{"title":"Jean Bernard","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"visitekaart-van-philippe-metayer-tabakshandelaar-jean-bernard","title":"Visitekaart van Philippe Metayer, tabakshandelaar - Jean Bernard","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed eighteenth-century trade card by Dutch artist Jean Bernard, advertising the Amsterdam tobacco shop of Philippe Metayer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis trade card, or visitekaart, produced by the Dutch artist Jean Bernard, serves as a functional advertisement for Philippe Metayer, a tobacco merchant based in Amsterdam. The composition is structured around a central cartouche, which features a detailed, miniature cityscape of Paris. This visual reference to the French capital likely served to associate the merchant's goods with the prestige of Parisian imports, a common marketing strategy for eighteenth and early nineteenth-century European retailers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe surrounding text provides specific details regarding the merchant's location, identifying his shop on the Kalverstraat, opposite the Gaper Steeg in Amsterdam. The typography is elegant, reflecting the formal conventions of the period. The cartouche itself is rendered in a rococo-inspired style, with scrolling flourishes that frame the cityscape. Jean Bernard, known for his work as a draughtsman and etcher, demonstrates a high degree of precision in the fine lines of the architecture and the decorative border.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTrade cards of this era were essential tools for commerce, often kept by customers as a record of a shop's address and services. This particular example is preserved in the collection of the Rijksmuseum, demonstrating the intersection of commercial utility and graphic design in the late eighteenth century. The work is printed on a cream-toned paper, which has aged to a soft, neutral hue. The etching technique allows for a crispness in the lettering and the delicate rendering of the skyline, making it a fine example of period ephemera. It offers a glimpse into the retail environment of historic Amsterdam, where international trade and local commerce converged in the daily lives of its citizens.\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\/title-page-for-vaderlandsche-kermisvreugd-carel-frederik-bendorp-i\" 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;\"\u003eTitle Page for Vaderlandsche Kermisvreugd - Carel Frederik Bendorp (I) — Carel Frederik Bendorp (I)\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/landscape-with-travelers-ferdinand-kobell\" 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;\"\u003eLandscape with Travelers - Ferdinand Kobell — Ferdinand Kobell\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jean Bernard","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58360520737103,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58360526307663,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58360526340431,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58360526373199,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58360526405967,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58360526438735,"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":58360526471503,"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":58360526504271,"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":58360526537039,"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":58360526569807,"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":58360526602575,"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":58360526635343,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Visitekaart-van-Philippe-Metayer-tabakshandelaar_Poster_CompositorV1_1785533553405.jpg?v=1785533762"},{"product_id":"wapen-met-drie-lelies-jean-bernard","title":"Wapen met drie lelies - Jean Bernard","description":"\u003cp\u003eA refined heraldic etching by Jean Bernard featuring a crown-topped shield with fleur-de-lis motifs, originally designed as a commercial label.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by the Dutch artist Jean Bernard presents a formal heraldic composition centred on a shield bearing the fleur-de-lis, a motif historically associated with French royalty. The central oval shield is surmounted by a crown and framed by elaborate, flowing acanthus-like ornamentation. The design incorporates rays of light emanating from behind the shield, adding a sense of radiance to the emblem. Below the main composition, the inscription 'Tabac a la Violette' suggests this print functioned as a commercial label or trade card for a luxury tobacco product, a common practice for engravers of the period who often produced decorative ephemera for merchants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJean Bernard, active during the late eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries, was known for his technical precision in printmaking. His work often reflects the formal rigour of the era, balancing decorative flourishes with clear, structured lines. The etching demonstrates a high level of control, particularly in the rendering of the metallic textures of the crown and the delicate shading within the shield. The composition is contained within a rectangular border, typical of eighteenth-century print design, which separates the heraldic subject from the surrounding paper margin. The inclusion of the artist's signature in the lower right corner confirms the work as a deliberate, finished piece rather than a mere sketch. This print offers a glimpse into the intersection of fine art engraving and the commercial culture of the time, where heraldic imagery was frequently employed to convey quality and prestige for consumer goods. The monochromatic palette and fine line work are characteristic of the period's preference for clarity and classical order in graphic design.\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\/title-page-for-vaderlandsche-kermisvreugd-carel-frederik-bendorp-i\" 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;\"\u003eTitle Page for Vaderlandsche Kermisvreugd - Carel Frederik Bendorp (I) — Carel Frederik Bendorp (I)\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/landscape-with-travelers-ferdinand-kobell\" 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;\"\u003eLandscape with Travelers - Ferdinand Kobell — Ferdinand Kobell\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jean Bernard","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58360537776463,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58360544133455,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58360544166223,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58360544198991,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58360544231759,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58360544264527,"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":58360544297295,"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":58360544330063,"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":58360544362831,"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":58360544395599,"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":58360544428367,"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":58360544461135,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Wapen-met-drie-lelies_Poster_CompositorV1_1785533729211.jpg?v=1785533991"},{"product_id":"title-vignette-with-monogram-w-p-k-jean-bernard","title":"Title Vignette with Monogram W.P.K. - Jean Bernard","description":"\u003cp\u003eA refined nineteenth-century etching by Jean Bernard, featuring a decorative monogram surrounded by artistic and professional symbols.