture. Carcavy is presented within an oval frame, a common device that provides a sense of formal containment. The surrounding text, inscribed within the border, identifies the sitter and his official roles. Below the portrait, Edelinck includes a coat of arms, which adds a layer of heraldic detail and reinforces the subject's status. The artist employs varied line weights to distinguish between the textures of the sitter's clothing, the softness of his hair, and the smooth contours of his face.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEdelinck was frequently commissioned to reproduce the likenesses of the French intellectual and political elite. This print is based on a painting by Hyacinthe Rigaud, a painter known for his ability to capture the gravity of his subjects. By converting Rigaud's brushwork into a system of controlled incisions, Edelinck creates a tonal range that mimics the depth of the original painting. The result is a clear, balanced image that conveys the intellectual authority associated with Carcavy's position in the royal court. This print remains a representative example of the high standard of reproductive engraving achieved in France during the late seventeenth century.\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-martin-ryckaert-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 Martin Ryckaert - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/self-portrait-as-the-allegory-of-painting-artemisia-gentileschi\" 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;\"\u003eSelf-Portrait as the Allegory of Painting - Artemisia Gentileschi — Artemisia Gentileschi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gérard Edelinck","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58435486155087,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58527584026959,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58527584059727,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58527584092495,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58527584125263,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58527584158031,"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":58527584190799,"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":58527584223567,"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":58527584256335,"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":58527584289103,"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":58527584321871,"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":58527584354639,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Petrus-de-Carcavy_Poster_CompositorV1_1786204692478.jpg?v=1786325461"},{"product_id":"pierre-surirey-de-saint-remy-gerard-edelinck","title":"Pierre Surirey de Saint-Remy - Gérard Edelinck","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century engraving by Gérard Edelinck, after Hyacinthe Rigaud, depicting the French official Pierre Surirey de Saint-Remy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Gérard Edelinck depicts Pierre Surirey de Saint-Remy, a figure of note within the French military administration of the late seventeenth century. Edelinck, a Flemish engraver who spent much of his career in Paris, was highly regarded for his technical precision and his ability to translate the painterly qualities of oil portraits into the medium of copperplate engraving. This work is based on an original painting by Hyacinthe Rigaud, the pre-eminent portraitist of the era, whose style defined the visual language of the French court.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition follows the conventions of the period: the subject is presented within an oval frame, resting upon a stone plinth that bears his name and titles. Surirey de Saint-Remy is shown in a three-quarter view, wearing a voluminous periwig and a draped cloak, which were standard markers of status and authority for men of his station. Edelinck employs a sophisticated system of cross-hatching and varied line weights to render the textures of the fabric and the soft curls of the wig. The play of light across the subject's face provides a sense of volume, while the background remains dark to focus attention on the sitter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBelow the oval portrait, a small heraldic crest is positioned centrally, adding a layer of formal identification. The engraving demonstrates the collaborative nature of print production in the seventeenth century, where the skills of the painter and the engraver combined to circulate the likenesses of influential individuals. This print offers a clear view of the aesthetic priorities of the late Baroque period, where clarity, order, and the representation of social hierarchy were paramount. The work remains a fine example of the high level of craftsmanship achieved by Edelinck during his tenure in the service of the French crown.\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-martin-ryckaert-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 Martin Ryckaert - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/self-portrait-as-the-allegory-of-painting-artemisia-gentileschi\" 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;\"\u003eSelf-Portrait as the Allegory of Painting - Artemisia Gentileschi — Artemisia Gentileschi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gérard Edelinck","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58435595829583,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58527616401743,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58527616434511,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58527616467279,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58527616500047,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58527616532815,"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":58527616565583,"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":58527616598351,"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":58527616631119,"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":58527616663887,"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":58527616696655,"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":58527616729423,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Pierre-Surirey-de-Saint-Remy_Poster_CompositorV1_1786205529361.jpg?v=1787242386"},{"product_id":"christophe-gottvaldt-gerard-edelinck","title":"Christophe Gottvaldt - Gérard Edelinck","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century engraving by Gérard Edelinck, portraying the physician Christophe Gottvaldt in his study.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Gérard Edelinck depicts the physician and naturalist Christophe Gottvaldt. Edelinck, a Flemish engraver who spent much of his career in Paris, is recognised for his technical mastery of the burin. His work often involved translating the paintings of his contemporaries into precise, tonal prints. This portrait captures the subject in a scholarly setting, surrounded by the tools of his trade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGottvaldt is shown seated at a desk, holding a quill pen and a piece of paper. His attire, including the long, flowing wig and formal robes, reflects the fashion of the late seventeenth century. Behind him, a shelf of leather-bound books and a terrestrial globe suggest his intellectual pursuits. The composition is structured with a sense of order, typical of the period, using a curtain to frame the figure and create a sense of depth. The lower portion of the print features a cartouche containing the subject's name and titles, flanked by heraldic emblems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEdelinck employs a range of line weights to define the textures of the scene. The heavy, dark lines of the drapery contrast with the finer, more delicate hatching used to model the face and hands. This variation in line allows for a subtle play of light and shadow, giving the figure a three-dimensional quality. The print is an example of the high level of craftsmanship associated with seventeenth-century reproductive engraving, where the artist sought to replicate the nuances of a painted original through the disciplined application of the burin on copper. The work remains a clear record of the period's portraiture conventions, focusing on the status and professional identity of the sitter through carefully curated symbolic objects.\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-martin-ryckaert-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 Martin Ryckaert - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/self-portrait-as-the-allegory-of-painting-artemisia-gentileschi\" 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;\"\u003eSelf-Portrait as the Allegory of Painting - Artemisia Gentileschi — Artemisia Gentileschi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gérard Edelinck","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58435611001167,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58435703406927,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58435703439695,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58435703472463,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58435703505231,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58435703537999,"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":58435703570767,"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":58435703603535,"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":58435703636303,"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":58435703669071,"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":58435703701839,"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":58435703734607,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Christophe-Gottvaldt_Poster_CompositorV1_1786205171480.jpg?v=1786326648"},{"product_id":"jean-baptiste-lully-gerard-edelinck","title":"Jean-Baptiste Lully - Gérard Edelinck","description":"\u003cp\u003eA formal portrait engraving of the composer Jean-Baptiste Lully by the Flemish master Gérard Edelinck, capturing the aesthetic of the French Baroque.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis portrait engraving by Gérard Edelinck depicts the composer Jean-Baptiste Lully, who served as the Sur-intendant de la Musique du Roy under Louis XIV. Edelinck, a Flemish engraver who spent much of his career in Paris, was highly regarded for his technical precision and his ability to translate the nuances of oil painting into the medium of copperplate engraving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition follows the conventions of seventeenth-century portraiture, presenting Lully within an oval frame. He wears the elaborate, voluminous periwig characteristic of the period, which frames his face and draws attention to his direct gaze. The artist employs a sophisticated system of hatching and cross-hatching to render the textures of the lace cravat and the heavy fabric of his coat. Below the portrait, a coat of arms is integrated into the frame, reinforcing the subject's status within the French court.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEdelinck’s work is noted for its clarity and the subtle modulation of tone, which provides a sense of volume to the figure. The inscription at the base identifies the subject and his official title, a common feature in formal portrait prints of the era intended for circulation among the intellectual and musical circles of Europe. This print captures the gravity and authority associated with one of the most influential figures in the history of French Baroque music. The controlled line work and the balanced composition reflect the aesthetic values of the period, where order and formality were paramount in the representation of public figures.\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-martin-ryckaert-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 Martin Ryckaert - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/self-portrait-as-the-allegory-of-painting-artemisia-gentileschi\" 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;\"\u003eSelf-Portrait as the Allegory of Painting - Artemisia Gentileschi — Artemisia Gentileschi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gérard Edelinck","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58435619914063,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58527610732879,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58527610765647,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58527610798415,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58527610831183,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58527610863951,"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":58527610896719,"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":58527610929487,"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":58527610962255,"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":58527610995023,"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":58527611027791,"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":58527611060559,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Jean-Baptiste-Lully_Poster_CompositorV1_1786204931107.jpg?v=1787242230"},{"product_id":"portrait-of-pierre-simon-gerard-edelinck","title":"Portrait of Pierre Simon - Gérard Edelinck","description":"\u003cp\u003eA fine seventeenth-century engraving by Gérard Edelinck, capturing the portrait of Pierre Simon with technical precision and period detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Gérard Edelinck depicts Pierre Simon, a contemporary engraver and contemporary of the artist. Edelinck, a Flemish master who spent much of his career in Paris under the patronage of Louis XIV, is widely recognised for his technical precision in the medium of copperplate engraving. This work demonstrates his ability to render texture and light through the systematic application of lines, cross-hatching, and varying pressure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe subject is presented in a three-quarter view, wearing the elaborate periwig characteristic of the late seventeenth century. The artist captures the volume of the hair through dense, rhythmic lines that follow the curls, creating a sense of weight and movement. The facial features are modelled with subtle gradations of tone, achieved by the careful spacing of the burin strokes. The sitter wears a cravat with fine lace detailing, which contrasts with the darker, broader folds of his coat. The inclusion of the order on his chest provides a specific social context for the sitter, indicating his status.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the base of the composition, a cartouche contains the Latin inscription, Petrus Simon Eques Romanus Sculp. regius, which identifies the subject and his professional titles. The framing of the portrait within a rectangular border, combined with the trompe-l'oeil effect of the lower ledge, is a common convention in seventeenth-century printmaking. This approach provides a sense of physical presence to the subject. Edelinck's work remains a primary example of the high level of craftsmanship achieved by reproductive printmakers during the reign of the Sun King, where the translation of painted portraits into black and white media required both artistic sensitivity and mechanical discipline. The print is a study in the control of light and shadow, demonstrating the capacity of the engraved line to define form and character.\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-martin-ryckaert-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 Martin Ryckaert - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/self-portrait-as-the-allegory-of-painting-artemisia-gentileschi\" 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;\"\u003eSelf-Portrait as the Allegory of Painting - Artemisia Gentileschi — Artemisia Gentileschi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gérard Edelinck","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58435745153359,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58527640977743,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58527641010511,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58527641043279,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58527641076047,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58527641108815,"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":58527641141583,"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":58527641174351,"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":58527641207119,"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":58527641239887,"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":58527641272655,"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":58527641305423,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Portrait-of-Pierre-Simon_Poster_CompositorV1_1786205769177.jpg?v=1787242622"},{"product_id":"charles-maurice-le-tellier-archbishop-duke-of-reims-gerard-edelinck","title":"Charles Maurice Le Tellier, Archbishop, Duke of Reims - Gérard Edelinck","description":"\u003cp\u003eA formal seventeenth-century engraving by Gérard Edelinck depicting Charles Maurice Le Tellier, Archbishop of Reims, rendered with technical precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Gérard Edelinck depicts Charles Maurice Le Tellier, the Archbishop and Duke of Reims, in a formal seated pose. Edelinck, a Flemish engraver who spent much of his career in Paris, was highly regarded for his technical precision and his ability to translate the qualities of oil painting into the medium of copperplate engraving. This work is based on a painting by Pierre Mignard, a contemporary of Edelinck who was a favoured portraitist of the French court.