{"title":"Johann Theodor De Bry","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"grotesque-with-female-torso-flanked-by-putti-supporting-a-canopy-and-holding-blossoming-branches-johann-theodor-de-bry","title":"Grotesque with Female Torso Flanked by Putti Supporting a Canopy and Holding Blossoming Branches - Johann Theodor de Bry","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed Northern Mannerist engraving by Johann Theodor de Bry, featuring a symmetrical grotesque design with hybrid figures and scrolling foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Johann Theodor de Bry belongs to the tradition of Northern Mannerist ornament prints. The composition is contained within an oval frame, a common format for decorative designs intended for goldsmiths, cabinet makers, or print collectors of the late sixteenth century. The central figure is a female torso emerging from a tapering, sheath-like base, a motif frequently employed in grotesque ornamentation to blend human form with architectural or vegetal elements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlanking the central figure are two putti, each possessing a fish-like tail, which suggests a hybrid creature common in the period's visual vocabulary. These figures hold blossoming branches that extend outward, creating a symmetrical arrangement. Above the female torso, a small canopy provides a sense of architectural structure, while a winged cherub head sits at the base of the design, anchoring the vertical axis. The background is filled with fine, cross-hatched lines, which provide a dark contrast to the lighter, modelled figures and scrolling foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJohann Theodor de Bry, son of the publisher Theodor de Bry, was a skilled engraver who produced numerous series of ornamental prints. These works were not intended as independent fine art in the modern sense, but rather as pattern books for craftsmen. The precision of the line work demonstrates the technical mastery required for such small-scale production. The composition relies on a strict bilateral symmetry, typical of the period's fascination with order and classical revival. The inclusion of the signature 'I. Theo: de Bry fe.' at the bottom confirms the artist's role as the engraver. This print offers a clear view into the decorative tastes of the late Renaissance, where the boundaries between human, animal, and plant life were fluid and often combined to create imaginative, ornamental forms.\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-hendrik-goltzius-jan-harmensz-muller\" 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 Hendrik Goltzius - Jan Harmensz. Muller — Jan Harmensz. Muller\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/triomferende-christus-hieronymus-wierix\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eTriomferende Christus - Hieronymus Wierix — Hieronymus Wierix\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Johann Theodor de Bry","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485342077263,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485345812815,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485345845583,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58485345878351,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58485345911119,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58485345943887,"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":58485345976655,"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":58485346009423,"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":58485346042191,"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":58485346074959,"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":58485346107727,"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":58485346140495,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Grotesque-with-Female-Torso-Flanked-by-Putti-Supporting-a-Canopy-and-Holding-Blossoming-Branches_Poster_CompositorV1_1786361211322.jpg?v=1786839175"},{"product_id":"grotesque-with-a-winged-female-torso-flanked-by-owls-johann-theodor-de-bry","title":"Grotesque with a Winged Female Torso Flanked by Owls - Johann Theodor de Bry","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed Mannerist engraving by Johann Theodor de Bry, featuring a symmetrical grotesque design with a winged female torso and owls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Johann Theodor de Bry belongs to the tradition of the grotesque, a decorative style that gained popularity in the late sixteenth century. The composition is contained within an oval frame, presenting a symmetrical arrangement of hybrid forms. At the centre, a winged female torso emerges from a tapering base, her arms extended to hold decorative elements. She is flanked by two owls, which sit atop scrolling foliage. The lower portion of the design features a mask, a common motif in Mannerist ornamentation, surrounded by serpentine shapes and delicate leaf patterns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDe Bry, a member of a prominent family of engravers and publishers, utilised the burin to create fine, precise lines. The work demonstrates the technical control required to balance the dark, hatched background with the lighter, more detailed figures. This contrast allows the central figure and the surrounding creatures to emerge from the shadows, creating a sense of depth despite the flat, ornamental nature of the design. The inclusion of insects and floral elements adds to the density of the composition, reflecting the period interest in natural history combined with mythological or fantastical invention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuch prints were often produced as models for craftsmen, including goldsmiths, cabinet makers, and painters. They provided a visual vocabulary for decorative schemes in domestic and public interiors. The symmetry and the controlled, rhythmic flow of the lines are characteristic of the late Renaissance period in Northern Europe. By focusing on the interplay between human, animal, and plant forms, the artist creates a balanced, self-contained world. This print offers a clear example of the technical skill and imaginative design that defined the work of the de Bry workshop 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-hendrik-goltzius-jan-harmensz-muller\" 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 Hendrik Goltzius - Jan Harmensz. Muller — Jan Harmensz. Muller\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/triomferende-christus-hieronymus-wierix\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eTriomferende Christus - Hieronymus Wierix — Hieronymus Wierix\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Johann Theodor de Bry","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485346566479,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485350531407,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485350564175,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58485350596943,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58485350629711,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58485350662479,"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":58485350695247,"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":58485350728015,"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":58485350760783,"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":58485350793551,"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":58485350826319,"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":58485350859087,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Grotesque-with-a-Winged-Female-Torso-Flanked-by-Owls_Poster_CompositorV1_1786361487220.jpg?v=1786839275"},{"product_id":"triumphal-procession-of-bacchus-johann-theodor-de-bry","title":"Triumphal Procession of Bacchus - Johann Theodor de Bry","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed engraving by Johann Theodor de Bry depicting the mythological Triumphal Procession of Bacchus, featuring a lively retinue of satyrs and maenads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Johann Theodor de Bry depicts the classical subject of the Triumphal Procession of Bacchus. As a member of the prominent de Bry family of engravers and publishers, Johann Theodor was active in Frankfurt and Oppenheim, producing works that circulated widely across Europe. The composition follows the conventions of Northern Mannerism, characterised by a crowded, energetic scene filled with mythological figures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBacchus is shown seated upon a chariot, surrounded by a retinue of satyrs, maenads, and other figures associated with his cult. The scene is dense with activity, featuring figures playing musical instruments, carrying offerings, and engaging in the revelry associated with the god of wine. In the background, a classical structure provides a sense of architectural order, contrasting with the chaotic movement of the procession in the foreground. The artist employs fine hatching and cross-hatching techniques to define the musculature of the figures and the textures of the surrounding environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLatin inscriptions at the base of the print provide context for the imagery, identifying the participants and the nature of the festivities. These texts were common in prints of this period, serving to educate the viewer on the classical themes being presented. The work reflects the interest in antiquity that permeated the Renaissance and Baroque periods, where artists drew upon Greco-Roman mythology to explore human nature, excess, and the divine. The precision of the line work is typical of the high standards maintained by the de Bry workshop, which played a significant role in the dissemination of visual culture through print media during the late sixteenth and early seventeenth 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-hendrik-goltzius-jan-harmensz-muller\" 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 Hendrik Goltzius - Jan Harmensz. Muller — Jan Harmensz. Muller\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/madonna-and-child-with-saint-peter-saint-francis-and-saint-stephen-agostino-carracci\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eMadonna and Child with Saint Peter, Saint Francis, and Saint Stephen - Agostino Carracci — Agostino Carracci\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Johann Theodor de Bry","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485358199119,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485361967439,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485362000207,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58485362032975,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58485362065743,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58485362098511,"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":58485362131279,"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":58485362164047,"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":58485362196815,"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":58485362229583,"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":58485362262351,"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":58485362295119,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Triumphal-Procession-of-Bacchus_Poster_CompositorV1_1786361888501.jpg?v=1786839711"},{"product_id":"golden-age-johann-theodor-de-bry","title":"Golden Age - Johann Theodor de Bry","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed 1608 circular engraving by Johann Theodor de Bry, depicting the mythological Golden Age in a peaceful, pastoral setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis circular engraving, dated 1608, depicts the mythological Golden Age, a period of peace and abundance according to classical tradition. Johann Theodor de Bry, a prominent Flemish engraver and publisher, executed this work after a design by Abraham Bloemaert. The composition presents an idyllic, pastoral scene where humanity lives in harmony with nature. Figures lounge in a lush, wooded setting, surrounded by various animals, including a peacock and a goat, which suggest a state of untroubled existence. The scene is framed by a cartouche at the top containing French verse and another at the bottom with Latin text, both describing the virtues of this era, such as the absence of law, force, or constraint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe technical execution demonstrates the precision characteristic of de Bry's workshop. The use of fine, controlled lines creates a sense of depth and texture across the foliage, the figures, and the distant clouds. The circular format, or tondo, focuses the viewer's attention on the central gathering of figures, while the surrounding trees and animals provide a sense of enclosure. The inclusion of putti at the base, supporting the Latin inscription, adds a decorative element common to the period's print culture. This work reflects the interest in classical themes that permeated European art during the early seventeenth century. It serves as a visual interpretation of Ovidian mythology, where the earth