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Jean Bernard functions as a title vignette, a decorative element traditionally used in book production to adorn the opening pages of a volume. The composition centres on an oval cartouche containing the intertwined monogram W.P.K., rendered in elegant, flowing script. The artist surrounds this central emblem with a collection of objects that signify the intellectual and artistic pursuits of the owner. These include a portfolio, a palette with brushes, a T-square, and a caduceus, all suspended from a delicate ribbon bow at the top. The arrangement follows the conventions of the trophy motif, where symbolic items are grouped to represent the character or profession of an individual.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBernard employs a precise, controlled line quality characteristic of early nineteenth-century printmaking. The hatching techniques provide subtle volume to the objects, while the negative space remains clean and uncluttered. The inclusion of a smaller, lighter pencil sketch at the bottom of the sheet offers a glimpse into the artist's preparatory process, showing the initial layout of the vignette before the final etching was completed. This work reflects the period's interest in refined, classical ornamentation and the personal identification of books through bespoke graphic design. The balance between the rigid geometry of the tools and the fluid lines of the monogram demonstrates the technical skill required for such small-scale, detailed engraving. As a piece of historical ephemera, it provides insight into the aesthetic values of the era, where even functional book components were treated with artistic care and attention to detail.\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\/title-page-for-vaderlandsche-kermisvreugd-carel-frederik-bendorp-i\" 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;\"\u003eTitle Page for Vaderlandsche Kermisvreugd - Carel Frederik Bendorp (I) — Carel Frederik Bendorp (I)\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/landscape-with-travelers-ferdinand-kobell\" 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;\"\u003eLandscape with Travelers - Ferdinand Kobell — Ferdinand Kobell\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jean Bernard","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58360559567183,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58360584634703,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58360584667471,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58360584700239,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58360584733007,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58360584765775,"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":58360584798543,"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":58360584831311,"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":58360584864079,"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":58360584896847,"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":58360584929615,"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":58360584962383,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Title-Vignette-with-Monogram-W.P.K_Poster_CompositorV1_1785534124201.jpg?v=1785534435"},{"product_id":"four-bull-heads-jean-bernard","title":"Four Bull Heads - Jean Bernard","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed lithographic study of four bull heads by Dutch artist Jean Bernard, showcasing precise anatomical observation and nineteenth-century animalier style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis lithograph by Jean Bernard presents four distinct studies of bull heads, captured with the precision characteristic of nineteenth-century Dutch animalier art. Bernard, a draughtsman and lithographer, focused his practice on the observation of livestock, producing numerous series that documented the physical variations of cattle. Each head is rendered in profile or three-quarter view, allowing for a clear examination of the musculature, horn structure, and facial expressions of the animals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is sparse, placing the four heads against a neutral background to ensure the viewer focuses on the anatomical details. Bernard employs fine, controlled strokes to suggest the texture of the hide and the density of the coat. The bottom-right figure includes a yoke, providing context for the animal's role in agricultural labour. This inclusion reflects the period's interest in rural life and the documentation of domestic animals as both economic assets and subjects of artistic inquiry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJean Bernard was active during a period when lithography became a primary medium for disseminating natural history and agricultural studies. His work is noted for its technical clarity and observational accuracy. By isolating these heads, the artist invites a comparison between the different breeds and temperaments of the bulls. The print serves as a record of historical livestock types, presented with a balance of scientific rigour and artistic sensitivity. The monochromatic palette and the focus on line work demonstrate the capabilities of early lithographic techniques to replicate the quality of a pencil or charcoal drawing. This piece is suitable for those interested in the history of animal illustration or the development of agricultural iconography in European art.\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\/rats-peintres-alias-rapins-gustave-dore\" 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;\"\u003eRats peintres (alias rapins) - Gustave Doré — Gustave Doré\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/civitella-di-subiaco-edward-lear\" 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;\"\u003eCivitella di Subiaco - Edward Lear — Edward Lear\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jean Bernard","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58360570970447,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58360589451599,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58360589484367,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58360589517135,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58360589549903,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58360589582671,"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":58360589615439,"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":58360589648207,"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":58360589680975,"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":58360589713743,"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":58360589746511,"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":58360589779279,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Four-Bull-Heads_Poster_CompositorV1_1785534284715.jpg?v=1785534612"},{"product_id":"wapen-met-fleur-de-lys-tabac-a-la-violette-jean-bernard","title":"Wapen met fleur de lys (Tabac a la Violette) - Jean Bernard","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed eighteenth-century etching by Jean Bernard featuring a royal fleur-de-lys crest and decorative scrollwork, originally used as a commercial trade label.