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition follows the conventions of seventeenth-century ecclesiastical portraiture. Le Tellier is shown in his clerical vestments, seated in an armchair with a bookshelf visible in the background, which denotes his status as a scholar and bibliophile. The inclusion of the coat of arms at the base of the print serves to identify his noble and religious titles. Edelinck employs a sophisticated system of cross-hatching and varied line weights to render the textures of the velvet chair, the lace cuffs, and the folds of the fabric. The lighting is controlled, drawing attention to the subject's face and the document held in his hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEdelinck was instrumental in the development of the French school of engraving during the reign of Louis XIV. His work is characterised by a clarity of form and a disciplined approach to tonal values. This portrait provides a clear example of the formalised visual language used to communicate authority and intellectual standing within the ecclesiastical hierarchy of the period. The print remains a record of both the sitter's public persona and the technical capabilities of the engraver in the late seventeenth century.\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-martin-ryckaert-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 Martin Ryckaert - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/self-portrait-as-the-allegory-of-painting-artemisia-gentileschi\" 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;\"\u003eSelf-Portrait as the Allegory of Painting - Artemisia Gentileschi — Artemisia Gentileschi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gérard Edelinck","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58435789259087,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58435803283791,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58435803316559,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58435803349327,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58435803382095,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58435803414863,"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":58435803447631,"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":58435803480399,"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":58435803513167,"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":58435803545935,"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":58435803578703,"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":58435803611471,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Charles-Maurice-Le-Tellier-Archbishop-Duke-of-Reims_Poster_CompositorV1_1786205889149.jpg?v=1786327647"},{"product_id":"portrait-of-philippe-de-champaigne-gerard-edelinck","title":"Portrait of Philippe de Champaigne - Gérard Edelinck","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed 1676 engraving by Gérard Edelinck depicting the painter Philippe de Champaigne, capturing the formal elegance of the French Baroque period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Gérard Edelinck depicts the painter Philippe de Champaigne. Edelinck, a Flemish engraver who spent much of his career in France, was highly regarded for his technical precision and ability to translate the nuances of oil painting into the medium of copperplate engraving. This work is based on a self-portrait by Champaigne himself, which is noted in the lower margin as 'Se ipse pinxit'.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChampaigne is shown in a three-quarter view, positioned before a wooded backdrop that opens to reveal a distant view of a cathedral, likely Notre-Dame de Paris. His expression is calm and contemplative, reflecting the gravity often associated with his own portraiture. The drapery of his cloak is rendered with fine, rhythmic lines that suggest weight and texture, while the foliage behind him provides a soft contrast to the structured lines of his face and the architectural elements in the distance. The Latin inscription at the base identifies Champaigne as 'Pictor Regius' and 'Regiae Pictorum Academiae Rector', acknowledging his status as a royal painter and rector of the Royal Academy of Painting and Sculpture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEdelinck employs a sophisticated system of cross-hatching and varying line weights to model the form and light across the subject. The print demonstrates the high level of craftsmanship expected of seventeenth-century reproductive engraving, where the goal was to disseminate the likeness of prominent figures to a wider audience. The composition balances the personal nature of the portrait with the formal requirements of an official commemorative image. This print remains a primary source for the visual history of the French Academy during the reign of Louis XIV, capturing the likeness of one of its most influential members with clarity and technical rigour.\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-martin-ryckaert-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 Martin Ryckaert - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/self-portrait-as-the-allegory-of-painting-artemisia-gentileschi\" 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;\"\u003eSelf-Portrait as the Allegory of Painting - Artemisia Gentileschi — Artemisia Gentileschi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gérard Edelinck","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58435798892879,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58435823862095,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58435823894863,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58435823927631,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58435823960399,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58435823993167,"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":58435824025935,"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":58435824058703,"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":58435824091471,"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":58435824124239,"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":58435824157007,"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":58435824189775,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Portrait-of-Philippe-de-Champaigne_Poster_CompositorV1_1786206132077.jpg?v=1786327777"},{"product_id":"guillaume-francois-marquis-de-lhospital-et-du-montellier-gerard-edelinck","title":"Guillaume François, Marquis de l'Hospital et du Montellier - Gérard Edelinck","description":"\u003cp\u003eA refined seventeenth-century engraving by Gérard Edelinck, depicting the French mathematician Guillaume François, Marquis de l'Hospital.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Gérard Edelinck depicts Guillaume François, Marquis de l'Hospital, a French mathematician known for his work on infinitesimal calculus. The portrait follows the conventions of late seventeenth-century French printmaking, presenting the subject within a formal oval frame set upon a stone-like plinth. Edelinck, a master of the burin, employs precise hatching and cross-hatching techniques to render the textures of the Marquis's voluminous periwig, the fabric of his coat, and the subtle modelling of his facial features.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is balanced and restrained, typical of the period's approach to aristocratic portraiture. The Marquis is shown in a three-quarter view, his gaze directed towards the viewer with a calm expression. His hand rests near the buttons of his coat, a gesture that adds a sense of naturalism to the formal pose. Below the oval, a coat of arms is integrated into the architectural base, which also bears an inscription detailing the subject's titles and lineage. This inclusion of heraldry and text reinforces the status of the sitter, aligning with the practices of the era where portrait prints functioned as both personal records and displays of social standing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEdelinck's technical skill is evident in the variation of line weight, which creates a sense of depth and volume without relying on excessive shading. The background within the oval is treated with a fine, uniform texture that pushes the figure forward, ensuring the Marquis remains the primary focus. This print offers a clear example of the high standards of reproductive engraving in the court of Louis XIV, where artists like Edelinck were commissioned to translate painted portraits into widely distributed prints. The work remains a fine example of the intersection between scientific achievement and aristocratic representation in the late Baroque 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\/portrait-of-martin-ryckaert-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 Martin Ryckaert - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/self-portrait-as-the-allegory-of-painting-artemisia-gentileschi\" 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;\"\u003eSelf-Portrait as the Allegory of Painting - Artemisia Gentileschi — Artemisia Gentileschi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gérard Edelinck","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58435800301903,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58435804954959,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58435804987727,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58435805020495,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58435805053263,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58435805086031,"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":58435805118799,"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":58435805151567,"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":58435805184335,"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":58435805217103,"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":58435805249871,"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":58435805282639,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Guillaume-Fran-ois-Marquis-de-l-Hospital-et-du-Montellier_Poster_CompositorV1_1786206041022.jpg?v=1786327797"},{"product_id":"raymond-poisson-as-crispin-gerard-edelinck","title":"Raymond Poisson as Crispin - Gérard Edelinck","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed 17th-century engraving by Gérard Edelinck depicting the actor Raymond Poisson in his famous role as the commedia dell'arte character Crispin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Gérard Edelinck depicts the French actor Raymond Poisson in his signature role as Crispin, a stock character from the commedia dell'arte tradition. Edelinck, a Flemish engraver who spent much of his career in Paris, was highly regarded for his technical precision and his ability to translate the nuances of oil painting into the medium of copperplate engraving. The original painting for this work was executed by Caspar Netscher, a Dutch Golden Age painter known for his refined portraiture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePoisson is shown in full figure, standing in a natural setting that contrasts with his theatrical attire. He wears a dark doublet, a ruffled collar, and high boots, holding his hat in one hand while gesturing with the other. The composition is balanced, with the figure positioned centrally against a backdrop of trees and a distant horizon. Edelinck employs a sophisticated system of cross-hatching and varied line weights to render the textures of the fabric, the softness of the foliage, and the subtle modelling of the actor's face. The print includes a poetic inscription at the base, which praises both the painter and the engraver for capturing the likeness and spirit of the performer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work provides insight into the intersection of seventeenth-century theatre and the visual arts. It documents the appearance of a specific performer while demonstrating the high level of craftsmanship expected of royal engravers at the Gobelins manufactory. The print serves as a record of the theatrical conventions of the period, capturing the specific costume and posture associated with the Crispin character. The clarity of the lines and the tonal range achieved through the engraving process allow for a detailed examination of the costume details and the expressive quality of the portrait.\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-martin-ryckaert-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 Martin Ryckaert - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/self-portrait-as-the-allegory-of-painting-artemisia-gentileschi\" 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;\"\u003eSelf-Portrait as the Allegory of Painting - Artemisia Gentileschi — Artemisia Gentileschi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gérard Edelinck","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58435821175119,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58441980117327,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58441980150095,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58441980182863,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58441980215631,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58441980248399,"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":58441980281167,"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":58441980313935,"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":58441980346703,"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":58441980379471,"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":58441980412239,"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":58441980445007,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Raymond-Poisson-as-Crispin_Poster_CompositorV1_1786206437250.jpg?v=1786328056"},{"product_id":"madame-helyot-marie-herinx-gerard-edelinck","title":"Madame Helyot (Marie Herinx) - Gérard Edelinck","description":"\u003cp\u003eA formal seventeenth-century engraving by Gérard Edelinck, depicting Marie Herinx in a devotional pose with a crucifix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Gérard Edelinck depicts Marie Herinx, known as Madame Helyot, following her death in 1682. Edelinck, a Flemish engraver who spent much of his career in Paris, was highly regarded for his technical precision and his ability to translate the tonal qualities of oil paintings into the medium of copperplate engraving. This work captures the solemnity of the subject, who is shown in a devotional pose, clutching a crucifix to her chest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is contained within an oval frame, a common device in seventeenth-century portraiture that directs the viewer's focus toward the sitter's expression. Her gaze is directed upward, suggesting a state of religious contemplation. The drapery of her head covering and garments is rendered with fine, controlled lines, demonstrating the artist's mastery of light and shadow. The surrounding spandrels contain subtle symbolic elements, including an anchor and a chalice, which reinforce the themes of faith and mortality associated with the subject.