provides sustenance without the need for labour. The print is a fine example of the collaborative nature of printmaking during this era, where the roles of inventor and engraver were often distinct, allowing for a high degree of technical refinement in the final 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-hendrik-goltzius-jan-harmensz-muller\" 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 Hendrik Goltzius - Jan Harmensz. Muller — Jan Harmensz. Muller\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/madonna-and-child-with-saint-peter-saint-francis-and-saint-stephen-agostino-carracci\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eMadonna and Child with Saint Peter, Saint Francis, and Saint Stephen - Agostino Carracci — Agostino Carracci\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Johann Theodor de Bry","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485367701839,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485369962831,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485369995599,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58485370028367,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58485370061135,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58485370093903,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58485370126671,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58485370159439,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58485370192207,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58485370224975,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58485370257743,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58485370290511,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Golden-Age_Poster_CompositorV1_1786362373091.jpg?v=1786840030"},{"product_id":"dorpskermis-johann-theodor-de-bry","title":"Dorpskermis - Johann Theodor de Bry","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed sixteenth-century engraving by Johann Theodor de Bry, capturing the chaotic energy and social life of a traditional village fair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Johann Theodor de Bry depicts a lively village fair, a popular subject in late sixteenth-century Northern European printmaking. The composition is expansive, capturing a multitude of activities occurring simultaneously across the scene. To the left, figures engage in various games and social interactions near a tall pole, while the centre features a tavern where patrons gather at tables. The background reveals a village with a church and castle, providing a sense of place and scale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDe Bry employs a precise, linear technique characteristic of the period. The engraving is dense with detail, from the expressions of the individual figures to the architectural elements of the buildings. The work reflects the interest of the time in documenting the customs and daily life of the rural population. The inclusion of Latin text at the bottom provides a moralising or descriptive commentary on the scene, a common feature in prints intended for a learned audience. The artist, a member of a prominent family of engravers and publishers, demonstrates technical mastery in the handling of the burin to create texture and depth within a two-dimensional space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis print offers a window into the social dynamics of the era. The juxtaposition of the church, the tavern, and the festive activities suggests a complex view of communal life. The work is not merely a record of an event, but a carefully constructed image that balances narrative detail with formal composition. Collectors of early modern prints will appreciate the clarity of the lines and the preservation of the original plate marks. It is a fine example of the narrative capacity of the engraving medium during the transition from the Renaissance to the 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-hendrik-goltzius-jan-harmensz-muller\" 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 Hendrik Goltzius - Jan Harmensz. Muller — Jan Harmensz. Muller\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/madonna-and-child-with-saint-peter-saint-francis-and-saint-stephen-agostino-carracci\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eMadonna and Child with Saint Peter, Saint Francis, and Saint Stephen - Agostino Carracci — Agostino Carracci\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Johann Theodor de Bry","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485381300559,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485385789775,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485385822543,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58485385855311,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58485385888079,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58485385920847,"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":58485385953615,"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":58485385986383,"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":58485386019151,"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":58485386051919,"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":58485386084687,"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":58485386117455,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Dorpskermis_Poster_CompositorV1_1786363119220.jpg?v=1786840455"},{"product_id":"god-spreekt-met-adam-en-eva-in-het-paradijs-johann-theodor-de-bry","title":"God spreekt met Adam en Eva in het Paradijs - Johann Theodor de Bry","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed circular engraving by Johann Theodor de Bry depicting the biblical scene of God speaking to Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis circular engraving by Johann Theodor de Bry depicts the biblical narrative of God addressing Adam and Eve within the Garden of Eden. The composition is organised within a tondo, a format that encourages the viewer to focus on the central figures while absorbing the surrounding details. Adam and Eve are positioned in the foreground, their forms rendered with the precise, controlled line work characteristic of late sixteenth-century Flemish printmaking. They appear in a state of reverence, surrounded by a diverse array of animals that populate the garden, including a lion, a hedgehog, and various birds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe background reveals a sprawling, open vista that recedes into the distance, showing a mountainous horizon. This use of space allows the artist to demonstrate technical skill in creating depth through atmospheric perspective. Above, a cloud formation contains the Hebrew tetragrammaton, representing the divine presence. The inclusion of numerous species reflects the period interest in natural history and the classification of the created world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDe Bry, a member of a prominent family of engravers and publishers, utilised the medium of copperplate engraving to achieve high levels of detail. The cross-hatching and fine lines define the textures of the foliage, the animals' fur, and the human figures. The work functions as both a religious narrative and a display of technical virtuosity. The circular frame is completed by a cartouche at the base, which contains text in a mirror-image script, typical of the printing process before the final impression. This print offers a view into the aesthetic priorities of the era, where biblical themes were frequently combined with meticulous observation of the natural world.\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-hendrik-goltzius-jan-harmensz-muller\" 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 Hendrik Goltzius - Jan Harmensz. Muller — Jan Harmensz. Muller\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/madonna-and-child-with-saint-peter-saint-francis-and-saint-stephen-agostino-carracci\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eMadonna and Child with Saint Peter, Saint Francis, and Saint Stephen - Agostino Carracci — Agostino Carracci\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Johann Theodor de Bry","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485482815823,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485490417999,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485490450767,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58485490483535,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58485490516303,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58485490549071,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58485490581839,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58485490614607,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58485490647375,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58485490680143,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58485490712911,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58485490745679,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/God-spreekt-met-Adam-en-Eva-in-het-Paradijs_Poster_CompositorV1_1786363566129.jpg?v=1786840991"},{"product_id":"judith-and-holofernes-johann-theodor-de-bry","title":"Judith and Holofernes - Johann Theodor de Bry","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed circular engraving by Johann Theodor de Bry depicting the biblical scene of Judith and Holofernes, executed in the Northern Mannerist style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis circular engraving by Johann Theodor de Bry depicts the biblical narrative of Judith beheading the Assyrian general Holofernes. The composition is contained within a tondo, a format frequently used in the late sixteenth century for decorative prints and metalwork designs. De Bry employs a precise, linear technique characteristic of the period, using hatching and cross-hatching to define the muscular anatomy of Holofernes and the voluminous drapery of Judith's garments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe scene captures the moment of action, with Judith raising her sword while gripping the hair of the sleeping general. In the background, an attendant waits near a doorway, providing a sense of spatial depth. The inclusion of a shelf filled with vessels and a lit candle on a side table adds domestic detail to the dramatic event. The circular border contains Latin text, a common feature in prints intended for collectors or as models for goldsmiths and engravers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJohann Theodor de Bry was a member of a prominent family of engravers and publishers based in Frankfurt. His work reflects the influence of the Northern Mannerist style, which favoured elongated figures and a high degree of technical finish. The print demonstrates the artist's ability to manage complex lighting and texture within a restricted circular frame. The contrast between the dark interior and the illuminated figures creates a focused narrative, directing the viewer's attention to the central struggle. This piece serves as an example of the high level of craftsmanship found in late Renaissance printmaking, where the engraving process allowed for the dissemination of complex iconographic subjects to a wider audience of scholars and artisans.\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-hendrik-goltzius-jan-harmensz-muller\" 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 Hendrik Goltzius - Jan Harmensz. Muller — Jan Harmensz. 