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Jean Bernard presents a formal heraldic composition centred on the fleur-de-lys, the traditional emblem of the French monarchy. The central oval shield displays three fleur-de-lys, surmounted by a royal crown and surrounded by elaborate acanthus-leaf scrollwork. The inclusion of the cross of the Order of the Holy Spirit at the base indicates a connection to French royal authority. The inscription, Tabac a la Violette, suggests this print functioned as a trade label or a decorative advertisement for a luxury goods merchant, a common practice for engravers of the period who produced commercial ephemera alongside fine art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBernard employs a precise etching technique to define the textures of the metallic crown, the soft curves of the foliage, and the radiating light beams behind the shield. The composition follows the conventions of late eighteenth-century French engraving, where balance and symmetry govern the arrangement of decorative elements. The line work is controlled, allowing for clear legibility of the heraldic symbols while maintaining a sense of ornamental grace. The paper tone and the crispness of the impression reflect the high standards of print production during this era. This work provides a glimpse into the intersection of heraldic tradition and the commercial culture of the period, where high-status imagery was utilised to market specific products to an affluent clientele.\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\/title-page-for-vaderlandsche-kermisvreugd-carel-frederik-bendorp-i\" 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;\"\u003eTitle Page for Vaderlandsche Kermisvreugd - Carel Frederik Bendorp (I) — Carel Frederik Bendorp (I)\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/landscape-with-travelers-ferdinand-kobell\" 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;\"\u003eLandscape with Travelers - Ferdinand Kobell — Ferdinand Kobell\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jean Bernard","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58360571920719,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58360591712591,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58360591745359,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58360591778127,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58360591810895,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58360591843663,"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":58360591876431,"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":58360591909199,"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":58360591941967,"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":58360591974735,"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":58360592007503,"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":58360592040271,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Wapen-met-fleur-de-lys-Tabac-a-la-Violette-_Poster_CompositorV1_1785534511659.jpg?v=1785534623"},{"product_id":"title-vignette-for-the-catalogue-of-the-art-estate-of-louis-metayer-phzn-jean-bernard","title":"Title Vignette for the Catalogue of the Art Estate of Louis Metayer Phzn. - Jean Bernard","description":"\u003cp\u003eA neoclassical title vignette by Jean Bernard, featuring an allegorical putto and symbols of artistic practice, designed for the catalogue of Louis Metayer Phzn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work by the Dutch artist Jean Bernard serves as a title vignette, a decorative element traditionally placed at the beginning of a printed catalogue. The composition centres on a funerary monument or plinth, which bears the monogram of Louis Metayer Phzn. A putto sits atop this structure, gesturing with a torch, a common motif in neoclassical iconography representing the light of art or the memory of the deceased. The scene is grounded by symbols of artistic practice, including a palette, brushes, and a book, which suggest the professional life of the collector whose estate this catalogue documented.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBernard employs a refined ink and wash technique to create a sense of three-dimensional form. The shading is subtle, providing volume to the stone plinth and the figure of the putto. The surrounding flora is rendered with delicate, calligraphic strokes, typical of the period's preference for balanced, orderly compositions. The work reflects the conventions of late eighteenth and early nineteenth-century Dutch graphic design, where allegorical figures were frequently used to provide a sense of dignity and historical continuity to private collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a piece of ephemera, this drawing offers a glimpse into the presentation of art collections during the period. The use of the caduceus, visible near the base of the monument, further adds to the classical vocabulary employed by the artist. The overall aesthetic is one of restraint and clarity, prioritising the legibility of the monogram while maintaining a decorative quality suitable for a printed publication. This print captures the intersection of personal tribute and professional documentation, characteristic of the era's approach to cataloguing private art holdings.\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\/title-page-for-vaderlandsche-kermisvreugd-carel-frederik-bendorp-i\" 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;\"\u003eTitle Page for Vaderlandsche Kermisvreugd - Carel Frederik Bendorp (I) — Carel Frederik Bendorp (I)\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/landscape-with-travelers-ferdinand-kobell\" 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;\"\u003eLandscape with Travelers - Ferdinand Kobell — Ferdinand Kobell\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jean Bernard","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58360762925391,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58360764268879,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58360764301647,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58360764334415,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58360764367183,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58360764399951,"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":58360764432719,"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":58360764465487,"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":58360764498255,"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":58360764531023,"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":58360764563791,"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":58360764596559,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Title-Vignette-for-the-Catalogue-of-the-Art-Estate-of-Louis-Metayer-Phzn_Poster_CompositorV1_1785538179678.jpg?v=1785538274"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.co.uk\/collections\/jean-bernard.oembed","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}