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBelow the oval frame, a cartouche provides the identification of the sitter and the date of her passing. The precision of the cross-hatching and the delicate modulation of the grey tones reflect the high standards of the French school of engraving during the reign of Louis XIV. Edelinck was frequently commissioned to reproduce the works of contemporary painters, and his skill in capturing the texture of fabric and the nuances of human features made him a preferred collaborator for many artists of the period. This print offers a clear example of the formal, restrained aesthetic typical of commemorative portraiture in the late seventeenth century, providing a window into the visual culture of the 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-martin-ryckaert-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 Martin Ryckaert - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/self-portrait-as-the-allegory-of-painting-artemisia-gentileschi\" 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;\"\u003eSelf-Portrait as the Allegory of Painting - Artemisia Gentileschi — Artemisia Gentileschi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gérard Edelinck","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58435832676687,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442029597007,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442029629775,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58442029662543,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58442029695311,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58442029728079,"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":58442029760847,"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":58442029793615,"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":58442029826383,"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":58442029859151,"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":58442029891919,"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":58442029924687,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Madame-Helyot-Marie-Herinx-_Poster_CompositorV1_1786206851287.jpg?v=1786328131"},{"product_id":"ulrika-eleonora-queen-of-sweden-gerard-edelinck","title":"Ulrika Eleonora, Queen of Sweden - Gérard Edelinck","description":"\u003cp\u003eA formal Baroque engraving by Gérard Edelinck depicting Ulrika Eleonora, Queen of Sweden, rendered with technical precision after a painting by David Klöcker Ehrenstrahl.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Gérard Edelinck depicts Ulrika Eleonora of Denmark, Queen of Sweden, in a formal court setting. Edelinck, a Flemish engraver who spent much of his career in Paris, was highly regarded for his technical precision and his ability to translate the textures of oil painting into the medium of copperplate engraving. This work is based on a painting by David Klöcker Ehrenstrahl, the court painter who defined the visual identity of the Swedish monarchy during the late seventeenth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition follows the conventions of royal portraiture from the period. The Queen is seated, resting her hand upon a crown, which signifies her status and authority. She is positioned before a classical architectural backdrop, featuring a column and an arched opening that reveals a distant, idealized garden scene. The drapery behind her adds a sense of theatricality, a common element in Baroque portraiture intended to convey majesty and power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEdelinck employs a sophisticated system of cross-hatching and varying line weights to render the sheen of the Queen's silk gown, the softness of her lace, and the solidity of the stone architecture. The lower portion of the print includes a cartouche containing the royal coat of arms, flanked by a Latin inscription that details her titles and virtues. This inclusion of heraldry and text is characteristic of formal state portraits of the era, designed to communicate the subject's lineage and public persona to a contemporary audience. The print serves as a record of the diplomatic and cultural ties between the Swedish and Danish courts, captured through the refined technical skill of one of the most accomplished engravers of the seventeenth century.\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-martin-ryckaert-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 Martin Ryckaert - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/self-portrait-as-the-allegory-of-painting-artemisia-gentileschi\" 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;\"\u003eSelf-Portrait as the Allegory of Painting - Artemisia Gentileschi — Artemisia Gentileschi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gérard Edelinck","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58441979691343,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58441984180559,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58441984213327,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58441984246095,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58441984278863,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58441984311631,"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":58441984344399,"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":58441984377167,"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":58441984409935,"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":58441984442703,"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":58441984475471,"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":58441984508239,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Ulrika-Eleonora-Queen-of-Sweden_Poster_CompositorV1_1786206652064.jpg?v=1786393912"},{"product_id":"rene-descartes-gerard-edelinck","title":"René Descartes - Gérard Edelinck","description":"\u003cp\u003eA refined seventeenth-century engraving of the philosopher René Descartes by the master printmaker Gérard Edelinck, based on a portrait by Frans Hals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Gérard Edelinck depicts the French philosopher René Descartes. Edelinck, a Flemish engraver who spent much of his career in Paris, was highly regarded for his technical precision and ability to translate the tonal qualities of oil paintings into the medium of copperplate engraving. This specific work is based on a portrait by Frans Hals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition features Descartes within an oval frame, a common convention for formal portraiture of the seventeenth century. The philosopher is shown in three-quarter view, wearing the attire of a gentleman of his era, including a simple white collar. His expression is composed, reflecting the intellectual rigour associated with his philosophical contributions. Below the portrait, a coat of arms is integrated into the architectural plinth, which also bears the Latin inscription: Bene qui latuit, bene vixit (He who lived well, lived in obscurity).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEdelinck employs a sophisticated system of cross-hatching and varied line weights to model the form of the face and the texture of the clothing. The background within the oval is rendered with fine, horizontal lines, creating a subtle gradient that draws focus to the subject. The surrounding architectural elements are executed with clean, straight lines, providing a sense of stability and formal order. This print is a fine example of the reproductive engraving tradition, where the skill of the engraver was essential for the dissemination of portraits of notable figures across Europe. The clarity of the lines and the balanced tonal range demonstrate the high level of craftsmanship expected of a master engraver working under the patronage of the French court.\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-martin-ryckaert-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 Martin Ryckaert - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/self-portrait-as-the-allegory-of-painting-artemisia-gentileschi\" 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;\"\u003eSelf-Portrait as the Allegory of Painting - Artemisia Gentileschi — Artemisia Gentileschi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gérard Edelinck","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58441989488975,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442037690703,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442037723471,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58442037756239,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58442037789007,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58442037821775,"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":58442037854543,"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":58442037887311,"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":58442037920079,"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":58442037952847,"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":58442037985615,"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":58442038018383,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Ren-Descartes_Poster_CompositorV1_1786207037560.jpg?v=1786394182"},{"product_id":"holy-family-at-table-gerard-edelinck","title":"Holy Family at Table - Gérard Edelinck","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed 1704 engraving by Gérard Edelinck after Charles Le Brun, depicting the Holy Family in a quiet, domestic moment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Gérard Edelinck, dated 1704, reproduces a painting by Charles Le Brun. The composition depicts the Holy Family in a domestic setting, centred around a table. The Virgin Mary and the young Christ are seated, while Saint Joseph stands to the right, leaning on a staff. The scene is rendered with the technical precision characteristic of Edelinck, who was a master of the burin. His ability to translate the tonal qualities of oil paint into the monochromatic language of engraving is evident in the varied textures of the drapery, the table linen, and the metallic sheen of the vessel in the foreground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe work is inscribed with the Latin phrase 'Panis quem Ego dabo, Caro mea est pro mundi vita', referencing the Gospel of John. This theological context informs the quiet, contemplative mood of the figures. The background features a window looking out onto a landscape, providing a sense of depth and spatial clarity common in French classical art of the period. The figures are modelled with soft light, creating a sense of volume and presence. Edelinck, who spent much of his career in Paris, was highly regarded for his reproductive prints, which allowed the compositions of major painters to reach a wider audience. This particular print captures the gravity and formal balance associated with the school of Le Brun, who served as the premier painter to Louis XIV. The attention to detail, from the folds of the garments to the subtle shading on the floor tiles, demonstrates the high level of craftsmanship expected of a royal engraver during the late seventeenth and early eighteenth centuries.\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-martin-ryckaert-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 Martin Ryckaert - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/self-portrait-as-the-allegory-of-painting-artemisia-gentileschi\" 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;\"\u003eSelf-Portrait as the Allegory of Painting - Artemisia Gentileschi — Artemisia Gentileschi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gérard Edelinck","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58441994273103,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442060005711,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442060038479,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58442060071247,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58442060104015,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58442060136783,"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":58442060169551,"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":58442060202319,"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":58442060235087,"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":58442060267855,"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":58442060300623,"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":58442060333391,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Holy-Family-at-Table_Poster_CompositorV1_1786207358411.jpg?v=1786394283"},{"product_id":"moses-gerard-edelinck","title":"Moses - Gérard Edelinck","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed 17th-century engraving by Gérard Edelinck depicting Moses with the tablets of the law, rendered with technical precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Gérard Edelinck depicts the biblical figure of Moses holding the tablets of the law. Edelinck, a Flemish engraver who spent much of his career in Paris, was highly regarded for his technical precision and his ability to translate the tonal qualities of paintings into the medium of copperplate engraving. His work often involved reproducing the compositions of contemporary masters, though this piece demonstrates his mastery of the burin through its careful rendering of texture and light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMoses is shown in a half-length portrait, his gaze directed toward the viewer. He holds a large stone tablet inscribed with the Ten Commandments in French. The composition is structured around the verticality of the tablet and the diagonal line of the staff, creating a sense of stability and authority. The artist employs a range of hatching and cross-hatching techniques to define the folds of the drapery and the texture of the beard, achieving a sculptural quality that is characteristic of the period. The background remains dark, which pushes the figure forward and focuses attention on the text of the law.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEdelinck was appointed as an engraver to Louis XIV, and his output includes numerous portraits of the French nobility and clergy. This print reflects the formal rigour of the seventeenth-century French school, where clarity of line and balanced composition were prioritised. The inclusion of the inscription at the base, dedicated to Achille de Harlay, provides context regarding the print's intended audience and its function as a formal presentation piece. The work remains a clear example of the high level of craftsmanship achieved by printmakers during the reign of the Sun King, where the art of engraving served both as a means of documentation and as a vehicle for artistic expression.\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-martin-ryckaert-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 Martin Ryckaert - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/self-portrait-as-the-allegory-of-painting-artemisia-gentileschi\" 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;\"\u003eSelf-Portrait as the Allegory of Painting - Artemisia Gentileschi — Artemisia Gentileschi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gérard Edelinck","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442016325967,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442063085903,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442063118671,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58442063151439,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58442063184207,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58442063216975,"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":58442063249743,"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":58442063282511,"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":58442063315279,"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":58442063348047,"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":58442063380815,"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":58442063413583,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Moses_Poster_CompositorV1_1786207448272.jpg?v=1786394362"},{"product_id":"philippe-duc-danjou-gerard-edelinck","title":"Philippe, Duc d'Anjou - Gérard Edelinck","description":"\u003cp\u003eA formal portrait engraving of Philippe, Duc d'Anjou, by the master printmaker Gérard Edelinck, capturing the refined aesthetic of the French Baroque.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Gérard Edelinck depicts Philippe, Duc d'Anjou, who later ascended the throne as Philip V of Spain. Edelinck, a Flemish engraver who spent much of his career in Paris, was highly regarded for his technical precision and his ability to translate the nuances of oil painting into the medium of copperplate engraving. This work demonstrates the refined control of line and tone characteristic of the late seventeenth-century French school.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe portrait is presented within a classic oval frame, a common convention for formal portraiture of the period. The subject is shown in three-quarter view, wearing the elaborate attire of the French court, including a lace cravat and a coat featuring detailed embroidery. Edelinck employs a variety of hatching techniques to differentiate the textures of the fabric, the soft curls of the periwig, and the smooth skin of the young duke. The composition is balanced by a plinth at the base, which bears the subject's name, and a small circular emblem featuring the fleur-de-lis, signifying his royal lineage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEdelinck worked frequently after paintings by François de Troy, and this print reflects the formal, aristocratic aesthetic of the court of Louis XIV. The engraving captures the poise and youthful dignity expected of a prince of the blood. The background is rendered with subtle horizontal lines, providing a neutral space that draws attention to the subject. This piece is an example of the high level of craftsmanship achieved by master engravers who were responsible for disseminating the images of royalty and nobility across Europe. The clarity of the lines and the depth of the shadows demonstrate the technical mastery that defined Edelinck's career as a printmaker to the King.