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De Bry, a member of a prominent family of engravers and publishers, demonstrates the technical precision characteristic of the late sixteenth and early seventeenth-century Flemish printmaking tradition. The composition is contained within a circular frame, a format often utilised in the period for decorative emblems or allegorical illustrations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe scene features a group of figures in contemporary Renaissance attire gathered within an architectural setting defined by classical columns. The perspective leads the eye toward a distant cityscape visible through the open centre of the structure. The figures are arranged in social groupings, with some engaged in conversation while others observe the proceedings. The inclusion of text within the upper and lower segments of the circular border provides moral or literary context, a common feature in the emblem books produced by the de Bry workshop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe engraving technique employs fine, controlled lines to define the textures of the clothing, the architectural details, and the facial expressions of the participants. The shading is achieved through cross-hatching, which creates a sense of volume and depth within the confined space. The presence of a small dog in the foreground and various vessels on the floor adds a domestic quality to the otherwise formal assembly. This work reflects the interest in classical themes and moralising narratives that occupied the intellectual circles of the time. The print serves as an example of the high level of craftsmanship associated with the de Bry family, whose output was widely distributed across Europe, influencing the visual culture of the era through their detailed and narrative-driven compositions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/the-virgin-annunciate-agostino-carracci\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Virgin Annunciate - Agostino Carracci — Agostino Carracci\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/sparking-alfred-jones\" 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;\"\u003eSparking - Alfred Jones — Alfred Jones\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Johann Theodor de Bry","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485499625807,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485505327439,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485505360207,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58485505392975,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58485505425743,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58485505458511,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58485505491279,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58485505524047,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58485505556815,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58485505589583,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58485505622351,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58485505655119,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Het-Venetiaanse-Bal-of-de-bruiloft-van-Antenor_Poster_CompositorV1_1786364048454.jpg?v=1786841411"},{"product_id":"title-page-for-emblemata-saecularia-johann-theodor-de-bry","title":"Title Page for Emblemata Saecularia - Johann Theodor de Bry","description":"\u003cp\u003eA 1596 engraving by Johann Theodor de Bry, featuring an elaborate architectural frame and figures in period dress for the publication Emblemata Saecularia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving serves as the title page for the 1596 publication 'Emblemata Saecularia', a collection of prints produced by the brothers Johann Theodor and Johann Israel de Bry in Frankfurt. The composition is structured around a central rectangular cartouche, which contains the Latin title and publication details. This central space is framed by a decorative border featuring a series of circular medallions, intended for the inclusion of specific emblems or heraldic devices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe lower portion of the print depicts a reclining figure positioned beneath the branches of a tree, flanked by two standing figures dressed in the elaborate courtly fashion of the late sixteenth century. The male figure on the left wears a doublet and hose with a prominent ruff, while the female figure on the right is depicted in a structured gown and hat. The style reflects the technical precision characteristic of the de Bry family, who were prominent engravers and publishers of the period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe work demonstrates the conventions of Mannerist book design, where architectural and natural elements are combined to create a formal frame for textual information. The use of line work to define the textures of the clothing, the foliage, and the human form shows the high level of craftsmanship applied to commercial print production in the late Renaissance. This print provides insight into the visual culture of the era, where the emblem book functioned as a popular medium for moral and social instruction among the educated classes. The balanced arrangement of the figures and the geometric precision of the frame demonstrate the systematic approach to printmaking that defined the de Bry workshop's output during this time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/the-virgin-annunciate-agostino-carracci\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Virgin Annunciate - Agostino Carracci — Agostino Carracci\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/sparking-alfred-jones\" 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;\"\u003eSparking - Alfred Jones — Alfred Jones\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Johann Theodor de Bry","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485501788495,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485507129679,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485507162447,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58485507195215,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58485507227983,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58485507260751,"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":58485507293519,"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":58485507326287,"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":58485507359055,"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":58485507391823,"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":58485507424591,"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":58485507457359,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Title-Page-for-Emblemata-Saecularia_Poster_CompositorV1_1786364288169.jpg?v=1786841498"},{"product_id":"portret-van-gerardus-mercator-johann-theodor-de-bry","title":"Portret van Gerardus Mercator - Johann Theodor de Bry","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed engraving of the cartographer Gerardus Mercator, holding a globe and dividers, created by Johann Theodor de Bry in the late sixteenth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Johann Theodor de Bry depicts the renowned cartographer and geographer Gerardus Mercator. The portrait captures the scholar in his later years, presenting him with the tools of his trade: a terrestrial globe and a pair of dividers. His steady gaze and formal attire reflect the intellectual rigour associated with the scientific community of the late sixteenth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is framed within an oval cartouche, a common device in Renaissance portraiture, which provides a structured space for the subject. The surrounding decorative elements include small figures of birds and dogs, which add a layer of visual interest to the border. Below the portrait, a cartouche contains a Latin inscription, further grounding the work in the humanist tradition of the period. The engraving technique demonstrates the precision required for map-making and scientific illustration, with fine lines used to define the texture of Mercator's beard, the fabric of his clothing, and the geography on the globe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJohann Theodor de Bry, a member of a prominent family of engravers and publishers, produced this work shortly after Mercator's death in 1594. It serves as a visual record of the man who revolutionised navigation through his projection method. The print reflects the technical standards of the era, where portraiture often functioned as a means to document the appearance of influential figures for a wider audience of scholars and collectors. The clarity of the line work and the balanced arrangement of the frame are characteristic of the period's approach to printmaking, where the marriage of art and science was a common 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\/the-cannon-albrecht-durer\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Cannon - Albrecht Dürer — Albrecht Dürer\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/steniging-van-de-ouderlingen-gerard-de-jode\" 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;\"\u003eSteniging van de ouderlingen - Gerard de Jode — Gerard de Jode\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Johann Theodor de Bry","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485515780431,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485517254991,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485517287759,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58485517320527,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58485517353295,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58485517386063,"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":58485517418831,"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":58485517451599,"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":58485517484367,"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":58485517517135,"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":58485517549903,"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":58485517582671,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Portret-van-Gerardus-Mercator_Poster_CompositorV1_1786364525858.jpg?v=1786841763"},{"product_id":"portret-van-pierre-gautier-chabot-johann-theodor-de-bry","title":"Portret van Pierre Gautier Chabot - Johann Theodor de Bry","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed 16th-century engraving by Johann Theodor de Bry, depicting the scholar Pierre Gautier Chabot within an ornate floral frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Johann Theodor de Bry depicts the scholar Pierre Gautier Chabot, presented within a formal oval frame. De Bry, a member of a prominent family of engravers and publishers, demonstrates the technical precision characteristic of late sixteenth-century printmaking. The portrait captures the subject in a three-quarter view, wearing a cap and a fur-lined garment, which suggests his status as a man of learning. His expression is contemplative, reflecting the intellectual rigour associated with the humanist tradition of the period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe surrounding frame is a decorative element typical of the era, featuring floral motifs and insects that provide a contrast to the austere portrait. The Latin inscription within the oval identifies the subject, while the cartouche at the base contains a further textual reference to his philosophical pursuits. The use of hatching and cross-hatching techniques creates a sense of volume and texture, particularly in the rendering of the fur and the folds of the clothing. This work is representative of the portrait series produced by the De Bry workshop, which often documented contemporary figures of intellectual and social importance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a fine art print, this piece offers a glimpse into the graphic arts of the Low Countries during the transition between the Renaissance and the Baroque. The composition is balanced, with the central portrait drawing the eye, while the surrounding ornamentation provides a secondary layer of visual interest. The print is executed with a high degree of control, showing the fine lines and tonal variations that define the medium of engraving. It is a clear example of how portraiture was disseminated through print culture, allowing for the circulation of likenesses among the educated classes of 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\/the-virgin-annunciate-agostino-carracci\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Virgin Annunciate - Agostino Carracci — Agostino Carracci\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/sparking-alfred-jones\" 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;\"\u003eSparking - Alfred Jones — Alfred Jones\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Johann Theodor de Bry","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485517222223,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485526692175,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485526724943,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58485526757711,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58485526790479,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58485526823247,"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":58485526856015,"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":58485526888783,"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":58485526921551,"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":58485526954319,"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":58485526987087,"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":58485527019855,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Portret-van-Pierre-Gautier-Chabot_Poster_CompositorV1_1786364768374.jpg?v=1786841833"},{"product_id":"portret-van-francois-hotman-johann-theodor-de-bry","title":"Portret van François Hotman - Johann Theodor de Bry","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed 1597 engraving by Johann Theodor de Bry depicting the French jurist François Hotman on his deathbed, framed by ornamental scrollwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Johann Theodor de Bry depicts the French jurist and writer François Hotman on his deathbed. The work is part of a series of portraits documenting notable figures of the era. De Bry, a member of a prominent family of engravers and publishers, demonstrates technical precision in the rendering of the subject. The composition places Hotman within an oval frame, his head resting against a pillow, eyes closed in repose. He wears a ruff, a common fashion element for the period, which is captured with fine, controlled lines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe surrounding frame is decorated with scrollwork and floral motifs, typical of the ornamental style favoured by the de Bry workshop. The Latin inscription provides biographical details, noting his age at death and his profession as a historian and jurist. The text at the base serves as a commemorative tribute to his intellectual contributions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTechnically, the engraving relies on a system of hatching and cross-hatching to define the contours of the face and the folds of the fabric. The contrast between the subject and the decorative border creates a clear separation between the portrait and the surrounding frame. This print reflects the standard practices of late sixteenth-century European printmaking, where portraiture was often disseminated through such series to preserve the likeness of scholars and public figures. The work remains a clear example of the graphic output produced by the de Bry family, whose influence on the distribution of visual information across Europe was significant during this period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/the-virgin-annunciate-agostino-carracci\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Virgin Annunciate - Agostino Carracci — Agostino Carracci\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/sparking-alfred-jones\" 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;\"\u003eSparking - Alfred Jones — Alfred Jones\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Johann Theodor de Bry","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485528232271,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485535572303,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485535605071,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58485535637839,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58485535670607,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58485535703375,"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":58485535736143,"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":58485535768911,"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":58485535801679,"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":58485535834447,"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":58485535867215,"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":58485535899983,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Portret-van-Fran-ois-Hotman_Poster_CompositorV1_1786365245910.jpg?v=1786842148"},{"product_id":"portrait-of-andrea-alciati-johann-theodor-de-bry","title":"Portrait of Andrea Alciati - Johann Theodor de Bry","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed 16th-century engraving by Johann Theodor de Bry depicting the Italian jurist Andrea Alciati in a scholarly setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Johann Theodor de Bry depicts the Italian jurist and humanist Andrea Alciati (1492-1550). De Bry, a member of a prominent family of engravers and publishers, produced this work as part of a series documenting notable figures of the era. The composition follows the conventions of late sixteenth-century portraiture, placing the subject behind a parapet that functions as a workspace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlciati is shown in profile, wearing a scholar's cap and a heavy, layered robe. His right hand rests upon a closed book, while his left hand gestures towards an open volume, suggesting his active engagement with legal texts. A quill and inkwell are positioned on the table surface, further identifying him as a man of letters. The figure is framed by an architectural arch decorated with scrolling foliage and small animal motifs, a common decorative element in the prints produced by the de Bry workshop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Latin inscription surrounding the arch identifies the subject as a jurist, while the scroll at the base provides his birth and death details. The engraving technique employs precise hatching and cross-hatching to define the contours of the face, the texture of the fabric, and the depth of the architectural frame. The clarity of the line work reflects the technical proficiency associated with the de Bry family, whose publications were widely circulated across Europe during the period. This print provides a clear example of the intersection between humanist scholarship and the graphic arts in the late Renaissance, capturing the intellectual persona of a figure whose work on emblems and jurisprudence influenced European legal thought for generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/the-virgin-annunciate-agostino-carracci\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Virgin Annunciate - Agostino Carracci — Agostino Carracci\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/sparking-alfred-jones\" 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;\"\u003eSparking - Alfred Jones — Alfred Jones\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Johann Theodor de Bry","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485563195727,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485569454415,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485569487183,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58485569519951,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58485569552719,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58485569585487,"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":58485569618255,"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":58485569651023,"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":58485569683791,"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":58485569716559,"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":58485569749327,"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":58485569782095,"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-Andrea-Alciati_Poster_CompositorV1_1786365484640.jpg?v=1786842594"},{"product_id":"portret-van-andreas-cludius-johann-theodor-de-bry","title":"Portret van Andreas Cludius - Johann Theodor de Bry","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed 1598 engraving by Johann Theodor de Bry, capturing the formal portrait of the jurist Andreas Cludius within an ornate, decorative frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Johann Theodor de Bry depicts Andreas Cludius, a notable jurist and diplomat of the late sixteenth century. The work is a fine example of the portraiture traditions prevalent in the Low Countries during the late Renaissance. De Bry, a member of a prolific family of engravers and publishers, demonstrates technical precision in his handling of the burin, particularly in the rendering of the subject's ruff collar and the texture of his fur-lined garment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCludius is presented within an oval frame, a common convention for formal portraiture of the period. The surrounding border is decorated with ornamental motifs, including scrolls and floral elements, which frame the central figure. The subject holds a pair of gloves, a standard accessory for men of status in the late 1500s, and wears a chain of office, indicating his professional standing. The Latin inscription at the base provides context for the sitter, identifying him and his role within the academic and political spheres of the time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition relies on a balanced arrangement of light and shadow, typical of the period's printmaking techniques. The cross-hatching used to define the contours of the face and the folds of the clothing creates a sense of volume, while the decorative frame adds a layer of visual interest without distracting from the sitter. This print serves as a record of the visual culture of the era, capturing the formal attire and social markers of a sixteenth-century intellectual. The clarity of the lines and the attention to detail in the decorative elements reflect the high standards of the de Bry workshop, which was instrumental in the dissemination of portrait prints across Europe during this time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/the-virgin-annunciate-agostino-carracci\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Virgin Annunciate - Agostino Carracci — Agostino Carracci\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/sparking-alfred-jones\" 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;\"\u003eSparking - Alfred Jones — Alfred Jones\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Johann Theodor de Bry","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485571060047,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485575287119,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485575319887,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58485575352655,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58485575385423,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58485575418191,"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":58485575450959,"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":58485575483727,"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":58485575516495,"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":58485575549263,"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":58485575582031,"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":58485575614799,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Portret-van-Andreas-Cludius_Poster_CompositorV1_1786365847370.jpg?v=1786842789"},{"product_id":"portret-van-josephus-scaliger-johann-theodor-de-bry","title":"Portret van Josephus Scaliger - Johann Theodor de Bry","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century engraving by Johann Theodor de Bry, depicting the scholar Joseph Justus Scaliger within a decorative oval frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Johann Theodor de Bry depicts the scholar Joseph Justus Scaliger. The work captures the subject in a bust-length portrait, enclosed within an oval frame. Scaliger is shown wearing a ruff, a common fashion element for intellectuals and the elite during the late sixteenth and early seventeenth centuries. The artist employs precise hatching and cross-hatching techniques to define the contours of the face, the texture of the ruff, and the fabric of the doublet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe portrait is surrounded by a decorative border featuring floral motifs and scrollwork, which provides a contrast to the austere presentation of the sitter. Below the oval frame, a cartouche contains a Latin inscription, a common feature in portrait prints of this era intended to identify the subject and offer a brief eulogy or commentary on their character. The composition is balanced, with the sitter positioned slightly to the left, his gaze directed towards the right of the viewer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJohann Theodor de Bry was a member of a prominent family of engravers and publishers based in Frankfurt. His work often involved the production of portrait series, which were circulated among the European scholarly community. This print reflects the technical standards of the period, where the engraver sought to balance anatomical accuracy with the decorative requirements of the frame. The clarity of the lines and the controlled application of shadow demonstrate the technical proficiency associated with the de Bry workshop. This print serves as a record of the appearance of one of the most influential philologists of the Renaissance, whose work in chronology and classical studies shaped the academic discourse of his time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/the-virgin-annunciate-agostino-carracci\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Virgin Annunciate - Agostino Carracci — Agostino Carracci\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/portret-van-jacobus-lansbergen-theodor-matham\" 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;\"\u003ePortret van Jacobus Lansbergen - Theodor Matham — Theodor Matham\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Johann Theodor de Bry","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485583839567,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485603205455,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485603238223,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58485603270991,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58485603303759,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58485603336527,"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":58485603369295,"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":58485603402063,"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":58485603434831,"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":58485603467599,"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":58485603500367,"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":58485603533135,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Portret-van-Josephus-Scaliger_Poster_CompositorV1_1786366233088.jpg?v=1786843042"},{"product_id":"portret-van-carolus-utenhove-johann-theodor-de-bry","title":"Portret van Carolus Utenhove - Johann Theodor de Bry","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed 16th-century engraving by Johann Theodor de Bry, depicting the humanist scholar Carolus Utenhove within an architectural frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Johann Theodor de Bry depicts Carolus Utenhove, a humanist scholar of the late sixteenth century. The composition follows the conventions of period portraiture, placing the subject behind a ledge, which creates a sense of physical presence. Utenhove is shown in three-quarter view, wearing a doublet and a ruff, his hand resting upon a book. This inclusion of a book serves as a visual indicator of his intellectual pursuits and scholarly status.