\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\/self-portrait-as-the-allegory-of-painting-artemisia-gentileschi\" 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;\"\u003eSelf-Portrait as the Allegory of Painting - Artemisia Gentileschi — Artemisia Gentileschi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gérard Edelinck","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442070425935,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442102505807,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442102538575,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58442102571343,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58442102604111,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58442102636879,"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":58442102669647,"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":58442102702415,"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":58442102735183,"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":58442102767951,"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":58442102800719,"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":58442102833487,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Philippe-Duc-d-Anjou_Poster_CompositorV1_1786207596796.jpg?v=1786394681"},{"product_id":"francois-henri-de-montmorency-duc-de-piney-luxembourg-gerard-edelinck","title":"François-Henri de Montmorency, Duc de Piney-Luxembourg - Gérard Edelinck","description":"\u003cp\u003eA formal portrait engraving by Gérard Edelinck depicting the French military commander François-Henri de Montmorency, based on a painting by Hyacinthe Rigaud.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Gérard Edelinck depicts François-Henri de Montmorency, the Duc de Piney-Luxembourg, a prominent French military commander during the reign of Louis XIV. Edelinck, a Flemish engraver who spent much of his career in Paris, was highly regarded for his technical precision and his ability to translate the painterly qualities of contemporary portraiture into the medium of copperplate engraving. This work is based on a painting by Hyacinthe Rigaud, the pre-eminent portraitist of the French court.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition follows the conventions of seventeenth-century aristocratic portraiture. The subject is presented within an oval frame, a common device that directs the viewer's attention to the sitter's face and posture. He wears the armour of a military leader, reflecting his role as a Maréchal de France, while his elaborate periwig signifies his high social status. The inclusion of a coat of arms at the base of the frame serves to identify the sitter and his lineage, a standard practice in formal portraiture of the period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEdelinck's mastery of the burin is evident in the varied textures of the print. He uses fine, cross-hatched lines to suggest the reflective surface of the metal armour and the soft, voluminous curls of the wig. The shading is controlled and deliberate, creating a sense of volume and presence. The print captures the gravity and authority expected of a high-ranking military official in the late seventeenth century. This piece offers a clear example of the collaborative relationship between painters and engravers in the production of official portraiture, where the print served as a means to disseminate the image of the elite to a wider audience. The clarity of the lines and the balanced composition demonstrate the high standards of the French school of engraving during this 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\/self-portrait-as-the-allegory-of-painting-artemisia-gentileschi\" 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;\"\u003eSelf-Portrait as the Allegory of Painting - Artemisia Gentileschi — Artemisia Gentileschi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gérard Edelinck","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442091987279,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442112237903,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442112270671,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58442112303439,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58442112336207,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58442112368975,"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":58442112401743,"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":58442112434511,"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":58442112467279,"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":58442112500047,"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":58442112532815,"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":58442112565583,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Fran-ois-Henri-de-Montmorency-Duc-de-Piney-Luxembourg_Poster_CompositorV1_1786207843432.jpg?v=1786394879"},{"product_id":"diana-gerard-edelinck","title":"Diana - Gérard Edelinck","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed engraving by Gérard Edelinck depicting the classical statue of Diana from the gardens of Versailles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Gérard Edelinck depicts the marble statue of Diana, originally sculpted by Martin Desjardins for the gardens of Versailles. Edelinck, a Flemish engraver who spent much of his career in Paris, was highly regarded for his technical precision and his ability to translate the three-dimensional qualities of sculpture into the two-dimensional medium of print.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition presents the goddess in a contrapposto stance, her form draped in classical robes that suggest movement and grace. Beside her stands a small deer, a traditional attribute of the huntress. The engraving captures the texture of the marble, the folds of the fabric, and the delicate features of the figure with remarkable clarity. The inclusion of bilingual text at the base, in French and Latin, identifies the subject and the original sculptor, reflecting the formal documentation common in seventeenth-century print culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEdelinck utilised a sophisticated system of cross-hatching and varied line weights to model the figure, creating a sense of volume and depth that mimics the physical presence of the original statue. This work is part of a broader series documenting the royal collections and the decorative programme of Versailles. It serves as a record of the artistic output commissioned by the French crown during the reign of Louis XIV. The print demonstrates the high level of craftsmanship expected of royal engravers of the period, who were tasked with disseminating the aesthetic achievements of the court to a wider audience. The clean lines and balanced composition make this an excellent example of late seventeenth-century reproductive printmaking, where the engraver acted as a bridge between the sculptor and the public.\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\/self-portrait-as-the-allegory-of-painting-artemisia-gentileschi\" 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;\"\u003eSelf-Portrait as the Allegory of Painting - Artemisia Gentileschi — Artemisia Gentileschi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gérard Edelinck","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442130161999,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442174071119,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442174103887,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58442174136655,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58442174169423,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58442174202191,"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":58442174234959,"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":58442174267727,"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":58442174300495,"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":58442174333263,"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":58442174366031,"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":58442174398799,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Diana_Poster_CompositorV1_1786208075717.jpg?v=1786395101"},{"product_id":"jacques-savary-gerard-edelinck","title":"Jacques Savary - Gérard Edelinck","description":"\u003cp\u003eA formal Baroque portrait engraving of Jacques Savary by the master printmaker Gérard Edelinck, featuring precise line work and classical composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Gérard Edelinck depicts Jacques Savary, a prominent French merchant and author of the influential treatise Le Parfait Négociant. Edelinck, a Flemish engraver who spent much of his career in Paris, was highly regarded for his technical precision and ability to translate the nuances of oil painting into the medium of copperplate engraving. His work for the court of Louis XIV established him as a master of the portrait genre.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition follows the conventions of seventeenth-century formal portraiture. Savary is presented within an oval frame, a common device that provides a sense of architectural structure. He wears the voluminous periwig characteristic of the period, framing a face rendered with careful attention to light and shadow. The artist employs varied line weights to suggest the texture of the fabric and the softness of the hair, demonstrating a sophisticated command of the burin. Below the portrait, a coat of arms sits atop a plinth, which bears an inscription praising Savary's contributions to commerce and his personal integrity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEdelinck's approach to portraiture relies on a balance between formal dignity and individual character. The sitter's expression is composed, reflecting his status as a man of letters and trade. The background within the oval is subtly shaded to draw focus toward the face, while the surrounding area remains neutral. This print serves as a record of the intellectual and professional elite of the era, capturing the aesthetic values of the French Baroque. The work is a fine example of the collaborative nature of printmaking during this time, as it is based on a painting by Charles Coypel, demonstrating the process by which images were disseminated to a wider audience through the skill of the engraver.\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\/self-portrait-as-the-allegory-of-painting-artemisia-gentileschi\" 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;\"\u003eSelf-Portrait as the Allegory of Painting - Artemisia Gentileschi — Artemisia Gentileschi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gérard Edelinck","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442144579919,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442180034895,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442180067663,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58442180100431,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58442180133199,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58442180165967,"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":58442180198735,"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":58442180231503,"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":58442180264271,"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":58442180297039,"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":58442180329807,"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":58442180362575,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Jacques-Savary_Poster_CompositorV1_1786208047845.jpg?v=1786395212"},{"product_id":"portrait-of-claude-mellan-gerard-edelinck","title":"Portrait of Claude Mellan - Gérard Edelinck","description":"\u003cp\u003eA formal seventeenth-century engraving by Gérard Edelinck, depicting the French artist Claude Mellan with technical precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Gérard Edelinck depicts the French engraver and painter Claude Mellan. Edelinck, a Flemish artist who moved to Paris, became one of the most skilled practitioners of the burin during the seventeenth century. His work for the French court earned him a reputation for technical precision and tonal control. This portrait captures Mellan within an oval frame, a common convention for formal portraiture of the period. The subject wears a lace collar and a cloak, rendered with the meticulous line work characteristic of Edelinck's style. The artist employs a system of cross-hatching and varied line weights to suggest the texture of fabric and the soft modelling of the face. Below the portrait, a cartouche contains a monogram, while the inscription identifies the sitter as 'Claude Melan, Graveur Ordinaire du Roy'.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEdelinck's approach to the copper plate allowed him to achieve a range of grey tones that mimic the depth of a painting. The composition is balanced, with the sitter turned slightly to the right, engaging the viewer with a direct gaze. The background remains dark, which pushes the figure forward and creates a sense of volume. This print demonstrates the high level of craftsmanship expected of a royal engraver in the court of Louis XIV. The clarity of the lines and the formal arrangement reflect the aesthetic values of the period, where order and precision were paramount. This piece provides a window into the professional circles of seventeenth-century French printmaking, documenting one master through the lens of another.\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\/self-portrait-as-the-allegory-of-painting-artemisia-gentileschi\" 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;\"\u003eSelf-Portrait as the Allegory of Painting - Artemisia Gentileschi — Artemisia Gentileschi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gérard Edelinck","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442150379855,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442181050703,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442181083471,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58442181116239,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58442181149007,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58442181181775,"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":58442181214543,"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":58442181247311,"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":58442181280079,"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":58442181312847,"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":58442181345615,"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":58442181378383,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Portrait-of-Claude-Mellan_Poster_CompositorV1_1786208167857.jpg?v=1786395246"},{"product_id":"portrait-of-charles-maurice-le-tellier-gerard-edelinck","title":"Portrait of Charles Maurice Le Tellier - Gérard Edelinck","description":"\u003cp\u003eA refined 1692 engraving by Gérard Edelinck, depicting Charles Maurice Le Tellier, Archbishop of Reims, in a formal, scholarly setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Gérard Edelinck depicts Charles Maurice Le Tellier, the Archbishop of Reims, seated in a formal interior. Edelinck, a Flemish engraver who spent much of his career in Paris, was highly regarded for his technical precision and ability to translate the nuances of oil painting into the medium of copperplate engraving. The portrait is based on an original painting by Pierre Mignard, whose influence is visible in the soft rendering of the subject's features and the careful attention to the textures of his ecclesiastical vestments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition follows the conventions of seventeenth-century French portraiture. The Archbishop is positioned in a three-quarter view, seated in an upholstered chair. To his left, a collection of bound volumes suggests his intellectual pursuits and status as a man of letters. He wears the mozzetta and rochet, with the cross of the Order of the Holy Spirit prominently displayed on his chest. His right hand holds a letter, a common device in portraiture to suggest active engagement with administrative or scholarly duties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEdelinck employs a sophisticated system of cross-hatching and varying line weights to define the forms. The drapery of the robes is rendered with particular care, capturing the weight and sheen of the fabric. The background, featuring a heavy curtain and the aforementioned library, provides a sense of depth and gravity. At the base of the print, a cartouche contains the Archbishop's coat of arms, flanked by Latin inscriptions that detail his titles and the date of the work. This print demonstrates the high level of craftsmanship associated with the French school of engraving during the reign of Louis XIV, where such portraits were essential for the dissemination of the image of the ecclesiastical and political elite.