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe framing of the portrait is architectural, featuring columns on either side that support an arched top. This arch contains the subject's name in Latin, while the spandrels are filled with decorative floral motifs. Below the ledge, a Latin inscription provides further context, noting the birth year of the subject as 1536. The engraving technique demonstrates the precision characteristic of the De Bry family, who were active as publishers and printmakers in Frankfurt. The use of hatching and cross-hatching defines the volume of the clothing and the texture of the beard, while the facial features are rendered with careful attention to individual character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJohann Theodor de Bry, the son of the engraver Theodor de Bry, continued the family tradition of producing high-quality prints that circulated throughout Europe. Such portraits were often included in collections of famous men, a popular genre among the educated classes of the Renaissance. The print reflects the technical standards of the period, where the clarity of line and the balance of the composition were primary concerns for the engraver. This work offers a glimpse into the visual culture of the late sixteenth century, documenting both the appearance of a specific individual and the stylistic preferences 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\/the-virgin-annunciate-agostino-carracci\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Virgin Annunciate - Agostino Carracci — Agostino Carracci\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/portret-van-jacobus-lansbergen-theodor-matham\" 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;\"\u003ePortret van Jacobus Lansbergen - Theodor Matham — Theodor Matham\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Johann Theodor de Bry","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485584200015,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485597864271,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485597897039,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58485597929807,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58485597962575,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58485597995343,"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":58485598028111,"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":58485598060879,"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":58485598093647,"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":58485598126415,"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":58485598159183,"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":58485598191951,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Portret-van-Carolus-Utenhove_Poster_CompositorV1_1786365992190.jpg?v=1786843046"},{"product_id":"portret-van-julius-caesar-scaliger-johann-theodor-de-bry","title":"Portret van Julius Caesar Scaliger - Johann Theodor de Bry","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed 16th-century engraving by Johann Theodor de Bry, depicting the Italian scholar Julius Caesar Scaliger within an ornate oval frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Johann Theodor de Bry depicts the Italian scholar Julius Caesar Scaliger. The work is a fine example of late sixteenth-century printmaking, demonstrating the technical precision characteristic of the de Bry family workshop. The portrait is presented within an oval frame, a common convention for scholarly likenesses of the period. The subject is shown in a three-quarter view, his gaze directed slightly away from the viewer, conveying a sense of intellectual contemplation. His beard and facial features are rendered with fine, controlled lines that define the contours of his face and the texture of his garments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe surrounding oval frame is adorned with decorative elements, including small figures at the upper corners and floral motifs at the base. These ornaments provide a balance to the central portrait, framing the subject within a structured, classical composition. Below the portrait, a cartouche contains a Latin inscription, which serves to identify the sitter and provide a brief commentary on his character. The use of hatching and cross-hatching techniques creates subtle gradations of tone, giving the figure a sense of volume and presence against the background.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJohann Theodor de Bry, along with his father Theodor de Bry, was active in Frankfurt and played a significant role in the production of illustrated books and portrait series. This print reflects the standard of craftsmanship associated with their publishing house, which catered to a learned audience interested in history, geography, and biography. The clarity of the line work and the balanced arrangement of the decorative border are typical of the period's approach to portraiture, where the focus remains on the dignity and intellectual stature of the individual. This print offers a clear view into the visual culture of the late Renaissance, where the printed image functioned as a primary medium for the dissemination of knowledge and the commemoration 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\/the-virgin-annunciate-agostino-carracci\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Virgin Annunciate - Agostino Carracci — Agostino Carracci\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/portret-van-jacobus-lansbergen-theodor-matham\" 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;\"\u003ePortret van Jacobus Lansbergen - Theodor Matham — Theodor Matham\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Johann Theodor de Bry","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485593866575,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485620179279,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485620212047,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58485620244815,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58485620277583,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58485620310351,"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":58485620343119,"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":58485620375887,"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":58485620408655,"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":58485620441423,"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":58485620474191,"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":58485620506959,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Portret-van-Julius-Caesar-Scaliger_Poster_CompositorV1_1786366331426.jpg?v=1786843209"},{"product_id":"portret-van-justus-lipsius-johann-theodor-de-bry","title":"Portret van Justus Lipsius - Johann Theodor de Bry","description":"\u003cp\u003eA 1597 engraving by Johann Theodor de Bry depicting the Flemish humanist Justus Lipsius, framed by decorative botanical motifs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Johann Theodor de Bry depicts the Flemish humanist and philologist Justus Lipsius. Produced in 1597, the work captures the subject at the age of fifty, as noted by the Latin inscription within the oval border. Lipsius is shown in a three-quarter view, wearing a fur-trimmed garment and a ruff, holding a book that signifies his scholarly pursuits. The portrait is enclosed within an oval frame, which is decorated with botanical motifs, including insects and floral elements, characteristic of the period's interest in natural history and symbolic ornamentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDe Bry, a member of a prominent family of engravers and publishers, utilised precise line work to define the textures of the subject's clothing and the subtle modelling of his features. The composition is balanced by the architectural and decorative elements surrounding the central portrait. Below the oval, a cartouche contains a Latin couplet praising Lipsius, comparing his intellectual stature to that of Cicero. This print reflects the conventions of late sixteenth-century portraiture, where the sitter's identity is reinforced through both physical likeness and symbolic attributes of their profession. The clarity of the engraving technique allows for the fine details of the ruff and the individual hairs of the beard to remain legible, demonstrating the technical skill associated with the de Bry workshop. This piece provides a clear example of how printed portraits were used to disseminate the images of scholars and public figures across Europe during the Renaissance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/the-virgin-annunciate-agostino-carracci\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Virgin Annunciate - Agostino Carracci — Agostino Carracci\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/portret-van-jacobus-lansbergen-theodor-matham\" 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;\"\u003ePortret van Jacobus Lansbergen - Theodor Matham — Theodor Matham\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Johann Theodor de Bry","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485603107151,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485642953039,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485642985807,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58485643018575,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58485643051343,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58485643084111,"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":58485643116879,"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":58485643149647,"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":58485643182415,"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":58485643215183,"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":58485643247951,"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":58485643280719,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Portret-van-Justus-Lipsius_Poster_CompositorV1_1786366567386.jpg?v=1786843300"},{"product_id":"the-last-judgment-johann-theodor-de-bry","title":"The Last Judgment - Johann Theodor de Bry","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century engraving by Johann Theodor de Bry depicting the Last Judgment, featuring celestial figures above and the resurrection of the dead below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Johann Theodor de Bry depicts the traditional Christian iconography of the Last Judgment. The composition is divided into two distinct registers: the celestial realm above and the terrestrial sphere below. In the upper portion, Christ sits in judgment, surrounded by clouds and flanked by figures holding tablets of the law, which serve as references to biblical scripture. Angels with trumpets herald the event, creating a sense of movement and divine authority.