\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\/self-portrait-as-the-allegory-of-painting-artemisia-gentileschi\" 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;\"\u003eSelf-Portrait as the Allegory of Painting - Artemisia Gentileschi — Artemisia Gentileschi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gérard Edelinck","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442167091535,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442252550479,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442252583247,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58442252616015,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58442252648783,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58442252681551,"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":58442252714319,"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":58442252747087,"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":58442252779855,"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":58442252812623,"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":58442252845391,"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":58442252878159,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Portrait-of-Charles-Maurice-Le-Tellier_Poster_CompositorV1_1786208290177.jpg?v=1786395342"},{"product_id":"jean-baptiste-de-blye-gerard-edelinck","title":"Jean-Baptiste de Blye - Gérard Edelinck","description":"\u003cp\u003eA formal Baroque engraving by Gérard Edelinck depicting Jean-Baptiste de Blye, featuring precise line work and heraldic detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Gérard Edelinck depicts Jean-Baptiste de Blye, a figure of authority in the late seventeenth century. Edelinck, a Flemish engraver who spent much of his career in Paris, was highly regarded for his technical precision and his ability to translate the nuances of oil painting into the medium of copperplate engraving. His work often captured the formal dignity required for official portraiture during the reign of Louis XIV.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe portrait is presented within a classic oval frame, a common convention for formal portraiture of the period. The subject wears a voluminous periwig, which was a standard fashion for men of status at the time. His expression is composed and direct, conveying a sense of gravity appropriate to his position. Below the portrait, the inclusion of a coat of arms provides additional heraldic detail, grounding the subject within his social and familial context. The surrounding text, inscribed within the oval border, identifies the sitter and his titles, adhering to the tradition of commemorative prints.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEdelinck’s mastery of line is evident in the rendering of the subject’s clothing and the texture of the wig. By varying the density and direction of his strokes, he creates a sense of volume and light that gives the figure a three-dimensional quality. The background is rendered with subtle horizontal hatching, which ensures the subject remains the primary focus without the need for complex environmental details. This print is an example of the high level of craftsmanship that defined the French school of engraving during the late Baroque era. It offers a clear view into the aesthetic values of the period, where clarity, order, and precise representation were held in high regard.\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\/self-portrait-as-the-allegory-of-painting-artemisia-gentileschi\" 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;\"\u003eSelf-Portrait as the Allegory of Painting - Artemisia Gentileschi — Artemisia Gentileschi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gérard Edelinck","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442206413135,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442265559375,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442265592143,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58442265624911,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58442265657679,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58442265690447,"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":58442265723215,"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":58442265755983,"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":58442265788751,"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":58442265821519,"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":58442265854287,"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":58442265887055,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Jean-Baptiste-de-Blye_Poster_CompositorV1_1786208438562.jpg?v=1786395557"},{"product_id":"the-deluge-gerard-edelinck","title":"The Deluge - Gérard Edelinck","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century engraving by Gérard Edelinck depicting the biblical Deluge, showcasing dramatic human struggle through precise line work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Gérard Edelinck depicts the biblical narrative of the Great Flood. Edelinck, a Flemish engraver who spent much of his career in Paris, produced this work after a painting by Alessandro Turchi. The composition captures the desperation of humanity as rising waters consume the earth. Figures are shown in various states of distress: some cling to the branches of trees, others huddle together on small outcrops of land, and some lie prone in the encroaching tide. In the background, the faint outline of the ark serves as a reminder of the singular path to salvation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe technical execution demonstrates the mastery of line and shadow characteristic of seventeenth-century printmaking. Edelinck employs a range of hatching and cross-hatching techniques to model the musculature of the figures and the turbulent surface of the water. The contrast between the dark, ominous sky and the illuminated bodies creates a sense of dramatic tension. The inclusion of text in both French and Latin at the base of the print identifies the subject matter and provides context regarding the original painting held in the royal collection. This work is an example of the reproductive print tradition, where engravers translated paintings into black and white media to circulate compositions to a wider audience. The print maintains a balance between the anatomical precision of the figures and the atmospheric conditions of the scene, reflecting the aesthetic priorities of the 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\/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\/self-portrait-as-the-allegory-of-painting-artemisia-gentileschi\" 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;\"\u003eSelf-Portrait as the Allegory of Painting - Artemisia Gentileschi — Artemisia Gentileschi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gérard Edelinck","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442233250127,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442290954575,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442290987343,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58442291020111,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58442291052879,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58442291085647,"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":58442291118415,"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":58442291151183,"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":58442291183951,"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":58442291216719,"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":58442291249487,"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":58442291282255,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Deluge_Poster_CompositorV1_1786208647104.jpg?v=1786395751"},{"product_id":"charles-duc-de-berry-gerard-edelinck","title":"Charles, Duc de Berry - Gérard Edelinck","description":"\u003cp\u003eA fine seventeenth-century engraving by Gérard Edelinck depicting Charles, Duke of Berry, captured with technical precision and formal elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Gérard Edelinck depicts Charles, Duke of Berry, a member of the French royal family during the reign of Louis XIV. Edelinck, a Flemish engraver who spent much of his career in Paris, earned a reputation for his technical precision and his ability to translate the painterly qualities of oil portraits into the medium of copperplate engraving. This work is based on an original painting by Jean-François de Troy, a painter known for his depictions of the French aristocracy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe portrait captures the Duke in a formal, oval frame, a common convention for seventeenth-century portraiture. He is shown in three-quarter view, wearing the elaborate costume of the period, including a lace cravat and a coat with detailed embroidery. His expression is composed, reflecting the formalised nature of court portraiture. Edelinck employs a variety of hatching and cross-hatching techniques to render the textures of the fabric, the softness of the skin, and the voluminous curls of the periwig. The use of light and shadow creates a sense of volume, drawing the eye to the subject's face and his extended hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBelow the oval frame, a pedestal features a cartouche containing the royal coat of arms, adding a layer of heraldic detail that identifies the subject's status. The inscription at the base provides the name of the sitter, ensuring the identity of the royal figure is clear. This print serves as an example of the high level of craftsmanship achieved by printmakers in the late seventeenth century, who were responsible for disseminating the images of the monarchy across Europe. The work remains a record of the fashion, social hierarchy, and artistic conventions of the French court during the late Baroque 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\/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\/self-portrait-as-the-allegory-of-painting-artemisia-gentileschi\" 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;\"\u003eSelf-Portrait as the Allegory of Painting - Artemisia Gentileschi — Artemisia Gentileschi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gérard Edelinck","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442239607119,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442291413327,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442291446095,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58442291478863,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58442291511631,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58442291544399,"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":58442291577167,"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":58442291609935,"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":58442291642703,"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":58442291675471,"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":58442291708239,"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":58442291741007,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Charles-Duc-de-Berry_Poster_CompositorV1_1786208673877.jpg?v=1786395786"},{"product_id":"sebastien-de-pontault-seigneur-de-beaulieu-gerard-edelinck","title":"Sébastien de Pontault, Seigneur de Beaulieu - Gérard Edelinck","description":"\u003cp\u003eA formal seventeenth-century engraving by Gérard Edelinck, depicting the military engineer Sébastien de Pontault in polished armour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Gérard Edelinck depicts Sébastien de Pontault, Seigneur de Beaulieu, a notable military engineer and cartographer of the seventeenth century. Edelinck, a Flemish engraver who spent much of his career in Paris under the patronage of Louis XIV, earned a reputation for his technical precision and his ability to render textures through the copperplate medium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe portrait is presented within a classic oval frame, a common convention for formal portraiture of the period. The subject is shown in three-quarter profile, wearing polished plate armour that reflects the light with metallic clarity. His expression is composed, and his long, flowing hair follows the fashion of the French court during the reign of the Sun King. Below the oval, a coat of arms is integrated into the composition, providing heraldic context for the sitter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEdelinck employs a sophisticated system of cross-hatching and varying line weights to create volume and depth. The contrast between the dark background and the illuminated armour demonstrates his mastery of the burin. The lower section of the print features a cartouche containing the sitter's name and title, executed in a clean, formal script. This work is a representative example of the high-quality portrait prints produced in France during the late seventeenth century, intended for both private collections and public dissemination of the likenesses of prominent figures. The print captures the formal dignity associated with the military aristocracy of the era, while simultaneously demonstrating the technical rigour that defined Edelinck's output.\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\/self-portrait-as-the-allegory-of-painting-artemisia-gentileschi\" 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;\"\u003eSelf-Portrait as the Allegory of Painting - Artemisia Gentileschi — Artemisia Gentileschi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gérard Edelinck","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442303242575,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442372448591,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442372481359,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58442372514127,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58442372546895,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58442372579663,"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":58442372612431,"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":58442372645199,"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":58442372677967,"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":58442372710735,"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":58442372743503,"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":58442372776271,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/S-bastien-de-Pontault-Seigneur-de-Beaulieu_Poster_CompositorV1_1786208795601.jpg?v=1786396192"},{"product_id":"edouard-colbert-marquis-de-villacerf-gerard-edelinck","title":"Édouard Colbert, Marquis de Villacerf - Gérard Edelinck","description":"\u003cp\u003eA formal seventeenth-century engraving by Gérard Edelinck, portraying Édouard Colbert, Marquis de Villacerf, with technical precision and classical composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Gérard Edelinck depicts Édouard Colbert, Marquis de Villacerf, a figure of significant administrative standing in the court of Louis XIV. Edelinck, a Flemish engraver who spent much of his career in Paris, achieved a high level of technical precision in his portraiture. The work employs the burin technique, which allows for the creation of varied line weights and cross-hatching to simulate the texture of fabrics and the volume of the subject.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition follows the conventions of seventeenth-century formal portraiture. The subject is presented within an oval frame, resting upon a stone plinth that bears a detailed inscription and a coat of arms. The Marquis is shown in a three-quarter view, wearing a voluminous periwig, which was a standard marker of status and fashion for the French aristocracy during this period. His expression is composed, and his gaze is directed toward the viewer, conveying a sense of authority and gravity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEdelinck was known for his ability to translate the tonal qualities of oil paintings into the medium of print. The subtle gradations of light and shadow across the face and the folds of the clothing demonstrate his mastery of the copperplate. The surrounding oval frame provides a sense of depth, while the architectural base adds a sculptural quality to the overall design. This print reflects the formal aesthetic of the era, where portraiture functioned as a means of documenting lineage and social position. The clarity of the lines and the balanced composition are characteristic of Edelinck's output, which was highly regarded by his contemporaries for its fidelity to the original subjects.\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\/self-portrait-as-the-allegory-of-painting-artemisia-gentileschi\" 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;\"\u003eSelf-Portrait as the Allegory of Painting - Artemisia Gentileschi — Artemisia Gentileschi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gérard Edelinck","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442356162895,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442411245903,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442411278671,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58442411311439,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58442411344207,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58442411376975,"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":58442411409743,"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":58442411442511,"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":58442411475279,"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":58442411508047,"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":58442411540815,"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":58442411573583,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/douard-Colbert-Marquis-de-Villacerf_Poster_CompositorV1_1786209068968.jpg?v=1786396499"},{"product_id":"antoine-arnauld-gerard-edelinck","title":"Antoine Arnauld - Gérard Edelinck","description":"\u003cp\u003eA fine seventeenth-century engraving by Gérard Edelinck, portraying the theologian Antoine Arnauld with technical precision and formal clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Gérard Edelinck depicts Antoine Arnauld, a prominent French theologian and philosopher associated with the Jansenist movement. Edelinck, a Flemish engraver who spent much of his career in Paris, was highly regarded for his technical precision and his ability to translate the nuances of painted portraiture into the medium of copperplate engraving. This work is based on a painting by Philippe de Champaigne, a contemporary of Arnauld who frequently captured the austere and intellectual character of the Port-Royal circle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe portrait presents Arnauld within an oval frame, a common convention for seventeenth-century portrait prints. His expression is one of focused intensity, reflecting his reputation as a formidable debater and scholar. Edelinck employs a sophisticated system of cross-hatching and varied line weights to render the texture of Arnauld’s clerical garments and the subtle modelling of his features. The background remains dark, which directs the viewer's attention to the subject's face and the crisp white of his collar. Below the oval, the inscription identifies the sitter as a Doctor of the Sorbonne, providing context for his professional status.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEdelinck’s work demonstrates the high level of craftsmanship expected of royal engravers during the reign of Louis XIV. The clarity of the lines and the controlled tonal range allow for a faithful reproduction of the original composition. This print serves as a record of the intellectual climate of the period, capturing the likeness of a man whose writings influenced the theological debates of his time. The print is an example of the formal portraiture tradition that dominated European printmaking in the late seventeenth century, where the focus remained on the psychological presence of the sitter through disciplined technique.\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\/self-portrait-as-the-allegory-of-painting-artemisia-gentileschi\" 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;\"\u003eSelf-Portrait as the Allegory of Painting - Artemisia Gentileschi — Artemisia Gentileschi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gérard Edelinck","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442358194511,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442385424719,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442385457487,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58442385490255,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58442385523023,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58442385555791,"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":58442385588559,"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":58442385621327,"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":58442385654095,"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":58442385686863,"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":58442385719631,"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":58442385752399,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Antoine-Arnauld_Poster_CompositorV1_1786209026603.jpg?v=1786396517"},{"product_id":"robert-arnauld-dandilly-gerard-edelinck","title":"Robert Arnauld d'Andilly - Gérard Edelinck","description":"\u003cp\u003eA masterful seventeenth-century engraving by Gérard Edelinck, depicting the theologian Robert Arnauld d'Andilly in a contemplative, trompe l'oeil composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Gérard Edelinck depicts Robert Arnauld d'Andilly, a prominent figure associated with the Jansenist movement at Port-Royal. The print is based on a painting by Philippe de Champaigne, a contemporary of the sitter. Edelinck, a Flemish engraver who spent much of his career in France, demonstrates his technical mastery through the precise handling of the burin. The portrait captures the subject in a contemplative pose, his gaze directed away from the viewer, suggesting an intellectual or spiritual preoccupation. His hand rests upon a book, holding a scroll, which reinforces his identity as a man of letters and a theologian.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition employs a trompe l'oeil effect, where the subject appears to lean out from a stone frame. This architectural element adds a sense of physical presence to the figure. Below the portrait, a cartouche contains a Latin inscription, 'QVAM DVLCI SENET QVIETE', alongside a small landscape vignette featuring a swan on a river. This detail provides a symbolic layer to the work, often associated with the peaceful retirement of the subject at Port-Royal-des-Champs. The tonal range achieved through the cross-hatching and fine lines creates a sense of volume in the drapery and depth in the facial features, characteristic of the high standards of seventeenth-century French printmaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEdelinck was highly regarded for his ability to translate the painterly qualities of his sources into the medium of engraving. This work is a fine example of his skill in portraiture, balancing the formal requirements of the genre with a nuanced characterisation of the sitter. The print serves as a record of both the artistic collaboration between painter and engraver and the historical importance of the individual portrayed within the religious and intellectual climate of the 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\/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\/self-portrait-as-the-allegory-of-painting-artemisia-gentileschi\" 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;\"\u003eSelf-Portrait as the Allegory of Painting - Artemisia Gentileschi — Artemisia Gentileschi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gérard Edelinck","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442418094415,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442459644239,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442459677007,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58442459709775,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58442459742543,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58442459775311,"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":58442459808079,"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":58442459840847,"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":58442459873615,"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":58442459906383,"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":58442459939151,"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":58442459971919,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Robert-Arnauld-d-Andilly_Poster_CompositorV1_1786209251129.jpg?v=1786397000"},{"product_id":"portrait-of-eustache-teissier-gerard-edelinck","title":"Portrait of Eustache Teissier - Gérard Edelinck","description":"\u003cp\u003eA formal seventeenth-century engraving by Gérard Edelinck, depicting Eustache Teissier within an oval frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Gérard Edelinck depicts Eustache Teissier, the General of the Trinitarian Order. Edelinck, a Flemish engraver who spent much of his career in Paris, earned a reputation for his technical precision and his ability to translate the nuances of oil painting into the medium of copperplate engraving. His work often involved reproducing the portraits of prominent figures, and this piece demonstrates his command of line and tone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe subject is presented within a classic oval frame, a common convention for formal portraiture of the period. The surrounding text identifies Teissier and his ecclesiastical role. Below the portrait, a coat of arms provides a decorative element that balances the composition. Edelinck uses varying densities of cross-hatching and fine lines to render the texture of the subject's vestments and the soft modelling of his features. The light source is directed from the upper left, creating subtle shadows that give the face a sense of volume and presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEdelinck was known for his collaboration with painters, often working from their original canvases to create prints that circulated widely among the European elite. This portrait reflects the formal, restrained aesthetic of late seventeenth-century French printmaking. The focus remains on the sitter, with the engraver employing a disciplined approach to shading that avoids unnecessary ornamentation. The clarity of the lines and the balanced composition are characteristic of Edelinck's mature style, which prioritised accuracy and a refined finish. This print serves as a record of the visual culture of the era, where the dissemination of portraits through engraving allowed for the public recognition of religious and political figures.\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\/self-portrait-as-the-allegory-of-painting-artemisia-gentileschi\" 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;\"\u003eSelf-Portrait as the Allegory of Painting - Artemisia Gentileschi — Artemisia Gentileschi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gérard Edelinck","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442419110223,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442460135759,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442460168527,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58442460201295,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58442460234063,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58442460266831,"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":58442460299599,"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":58442460332367,"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":58442460365135,"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":58442460397903,"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":58442460430671,"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":58442460463439,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Portrait-of-Eustache-Teissier_Poster_CompositorV1_1786209277787.jpg?v=1786397035"},{"product_id":"portrait-of-fredericus-leonard-gerard-edelinck","title":"Portrait of Fredericus Leonard - Gérard Edelinck","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century engraving by Gérard Edelinck, portraying the printer Fredericus Leonard in a formal, scholarly setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Gérard Edelinck depicts Fredericus Leonard, a notable figure in the publishing world of the late seventeenth century. Edelinck, a Flemish engraver who spent much of his career in Paris, is recognised for his technical precision and his ability to translate the tonal qualities of oil painting into the medium of copperplate engraving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this portrait, Leonard is presented in a scholarly environment, seated before a shelf of bound volumes. He wears a voluminous periwig, a fashion characteristic of the period, and a coat with lace cuffs. His posture is relaxed yet formal, with one hand resting on a surface and the other gesturing slightly. The composition employs a subtle play of light and shadow, which defines the texture of his clothing and the contours of his face.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEdelinck uses a variety of line weights and cross-hatching techniques to create depth and volume. The background, featuring rows of books, provides a sense of intellectual context, suggesting Leonard's profession as a printer and bookseller to the French court. The inscription at the base of the print identifies the subject as the printer to the Dauphin, providing a clear historical anchor for the work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis print demonstrates the high level of craftsmanship associated with seventeenth-century French printmaking. Edelinck's work was highly regarded during his lifetime, and he was frequently commissioned to reproduce portraits of the aristocracy and prominent intellectuals. The clarity of the lines and the balanced composition reflect the formal aesthetic of the era, where portraiture functioned as a means of documenting status and professional identity. The work remains a fine example of the portrait engraving tradition, capturing both the individual likeness and the social expectations of the late Baroque 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\/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\/self-portrait-as-the-allegory-of-painting-artemisia-gentileschi\" 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;\"\u003eSelf-Portrait as the Allegory of Painting - Artemisia Gentileschi — Artemisia Gentileschi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gérard Edelinck","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442443096399,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442517119311,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442517152079,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58442517184847,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58442517217615,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58442517250383,"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":58442517283151,"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":58442517315919,"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":58442517348687,"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":58442517381455,"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":58442517414223,"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":58442517446991,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Portrait-of-Fredericus-Leonard_Poster_CompositorV1_1786209629299.jpg?v=1786397259"},{"product_id":"jean-charles-parent-gerard-edelinck","title":"Jean-Charles Parent - Gérard Edelinck","description":"\u003cp\u003eA refined seventeenth-century portrait engraving by Gérard Edelinck, capturing the likeness of Jean-Charles Parent with technical precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Gérard Edelinck depicts Jean-Charles Parent, a figure of the late seventeenth century. Edelinck, a Flemish engraver who spent much of his career in Paris, earned a reputation for his technical precision and his ability to translate the nuances of oil painting into the medium of copperplate engraving. This work demonstrates his mastery of line and tone, particularly in the rendering of the subject's voluminous, curled hair and the soft, reflective quality of his clothing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe portrait is presented within a classic oval frame, a common convention for formal portraiture of the period. The surrounding architectural elements, including the plinth at the base and the heraldic crest, provide a sense of stability and formality. The Latin inscription encircling the oval identifies the sitter, Joannes Carolus Parent, and notes his status. The composition relies on the contrast between the light-catching textures of the sitter's cravat and the darker, more subdued tones of his coat, creating a sense of depth and volume.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEdelinck worked from a painting by François de Troy or Jean Tortebat, as indicated by the 'pinxit' credit on the plate. His ability to capture the psychological presence of the sitter while maintaining the rigid discipline of the burin is evident here. The fine, parallel lines used to create the shadows on the face and the cross-hatching in the background demonstrate the methodical approach required for high-quality engraving during this era. This print offers a clear view into the aesthetic values of the French court and the broader European tradition of portraiture, where the sitter's identity and social standing were communicated through precise, controlled visual language.