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe lower register shows the resurrection of the dead. Figures emerge from the earth, their bodies rendered with the anatomical focus characteristic of the period. To the right, a demonic figure oversees the damned, while on the left, an angel assists the righteous. The contrast between the orderly, serene heavens and the chaotic, physical struggle of the earth reflects the theological concerns of the late sixteenth and early seventeenth centuries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDe Bry employs a precise engraving technique, using varied line weights to define form and shadow. The cross-hatching creates volume in the musculature of the figures and depth within the clouds. As a member of the prominent de Bry family of engravers and publishers, Johann Theodor was well-versed in the visual language of the era. His work often synthesised influences from Italian masters with the technical rigour of Northern European printmaking. This print demonstrates the technical skill required to balance a complex narrative within a single frame, maintaining clarity despite the density of the subject matter. The work provides a clear example of how religious themes were disseminated through print culture during the early modern period, allowing for the wide circulation of complex theological imagery among a literate and visually engaged 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\/the-virgin-seated-on-the-clouds-marcantonio-raimondi\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Virgin Seated on the Clouds - Marcantonio Raimondi — Marcantonio Raimondi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/abraham-sending-his-servant-for-rebecca-adriaen-collaert\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eAbraham Sending His Servant for Rebecca - Adriaen Collaert — Adriaen Collaert\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Johann Theodor de Bry","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485633581391,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485650653519,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485650686287,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58485650719055,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58485650751823,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58485650784591,"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":58485650817359,"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":58485650850127,"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":58485650882895,"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":58485650915663,"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":58485650948431,"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":58485650981199,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Last-Judgment_Poster_CompositorV1_1786366847632.jpg?v=1786843667"},{"product_id":"het-smeden-der-hoofden-johann-theodor-de-bry","title":"Het smeden der hoofden - Johann Theodor de Bry","description":"\u003cp\u003eA macabre and surreal etching by Johann Theodor de Bry, depicting a workshop scene where figures forge human heads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Johann Theodor de Bry depicts a surreal and macabre workshop scene where figures are engaged in the production of human heads. The composition is crowded with activity, as workers use hammers and anvils to shape or finish the heads, which are then collected in baskets. The scene reflects the Northern Mannerist interest in the grotesque and the allegorical, often used in this period to comment on human nature, craftsmanship, or moral folly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDe Bry, a member of a prolific family of engravers and publishers based in Frankfurt, was known for his technical precision. The work employs dense cross-hatching to define the forms of the figures and the textures of the workshop environment. The perspective is slightly compressed, forcing the viewer to focus on the repetitive, mechanical nature of the task at hand. The figures are rendered with a sense of urgency, their postures bent over the anvils in a manner that suggests a grim, industrial process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe imagery draws upon the tradition of the 'drolleries' and moralising prints common in the late sixteenth and early seventeenth centuries. By placing such a bizarre subject within a recognisable blacksmithing context, the artist creates a visual paradox. The print serves as an example of the period's fascination with the limits of human ingenuity and the darker side of creative production. The stark contrast between the light and shadow, achieved through the fine lines of the engraving, adds to the unsettling atmosphere of the scene. This piece remains a curious specimen of early modern printmaking, demonstrating the skill of the De Bry workshop in executing complex, narrative-driven compositions that challenge the viewer's interpretation of reality.\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\/samarkande-plate-6-compositions-in-the-oriental-style-emile-allain-seguy\" 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;\"\u003eSamarkande (Plate 6, Compositions in the Oriental Style) - Émile-Allain Séguy — Émile-Allain Séguy\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/de-krygsman-jan-luyken\" 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;\"\u003eDe Krygsman - Jan Luyken — Jan Luyken\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Johann Theodor de Bry","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485658583375,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485672771919,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485672804687,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58485672837455,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58485672870223,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58485672902991,"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":58485672935759,"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":58485672968527,"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":58485673001295,"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":58485673034063,"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":58485673066831,"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":58485673099599,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Het-smeden-der-hoofden_Poster_CompositorV1_1786366967597.jpg?v=1786843912"},{"product_id":"amor-bij-een-boom-johann-theodor-de-bry","title":"Amor bij een boom - Johann Theodor de Bry","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed copperplate engraving by Johann Theodor de Bry, depicting Cupid in a classical setting with an accompanying Latin inscription.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Johann Theodor de Bry depicts a classical scene featuring Cupid, or Amor, positioned beside a tree. The figure of Cupid is shown in profile, actively engaged with the trunk, while his bow and quiver lie discarded on the ground nearby. In the background, a smaller, secondary Cupid figure is visible in flight, and a couple stands in the distance, observing the scene. The composition is typical of the late sixteenth and early seventeenth-century Northern Mannerist tradition, where mythological subjects were often treated with a focus on precise line work and allegorical meaning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDe Bry, a member of a prominent family of engravers and publishers, utilised the burin to create clear, defined contours and subtle cross-hatching to suggest volume in the figures and texture in the bark of the tree. The inclusion of the Latin inscription, OVERSVTE PVER FOECVNDI INSERTOR AMORIS, provides a moralising or thematic context, common in the emblem books and print series of the period. The spatial arrangement creates a sense of depth, moving from the foreground action to the distant figures, reflecting the technical proficiency of the de Bry workshop in Frankfurt. This print serves as an example of the period's interest in classical motifs, adapted for a contemporary audience through the medium of copperplate engraving. The work is characterised by its clean execution and the balanced distribution of elements across the frame, maintaining a focus on the narrative interaction between the central figure and his 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\/the-virgin-seated-on-the-clouds-marcantonio-raimondi\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Virgin Seated on the Clouds - Marcantonio Raimondi — Marcantonio Raimondi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/abraham-sending-his-servant-for-rebecca-adriaen-collaert\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eAbraham Sending His Servant for Rebecca - Adriaen Collaert — Adriaen Collaert\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Johann Theodor de Bry","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485673296207,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485689516367,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485689549135,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58485689581903,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58485689614671,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58485689647439,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58485689680207,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58485689712975,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58485689745743,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58485689778511,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58485689811279,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58485689844047,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Amor-bij-een-boom_Poster_CompositorV1_1786367446199.jpg?v=1786844070"},{"product_id":"democritus-and-heraclitus-johann-theodor-de-bry","title":"Democritus and Heraclitus - Johann Theodor de Bry","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed engraving by Johann Theodor de Bry depicting the laughing philosopher Democritus and the weeping philosopher Heraclitus with a globe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Johann Theodor de Bry presents the classical philosophical pairing of Democritus and Heraclitus. Known as the laughing and weeping philosophers, they represent two distinct reactions to the human condition. Democritus, on the left, is depicted with a jovial expression, amused by the folly of mankind. Heraclitus, on the right, appears mournful, weeping for the state of the world. Between them sits a globe, draped with a jester's cap and topped with a cross, symbolising the vanity of earthly power and the absurdity of human affairs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is typical of late sixteenth-century Northern Mannerist printmaking. De Bry employs precise, controlled lines to define the figures, their heavy drapery, and the distant architectural backdrop. The background features a fortified town, providing a sense of scale and setting the philosophical debate within a tangible, worldly context. The Latin inscription at the base, 'ET RISV PARITER DIGNI FLETVQ VIDEMVR', translates to 'We are seen as worthy of both laughter and tears alike', summarising the dual perspective offered by the two thinkers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJohann Theodor de Bry was a prominent member of a family of engravers and publishers based in Frankfurt. His work often focused on classical, mythological, and ethnographic subjects, produced for a learned audience interested in humanism and moral philosophy. This print demonstrates the technical skill of the de Bry workshop, utilising cross-hatching and varied line weights to create volume and texture. The work remains a clear example of the intellectual climate of the period, where classical antiquity was frequently reinterpreted to comment on contemporary social and religious tensions. The print is a study in contrast, balancing the light-hearted cynicism of Democritus against the sombre reflection of Heraclitus, framed by the material symbols of the world they observe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/the-virgin-seated-on-the-clouds-marcantonio-raimondi\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Virgin Seated on the Clouds - Marcantonio Raimondi — Marcantonio Raimondi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/abraham-sending-his-servant-for-rebecca-adriaen-collaert\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eAbraham Sending His Servant for Rebecca - Adriaen Collaert — Adriaen Collaert\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Johann Theodor de Bry","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485687746895,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485700788559,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485700821327,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58485700854095,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58485700886863,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58485700919631,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58485700952399,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58485700985167,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58485701017935,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58485701050703,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58485701083471,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58485701116239,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Democritus-and-Heraclitus_Poster_CompositorV1_1786367790174.jpg?v=1786844374"},{"product_id":"hoogmoed-superbia-johann-theodor-de-bry","title":"Hoogmoed (Superbia) - Johann Theodor de Bry","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed sixteenth-century engraving by Johann Theodor de Bry depicting the allegorical figure of Pride, surrounded by symbols of worldly vanity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Johann Theodor de Bry depicts the personification of Superbia, or Pride, one of the seven deadly sins. The figure is presented as a woman of high status, adorned in the elaborate fashion of the late sixteenth century. She wears a stiffened ruff, a structured bodice, and a voluminous gown, reflecting the sartorial excesses of the period. Her vanity is communicated through her accessories: she holds a peacock-feather fan and wears a crown topped with an orb, symbols often associated with worldly power and self-regard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is dense with symbolic elements. To her right, a peacock stands near a smoking incense burner, reinforcing the theme of pride. In the background, a garden setting features a fountain and figures engaged in leisure, contrasting the individual's preoccupation with self-image against the broader context of earthly vanity. The Latin inscription at the base, 'GLORIA TOTIVS RES EST VANISSIMA MVNDI', translates to 'The glory of the whole world is a most vain thing', which provides the moralising framework for the image.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDe Bry, a member of a prominent family of engravers and publishers, utilised precise line work to render the textures of the fabric, the metallic sheen of the jewellery, and the architectural details of the background. The engraving belongs to a series exploring moral themes, common in Northern European print culture of the era. The work functions as a visual sermon, warning the viewer against the dangers of worldly attachment and the fleeting nature of human achievement. The technical execution demonstrates the high level of craftsmanship associated with the de Bry workshop, which was instrumental in the dissemination of allegorical and historical imagery across Europe during the late Renaissance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/the-virgin-seated-on-the-clouds-marcantonio-raimondi\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Virgin Seated on the Clouds - Marcantonio Raimondi — Marcantonio Raimondi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/abraham-sending-his-servant-for-rebecca-adriaen-collaert\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eAbraham Sending His Servant for Rebecca - Adriaen Collaert — Adriaen Collaert\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Johann Theodor de Bry","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485698167119,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485703475535,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485703508303,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58485703541071,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58485703573839,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58485703606607,"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":58485703639375,"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":58485703672143,"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":58485703704911,"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":58485703737679,"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":58485703770447,"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":58485703803215,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Hoogmoed-Superbia-_Poster_CompositorV1_1786368017549.jpg?v=1786844579"},{"product_id":"aap-met-spiegel-monkey-with-a-mirror-johann-theodor-de-bry","title":"Aap met spiegel (Monkey with a Mirror) - Johann Theodor de Bry","description":"\u003cp\u003eA satirical engraving by Johann Theodor de Bry depicting a monkey wearing a ruff and gazing into a mirror, critiquing human vanity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Johann Theodor de Bry depicts a monkey gazing into a circular mirror. The animal wears a stiff, pleated ruff, a fashion accessory common among the European elite during the late sixteenth and early seventeenth centuries. The inclusion of the ruff serves as a satirical device, mocking the vanity and social pretensions of the human subjects who adopted such rigid attire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition incorporates several layers of meaning. Above the monkey, a musical staff displays the notes for 'Cantat Simia', or 'The Monkey Sings'. The circular frame of the mirror contains a German inscription, while the base of the print features a Latin caption, 'ASPICE VT INGENTES SVSPENDAT SIMIA RVGAS', which translates to 'See how the monkey hangs its huge ruffs'. This text reinforces the moralising tone of the work, suggesting that human vanity is as foolish as an animal attempting to mimic high fashion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDe Bry, a member of a prominent family of engravers and publishers, utilised precise line work to define the texture of the monkey's fur and the metallic sheen of the mirror. The engraving style is typical of the period, relying on cross-hatching to create volume and shadow. The work functions as a memento mori or a moral warning, common in Northern European art of the era, where animals were frequently used to represent human folly or base instincts. The print is a clear example of the satirical print culture that flourished in the Netherlands and Germany, where visual humour was often paired with didactic text to critique contemporary social norms and the absurdity of human behaviour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/the-virgin-seated-on-the-clouds-marcantonio-raimondi\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Virgin Seated on the Clouds - Marcantonio Raimondi — Marcantonio Raimondi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/abraham-sending-his-servant-for-rebecca-adriaen-collaert\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eAbraham Sending His Servant for Rebecca - Adriaen Collaert — Adriaen Collaert\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Johann Theodor de Bry","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485709373775,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485716549967,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485716582735,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58485716615503,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58485716648271,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58485716681039,"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":58485716713807,"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":58485716746575,"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":58485716779343,"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":58485716812111,"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":58485716844879,"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":58485716877647,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Aap-met-spiegel-Monkey-with-a-Mirror-_Poster_CompositorV1_1786368126357.jpg?v=1786844739"},{"product_id":"drie-minnende-paren-in-kasteeltuin-johann-theodor-de-bry","title":"Drie minnende paren in kasteeltuin - Johann Theodor de Bry","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed engraving by Johann Theodor de Bry depicting three couples in a castle garden, capturing the fashion and social rituals of the early 17th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Johann Theodor de Bry depicts a scene of courtly leisure, featuring three pairs of figures engaged in amorous conversation within a castle garden. The composition is typical of the late sixteenth and early seventeenth-century Northern Mannerist tradition, where social hierarchy and refined pastimes were common subjects for printmakers. The figures are dressed in the elaborate fashions of the period, including ruffs, doublets, and feathered hats, which serve to identify their status within the aristocracy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe setting includes a fortified castle with a moat in the background, providing a sense of enclosure and privacy for the figures in the foreground. De Bry employs a precise, linear technique, using hatching and cross-hatching to define the textures of the clothing and the architectural elements. The perspective is slightly compressed, a characteristic often found in prints of this era, which prioritises the clarity of the figures over a strict adherence to naturalistic depth. A lone figure fishing in the moat adds a secondary narrative element, contrasting the quiet activity of the background with the social interactions of the foreground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJohann Theodor de Bry was a member of a prominent family of engravers and publishers based in Frankfurt. His work often focused on moralising themes, courtly life, and ethnographic subjects. This print reflects the interest in the 'garden of love' motif, a popular theme in European art that explored themes of romance, courtship, and the social rituals of the elite. The attention to detail in the costumes and the structured arrangement of the figures demonstrate the technical skill required for high-quality copperplate engraving during this period. This print offers a glimpse into the visual culture of the early modern era, capturing the aesthetic preferences and social values of the time through a refined, monochromatic medium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/the-virgin-seated-on-the-clouds-marcantonio-raimondi\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Virgin Seated on the Clouds - Marcantonio Raimondi — Marcantonio Raimondi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/abraham-sending-his-servant-for-rebecca-adriaen-collaert\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eAbraham Sending His Servant for Rebecca - Adriaen Collaert — Adriaen Collaert\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Johann Theodor de Bry","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485735555407,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485751808335,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485751841103,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58485751873871,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58485751906639,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58485751939407,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58485751972175,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58485752004943,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58485752037711,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58485752070479,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58485752103247,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58485752136015,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Drie-minnende-paren-in-kasteeltuin_Poster_CompositorV1_1786368617705.jpg?v=1786845275"},{"product_id":"musicerend-gezelschap-bij-toortslicht-johann-theodor-de-bry","title":"Musicerend gezelschap bij toortslicht - Johann Theodor de Bry","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed engraving by Johann Theodor de Bry depicting a domestic musical gathering illuminated by torchlight, showcasing the technical precision of Northern Mannerist printmaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Johann Theodor de Bry captures a domestic musical scene, a subject frequently explored by artists of the late sixteenth century. The composition features a small group gathered around a keyboard instrument, likely a virginal or spinet, while a seated figure plays a lute. The scene is illuminated by a single torch, which creates dramatic contrasts between the figures and the surrounding space. The artist employs precise hatching and cross-hatching techniques to define the textures of the clothing, the ruffs worn by the subjects, and the decorative panelling on the instrument.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDe Bry, a member of a prominent family of engravers and publishers, demonstrates his technical proficiency through the controlled application of line. The figures are arranged in a manner typical of the period, with an emphasis on social interaction and the domestic arts. The background features a patterned wall covering, which adds a sense of depth and texture to the interior setting. The inclusion of a child standing near the keyboard provides a sense of scale and narrative focus, drawing the viewer into the intimate atmosphere of the performance. This work reflects the interest in genre subjects that became increasingly popular in Northern European print culture during this era. The attention to detail, from the musical instruments to the elaborate costumes, provides insight into the material culture of the time. The print remains a clear example of the technical standards maintained by the De Bry workshop, which played a significant role in the dissemination of visual information 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\/the-virgin-seated-on-the-clouds-marcantonio-raimondi\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Virgin Seated on the Clouds - Marcantonio Raimondi — Marcantonio Raimondi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/abraham-sending-his-servant-for-rebecca-adriaen-collaert\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eAbraham Sending His Servant for Rebecca - Adriaen Collaert — Adriaen Collaert\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Johann Theodor de Bry","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485754593615,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58528064340303,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58528064373071,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58528064405839,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58528064438607,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58528064471375,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58528064504143,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58528064536911,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58528064569679,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58528064602447,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58528064635215,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58528064667983,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Musicerend-gezelschap-bij-toortslicht_Poster_CompositorV1_1786368846943.jpg?v=1787245663"},{"product_id":"man-in-gezelschap-van-venus-ceres-en-bacchus-johann-theodor-de-bry","title":"Man