\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\/self-portrait-as-the-allegory-of-painting-artemisia-gentileschi\" 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;\"\u003eSelf-Portrait as the Allegory of Painting - Artemisia Gentileschi — Artemisia Gentileschi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gérard Edelinck","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442447389007,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442469998927,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442470031695,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58442470064463,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58442470097231,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58442470129999,"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":58442470162767,"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":58442470195535,"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":58442470228303,"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":58442470261071,"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":58442470293839,"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":58442470326607,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Jean-Charles-Parent_Poster_CompositorV1_1786209489419.jpg?v=1786397327"},{"product_id":"louis-duke-of-burgundy-gerard-edelinck","title":"Louis, Duke of Burgundy - Gérard Edelinck","description":"\u003cp\u003eA formal portrait engraving of Louis, Duke of Burgundy, by the Flemish master Gérard Edelinck, capturing the refined aesthetic of the late seventeenth-century French court.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Gérard Edelinck depicts Louis, Duke of Burgundy, the grandson of Louis XIV. The work is based on a painting by Jean-François de Troy. Edelinck, a Flemish engraver who spent his career in Paris, earned a reputation for his technical precision and ability to translate the textures of oil paint into the medium of copperplate engraving. His work was highly regarded by the French court, and he was appointed as the engraver to the King.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe portrait captures the young Duke in a formal, three-quarter view, set within a classic oval frame. He wears the elaborate wig characteristic of the late seventeenth-century French aristocracy, along with a lace cravat and a coat adorned with the insignia of the Order of the Holy Spirit. Edelinck employs a variety of hatching techniques to differentiate between the soft curls of the hair, the delicate lace of the jabot, and the metallic sheen of the embroidery on the coat. The composition is balanced and restrained, reflecting the formal portraiture conventions of the period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBelow the oval frame, a pedestal features the title of the subject and a heraldic emblem containing the fleur-de-lis. The background of the frame is rendered with fine, parallel lines that create a sense of depth and shadow, drawing the viewer's eye toward the central figure. This print provides a clear example of the high level of craftsmanship expected in royal portraiture during the reign of the Sun King. It remains a document of the visual language used to project authority and status within the French court. The print is executed with a high degree of technical control, demonstrating the mastery of line and tone that defined Edelinck's output.\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\/self-portrait-as-the-allegory-of-painting-artemisia-gentileschi\" 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;\"\u003eSelf-Portrait as the Allegory of Painting - Artemisia Gentileschi — Artemisia Gentileschi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gérard Edelinck","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442458923343,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442524819791,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442524852559,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58442524885327,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58442524918095,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58442524950863,"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":58442524983631,"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":58442525016399,"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":58442525049167,"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":58442525081935,"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":58442525114703,"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":58442525147471,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Louis-Duke-of-Burgundy_Poster_CompositorV1_1786209732241.jpg?v=1786397444"},{"product_id":"henri-de-lorraine-comte-dharcourt-gerard-edelinck","title":"Henri de Lorraine, Comte d'Harcourt - Gérard Edelinck","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century engraving by Gérard Edelinck, depicting the French nobleman Henri de Lorraine, Comte d'Harcourt, in formal military armour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Gérard Edelinck depicts Henri de Lorraine, Comte d'Harcourt, a prominent French nobleman and military commander. Edelinck, a Flemish engraver who spent much of his career in Paris, earned a reputation for his technical precision and ability to translate the painterly qualities of oil portraits into the medium of copperplate engraving. This work is based on a painting by Pierre Mignard, a favoured artist of the French court.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe portrait captures the subject in half-length, wearing polished plate armour that reflects the light through carefully rendered cross-hatching and burin work. The Comte is shown with the long, flowing hair typical of the period, and he wears a single earring, a detail that adds a sense of individual character to the formal military attire. A star-shaped order is visible on his breast, denoting his rank and status within the aristocracy. The composition is framed within an oval, a common device in seventeenth-century portraiture that directs the viewer's focus to the sitter's face and expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBelow the portrait, a small cartouche displays the family coat of arms, while the base of the print features a formal inscription identifying the sitter as Le Comte d'Harcour. The precision of the lines, particularly in the rendering of the metal surfaces and the textures of the fabric, demonstrates the high level of craftsmanship associated with Edelinck's output. This print serves as an example of the formal portraiture used to document the appearance and status of the French elite during the reign of Louis XIV. The monochromatic palette relies on the subtle variation of grey and black tones to create depth and volume, typical of the period's printmaking techniques.\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\/self-portrait-as-the-allegory-of-painting-artemisia-gentileschi\" 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;\"\u003eSelf-Portrait as the Allegory of Painting - Artemisia Gentileschi — Artemisia Gentileschi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gérard Edelinck","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442555621711,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442615947599,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442615980367,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58442616013135,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58442616045903,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58442616078671,"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":58442616111439,"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":58442616144207,"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":58442616176975,"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":58442616209743,"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":58442616242511,"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":58442616275279,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Henri-de-Lorraine-Comte-d-Harcourt_Poster_CompositorV1_1786209847639.jpg?v=1786397990"},{"product_id":"holy-family-gerard-edelinck","title":"Holy Family - Gérard Edelinck","description":"\u003cp\u003eA masterful 17th-century engraving by Gérard Edelinck, depicting the Holy Family with technical precision and tonal depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Gérard Edelinck depicts the Holy Family, a subject frequently explored by masters of the Renaissance and Baroque periods. Edelinck, a Flemish engraver who spent much of his career in France, was celebrated for his technical precision and his ability to translate the tonal qualities of paintings into the medium of copperplate engraving. This work demonstrates his mastery of line and shadow, capturing the soft textures of fabric and the delicate features of the figures with remarkable clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition features the Virgin Mary at the centre, holding the Christ Child, who reaches towards the young Saint John the Baptist. Saint Joseph is positioned in the background, observing the scene with a contemplative expression. An angel appears above, adding a sense of divine presence to the domestic setting. The use of cross-hatching and varied line weights allows Edelinck to create a sense of volume and depth, effectively mimicking the chiaroscuro effects found in the original paintings that inspired such prints.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEdelinck was often commissioned to reproduce works by famous painters, and his skill ensured that these images reached a wider audience across Europe. His prints were valued not only for their subject matter but for the sheer quality of the craftsmanship involved in the engraving process. This piece is a fine example of the reproductive print tradition, where the engraver acted as a bridge between the original painted composition and the collector who desired a high-quality monochrome version for their own study or library. The attention to detail, from the folds of the garments to the subtle expressions on the faces of the figures, reflects the high standards of the 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\/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\/self-portrait-as-the-allegory-of-painting-artemisia-gentileschi\" 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;\"\u003eSelf-Portrait as the Allegory of Painting - Artemisia Gentileschi — Artemisia Gentileschi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gérard Edelinck","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442555851087,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442618798415,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442618831183,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58442618863951,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58442618896719,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58442618929487,"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":58442618962255,"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":58442618995023,"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":58442619027791,"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":58442619060559,"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":58442619093327,"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":58442619126095,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Holy-Family_Poster_CompositorV1_1786209967329.jpg?v=1786397991"},{"product_id":"portrait-of-esprit-flechier-bishop-of-nimes-gerard-edelinck","title":"Portrait of Esprit Fléchier, Bishop of Nîmes - Gérard Edelinck","description":"\u003cp\u003eA formal seventeenth-century engraving by Gérard Edelinck, depicting Esprit Fléchier, Bishop of Nîmes, after a painting by Hyacinthe Rigaud.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Gérard Edelinck depicts Esprit Fléchier, the Bishop of Nîmes, a figure of significant standing in the French ecclesiastical and literary circles of the late seventeenth century. Edelinck, a Flemish engraver who spent much of his career in Paris, was highly regarded for his technical precision and his ability to translate the painterly qualities of contemporary portraits into the medium of copperplate engraving. This work is based on a painting by Hyacinthe Rigaud, the pre-eminent portraitist of the era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition follows the formal conventions of the period, presenting the subject within an oval frame, a common device in seventeenth-century portraiture that directs the viewer's focus to the sitter's countenance. Fléchier is shown in clerical attire, complete with a pectoral cross and the distinctive collar of his office. Below the oval, a cartouche displays his coat of arms, while the base of the print features a Latin inscription identifying the sitter and his titles. The engraving demonstrates Edelinck's mastery of line and tone, particularly in the rendering of the fabric of the bishop's robes and the subtle modelling of his features. The cross-hatching and varied line weights create a sense of volume and texture, typical of the high standards of the French school of engraving under Louis XIV.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEdelinck's work provides a clear record of the visual culture of the time, where the dissemination of portraits of public figures was a standard practice for establishing status and identity. The clarity of the lines and the balanced composition reflect the orderly aesthetic of the Baroque period. This print is a fine example of the collaborative relationship between painters and engravers, where the latter played a vital role in the circulation of artistic and political imagery across Europe.\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\/self-portrait-as-the-allegory-of-painting-artemisia-gentileschi\" 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;\"\u003eSelf-Portrait as the Allegory of Painting - Artemisia Gentileschi — Artemisia Gentileschi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gérard Edelinck","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442560340303,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442620076367,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442620109135,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58442620141903,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58442620174671,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58442620207439,"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":58442620240207,"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":58442620272975,"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":58442620305743,"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":58442620338511,"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":58442620371279,"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":58442620404047,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Portrait-of-Esprit-Fl-chier-Bishop-of-N-mes_Poster_CompositorV1_1786210088209.jpg?v=1786398027"},{"product_id":"nicolas-pinette-gerard-edelinck","title":"Nicolas Pinette - Gérard Edelinck","description":"\u003cp\u003eA formal portrait engraving by Gérard Edelinck depicting Nicolas Pinette, rendered with the technical precision characteristic of late seventeenth-century French printmaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Gérard Edelinck depicts Nicolas Pinette, a figure of note in late seventeenth-century France. Edelinck, a Flemish engraver who spent much of his career in Paris under the patronage of Louis XIV, was highly regarded for his technical precision and his ability to translate the nuances of oil painting into the medium of copperplate engraving. His work often captured the gravity and formal composure expected of the French administrative and religious elite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe portrait is presented within a trompe-l'oeil oval frame, a common device in the period to suggest a sculptural bust. Pinette is shown in a three-quarter view, wearing the clerical or academic attire typical of his station. The artist employs a sophisticated system of cross-hatching and varied line weights to render the texture of the subject's wig, the folds of his dark garment, and the subtle modelling of his facial features. The light source is directed from the left, creating a gentle chiaroscuro effect that gives the figure a sense of physical presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBelow the portrait, a plinth features an inscription detailing Pinette's role as a councillor to the King and director of the Hôpital Général. The text notes his death in 1694 at the age of eighty-one, providing a biographical anchor for the print. Edelinck's mastery of the burin is evident in the clarity of the lettering and the clean, controlled lines of the architectural base. This print serves as a representative example of the portrait engraving tradition in the age of the Sun King, where the focus remained on the dignity of the sitter and the technical rigour of the printmaker. The composition is balanced and restrained, reflecting the formal aesthetic values of the late Baroque period in France.\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\/self-portrait-as-the-allegory-of-painting-artemisia-gentileschi\" 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;\"\u003eSelf-Portrait as the Allegory of Painting - Artemisia Gentileschi — Artemisia Gentileschi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gérard Edelinck","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442587636047,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442628235599,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442628268367,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58442628301135,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58442628333903,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58442628366671,"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":58442628399439,"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":58442628432207,"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":58442628464975,"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":58442628497743,"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":58442628530511,"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":58442628563279,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Nicolas-Pinette_Poster_CompositorV1_1786210213163.jpg?v=1786398268"},{"product_id":"nicolas-coeffeteau-bishop-of-dardanie-gerard-edelinck","title":"Nicolas Coeffeteau, Bishop of Dardanie - Gérard Edelinck","description":"\u003cp\u003eA formal seventeenth-century engraving by Gérard Edelinck, depicting the Bishop of Dardanie with precise line work and traditional heraldic elements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Gérard Edelinck depicts Nicolas Coeffeteau, the Bishop of Dardanie. Edelinck, a Flemish engraver who spent much of his career in Paris, was highly regarded for his technical precision and his ability to translate the nuances of painted portraiture into the medium of copperplate engraving. His work often captured the formal dignity required for ecclesiastical and aristocratic subjects during the reign of Louis XIV.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe portrait is presented within a classic oval frame, a common convention for seventeenth-century portrait prints. Coeffeteau is shown in clerical attire, wearing a distinctive cap and a pectoral cross. The artist employs a sophisticated system of hatching and cross-hatching to define the textures of the fabric and the contours of the subject's face. The shading around the eyes and the beard demonstrates Edelinck's command over light and shadow, providing a sense of volume and presence to the figure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBelow the oval portrait, a small cartouche displays the subject's coat of arms, adding a layer of heraldic detail that reinforces the status of the sitter. The base of the print features a formal inscription in French, identifying the subject and his ecclesiastical titles. This type of print was intended for circulation among the educated elite, serving as a record of the individual's public identity. The clean lines and disciplined composition reflect the aesthetic standards of the period, where clarity and order were prized in both portraiture and printmaking. This piece offers a clear example of the high level of craftsmanship achieved by professional engravers in the late seventeenth century, who were responsible for disseminating the likenesses of important figures across Europe.\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\/self-portrait-as-the-allegory-of-painting-artemisia-gentileschi\" 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;\"\u003eSelf-Portrait as the Allegory of Painting - Artemisia Gentileschi — Artemisia Gentileschi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gérard Edelinck","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442599203151,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442630365519,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442630398287,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58442630431055,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58442630463823,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58442630496591,"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":58442630529359,"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":58442630562127,"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":58442630594895,"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":58442630627663,"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":58442630660431,"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":58442630693199,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Nicolas-Coeffeteau-Bishop-of-Dardanie_Poster_CompositorV1_1786210256927.jpg?v=1786398344"},{"product_id":"charles-dhozier-gerard-edelinck","title":"Charles d'Hozier - Gérard Edelinck","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century engraving by Gérard Edelinck, portraying the French genealogist Charles d'Hozier in formal attire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Gérard Edelinck depicts Charles d'Hozier, a figure of significant administrative standing in the French court of the late seventeenth century. Edelinck, a Flemish engraver who spent much of his career in Paris, earned a reputation for his technical precision and his ability to translate the texture of oil paintings into the medium of copperplate engraving. His work often involved reproducing portraits by contemporary painters, and this piece demonstrates his mastery of tonal variation and line work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe portrait captures d'Hozier in a formal, three-quarter pose. He is dressed in the attire of his station, with a voluminous periwig that frames his face. His hand rests upon a book, a detail that references his professional role as a genealogist and historian. The background features a heavy curtain and a classical column, elements common in the portraiture of the era to convey authority and intellectual weight. The composition is balanced, with the subject positioned to command the viewer's attention while the surrounding objects provide context for his public life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEdelinck employs a range of hatching techniques to define the folds of the fabric and the soft curls of the wig. The play of light across the subject's features and clothing creates a sense of volume and presence. At the base of the print, a cartouche containing a coat of arms and a detailed inscription identifies the sitter and his titles. This inclusion of heraldic and biographical information is characteristic of the period's approach to commemorative portraiture. The print serves as a record of the sitter's identity and professional status, rendered with the clarity and discipline that defined Edelinck's output during his time at the Gobelins manufactory.\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\/self-portrait-as-the-allegory-of-painting-artemisia-gentileschi\" 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;\"\u003eSelf-Portrait as the Allegory of Painting - Artemisia Gentileschi — Artemisia Gentileschi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gérard Edelinck","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442638295375,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442679484751,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442679517519,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58442679550287,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58442679583055,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58442679615823,"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":58442679648591,"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":58442679681359,"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":58442679714127,"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":58442679746895,"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":58442679779663,"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":58442679812431,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Charles-d-Hozier_Poster_CompositorV1_1786210328246.jpg?v=1786398632"},{"product_id":"jean-de-la-quintinye-gerard-edelinck","title":"Jean de La Quintinye - Gérard Edelinck","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century engraving by Gérard Edelinck portraying Jean de La Quintinye, the royal gardener to Louis XIV.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Gérard Edelinck depicts Jean de La Quintinye, the renowned agronomist and director of the royal fruit and vegetable gardens under Louis XIV. Edelinck, a Flemish engraver who spent much of his career in Paris, was highly regarded for his technical precision and his ability to translate the nuances of oil painting into the medium of copperplate engraving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe portrait captures La Quintinye within a classic oval frame, a common convention for seventeenth-century portraiture. His expression is composed and intellectual, reflecting his status as a man of science and horticulture. The artist employs a sophisticated system of cross-hatching and varied line weights to render the texture of the subject's voluminous periwig, the soft lace of his cravat, and the heavy folds of his drapery. The background remains dark, which pushes the figure forward and creates a sense of physical presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBelow the oval frame, a small coat of arms is integrated into the composition, followed by a cartouche containing the subject's name and his official title: 'Directeur de tous les Jardins Fruitiers et Potagers du Roy'. This inclusion provides historical context, identifying the sitter not merely as a private individual but as a significant figure within the French royal administration. The print demonstrates the high level of craftsmanship associated with the French school of engraving during the late seventeenth century. Edelinck's work was often sought after by the French court, and this portrait remains a fine example of his ability to combine formal rigour with a clear, readable likeness. The monochromatic palette and the controlled application of shadow contribute to the formal, dignified character of the work, making it a representative piece of Baroque portraiture.\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\/self-portrait-as-the-allegory-of-painting-artemisia-gentileschi\" 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;\"\u003eSelf-Portrait as the Allegory of Painting - Artemisia Gentileschi — Artemisia Gentileschi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gérard Edelinck","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442640818511,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442680631631,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442680664399,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58442680697167,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58442680729935,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58442680762703,"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":58442680795471,"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":58442680828239,"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":58442680861007,"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":58442680893775,"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":58442680926543,"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":58442680959311,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Jean-de-La-Quintinye_Poster_CompositorV1_1786210447585.jpg?v=1786398668"},{"product_id":"portrait-of-israel-silvestre-gerard-edelinck-1","title":"Portrait of Israël Silvestre - Gérard Edelinck","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century engraving by Gérard Edelinck, depicting the artist Israël Silvestre within an oval frame, accompanied by a Parisian cityscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Gérard Edelinck depicts the French draughtsman and etcher Israël Silvestre. Edelinck, a Flemish engraver who spent much of his career in Paris, was highly regarded for his technical precision and ability to translate the tonal qualities of oil paintings into the medium of copperplate engraving. The portrait is based on a painting by Charles Le Brun, whose signature appears on the plate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition follows the conventions of seventeenth-century portraiture. Silvestre is presented within an oval frame, his gaze directed toward the viewer. He wears the voluminous periwig characteristic of the period, which frames his face and cascades over his shoulders. The drapery of his clothing is rendered with fine, rhythmic lines that suggest the weight and texture of the fabric.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBelow the portrait, a cartouche contains a detailed cityscape of Paris, specifically showing the Pont Neuf and the surrounding architecture. This inclusion serves as a visual reference to Silvestre's own professional output, as he was well known for his topographical prints of French cities and monuments. The surrounding elements, including drafting tools such as a compass and set square, further identify the subject as an artist and architect. The precision of the cross-hatching and the subtle modulation of light across the face demonstrate Edelinck's mastery of the burin. The work is a fine example of the collaborative nature of print production in the French court, where painters and engravers worked in tandem to disseminate the likenesses of notable figures.\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\/self-portrait-as-the-allegory-of-painting-artemisia-gentileschi\" 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;\"\u003eSelf-Portrait as the Allegory of Painting - Artemisia Gentileschi — Artemisia Gentileschi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gérard Edelinck","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442647306575,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442682794319,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442682827087,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58442682859855,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58442682892623,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58442682925391,"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":58442682958159,"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":58442682990927,"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":58442683023695,"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":58442683056463,"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":58442683089231,"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":58442683121999,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Portrait-of-Isra-l-Silvestre_Poster_CompositorV1_1786210451218.jpg?v=1786398744"},{"product_id":"scevole-de-sainte-marthe-gerard-edelinck","title":"Scévole de Sainte-Marthe - Gérard Edelinck","description":"\u003cp\u003eA formal portrait engraving by Gérard Edelinck, depicting the French official Scévole de Sainte-Marthe within an oval frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Gérard Edelinck depicts Scévole de Sainte-Marthe, a French official who served as President and Treasurer of France at Poitiers. Edelinck, a Flemish engraver who spent much of his career in Paris under the patronage of Louis XIV, earned a reputation for his technical precision and his ability to translate the tonal qualities of oil paintings into the medium of copperplate engraving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe portrait is presented within a classic oval frame, a standard format for seventeenth-century portraiture. The subject wears a ruff collar and a cap, attire consistent with the late sixteenth-century period of his life, though the engraving itself dates to the later seventeenth century. Edelinck employs a sophisticated system of hatching and cross-hatching to define the textures of the fabric, the lace of the ruff, and the contours of the face. The lighting is controlled, creating a sense of volume in the subject's features while maintaining the clarity required for a formal portrait.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the base of the oval frame, a coat of arms is included, providing a heraldic identification of the subject. Below this, a cartouche contains the inscription identifying the sitter and his titles. This work demonstrates the high level of craftsmanship associated with the French school of engraving during the reign of the Sun King. Edelinck was known for his work after artists such as Hyacinthe Rigaud and Charles Le Brun, and his skill in rendering character and texture is evident here. 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