in gezelschap van Venus, Ceres en Bacchus - Johann Theodor de Bry","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed 17th-century engraving depicting a man with the mythological figures of Venus, Ceres, and Bacchus, illustrating the classical proverb on love and sustenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Johann Theodor de Bry depicts a classic allegorical scene rooted in the proverb, Sine Cerere et Baccho friget Venus (Without Ceres and Bacchus, Venus grows cold). The composition centres on a man seated at a table, accompanied by three mythological figures who represent the essential elements of human comfort and desire. To the left, Ceres, the goddess of agriculture, holds a cornucopia and a sickle, signifying the harvest. To the right, Bacchus, the god of wine, pours liquid into a chalice, while Venus, the goddess of love, sits beside the man. A small Cupid figure stands in the foreground, aiming his bow, which adds a layer of romantic tension to the gathering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDe Bry, a member of a prominent family of engravers and publishers, demonstrates his technical skill through the use of varied hatching and cross-hatching to define form and texture. The figures are rendered with the elongated proportions and fluid, expressive gestures typical of the Northern Mannerist style. The background features a pastoral setting, with a tree providing a canopy over the group and a distant view of agricultural activity, which reinforces the thematic connection to the earth and its bounty. The work functions as a visual representation of the idea that love requires the sustenance of food and wine to flourish. The print is a fine example of the period's interest in classical mythology as a vehicle for moral and philosophical commentary. The attention to detail, from the folds of the clothing to the individual grapes in the basket, reflects the high standards of the de Bry workshop, which played a significant role in the dissemination of visual culture across Europe during the late sixteenth and early seventeenth 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\/the-virgin-seated-on-the-clouds-marcantonio-raimondi\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Virgin Seated on the Clouds - Marcantonio Raimondi — Marcantonio Raimondi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/abraham-sending-his-servant-for-rebecca-adriaen-collaert\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eAbraham Sending His Servant for Rebecca - Adriaen Collaert — Adriaen Collaert\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Johann Theodor de Bry","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485765701967,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485883601231,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485883633999,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58485883666767,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58485883699535,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58485883732303,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58485883765071,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58485883797839,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58485883830607,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58485883863375,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58485883896143,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58485883928911,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Man-in-gezelschap-van-Venus-Ceres-en-Bacchus_Poster_CompositorV1_1786369208822.jpg?v=1786846061"},{"product_id":"man-robbed-in-a-brothel-johann-theodor-de-bry","title":"Man Robbed in a Brothel - Johann Theodor de Bry","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed Northern Mannerist engraving depicting a cautionary scene of a man being robbed in a brothel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Johann Theodor de Bry depicts a moralising genre scene, a common subject in Northern European printmaking during the late sixteenth and early seventeenth centuries. The composition focuses on a man seated at a table, distracted by two women while one of them surreptitiously removes items from his purse. The scene functions as a cautionary tale regarding the dangers of vice and the folly of the gullible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDe Bry employs a precise, linear technique characteristic of the period. The cross-hatching provides texture to the clothing and the interior space, while the figures are rendered with the exaggerated proportions and expressive facial features typical of Northern Mannerist printmaking. The inclusion of specific details, such as the knife on the table and the jug in the foreground, grounds the narrative in a domestic setting, albeit one associated with moral decay. The artist uses the medium of engraving to achieve high contrast, drawing the viewer's eye to the central interaction between the man and his companions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJohann Theodor de Bry was a member of a prominent family of engravers and publishers based in Frankfurt. His work often explored themes of human frailty, social satire, and biblical narratives. This particular print reflects the period's interest in didactic art, where the visual medium was used to communicate social warnings. The composition is compact, ensuring the viewer focuses entirely on the act of theft occurring under the guise of intimacy. The work remains a fine example of the technical skill and thematic preoccupations of the era, offering a glimpse into the social anxieties and cultural values of the time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/the-virgin-seated-on-the-clouds-marcantonio-raimondi\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Virgin Seated on the Clouds - Marcantonio Raimondi — Marcantonio Raimondi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/abraham-sending-his-servant-for-rebecca-adriaen-collaert\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eAbraham Sending His Servant for Rebecca - Adriaen Collaert — Adriaen Collaert\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Johann Theodor de Bry","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485773861199,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485886845263,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485886878031,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58485886910799,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58485886943567,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58485886976335,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58485887009103,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58485887041871,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58485887074639,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58485887107407,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58485887140175,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58485887172943,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Man-Robbed-in-a-Brothel_Poster_CompositorV1_1786369566850.jpg?v=1786846296"},{"product_id":"het-scheren-van-de-zot-johann-theodor-de-bry","title":"Het scheren van de zot - Johann Theodor de Bry","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed sixteenth-century engraving by Johann Theodor de Bry depicting a satirical scene of a barber-surgeon at work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Johann Theodor de Bry depicts a satirical interior scene, commonly interpreted as the extraction of the stone of folly or a symbolic shaving of a fool. The composition is packed with narrative detail, typical of the late sixteenth-century Flemish print tradition. To the left, a couple sits by a fireplace, while the primary action occurs on the right: a barber-surgeon attends to a patient, surrounded by various medical and domestic implements. The room is filled with objects that suggest a chaotic, perhaps illicit, medical practice, including glass vessels, a shelf of jars, and a small dog near the foreground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDe Bry employs a rigorous cross-hatching technique to define the textures of the clothing, the wooden beams of the ceiling, and the smoke rising from the hearth. The perspective is slightly compressed, forcing the viewer to engage with the crowded arrangement of figures and tools. The work functions as a moralising commentary on human folly, a popular theme in Northern European art of the period. The inclusion of musical instruments and the intimate interaction between the figures adds a layer of theatricality to the scene. The print demonstrates the technical precision associated with the De Bry family, who were instrumental in the dissemination of visual culture through their extensive publishing activities in Frankfurt and beyond. The work provides a window into the social anxieties and popular iconography of the era, where the boundary between legitimate medicine and quackery was often blurred in the public imagination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/the-virgin-seated-on-the-clouds-marcantonio-raimondi\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Virgin Seated on the Clouds - Marcantonio Raimondi — Marcantonio Raimondi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/abraham-sending-his-servant-for-rebecca-adriaen-collaert\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eAbraham Sending His Servant for Rebecca - Adriaen Collaert — Adriaen Collaert\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Johann Theodor de Bry","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485867839823,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485895430479,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485895463247,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58485895496015,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58485895528783,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58485895561551,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58485895594319,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58485895627087,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58485895659855,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58485895692623,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58485895725391,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58485895758159,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Het-scheren-van-de-zot_Poster_CompositorV1_1786369687848.jpg?v=1786846434"},{"product_id":"de-mosselschelp-johann-theodor-de-bry","title":"De Mosselschelp - Johann Theodor de Bry","description":"\u003cp\u003eA satirical engraving from the Northern Mannerist period, depicting a group of figures gathered within a giant mussel shell as an allegory for human folly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving, titled De Mosselschelp, is a characteristic example of the satirical and moralising visual culture prevalent in the Low Countries during the late sixteenth and early seventeenth centuries. Johann Theodor de Bry, a member of a prominent family of engravers and publishers, employs a surreal, allegorical composition to comment on human folly and excess. The central motif is a colossal mussel shell, which functions as a vessel for a chaotic gathering of figures. These individuals engage in various activities, including feasting, playing music, and reading, all contained within the confines of the shell. The scene is populated with symbolic elements, such as an owl perched on a barren tree, a fish hanging from a branch, and a small boat in the distance, which contribute to the overall sense of absurdity and moral critique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe technique displays the precise line work typical of de Bry's output. The artist uses cross-hatching and varied line weights to define the textures of the shell, the clothing of the figures, and the surrounding water. The composition is dense, with figures overlapping to create a crowded, claustrophobic atmosphere that reinforces the theme of indulgence. The work draws upon the tradition of the 'ship of fools' motif, a popular subject in Northern European art that critiqued societal behaviour through exaggerated, often grotesque, imagery. By placing these figures within a natural object like a mussel shell, de Bry creates a visual metaphor for the precarious nature of worldly pursuits. This print serves as a record of the period's interest in moral instruction through visual wit, demonstrating the technical skill and imaginative capacity of the de Bry workshop in producing works that were both entertaining and didactic for a contemporary audience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/the-virgin-seated-on-the-clouds-marcantonio-raimondi\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Virgin Seated on the Clouds - Marcantonio Raimondi — Marcantonio Raimondi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/abraham-sending-his-servant-for-rebecca-adriaen-collaert\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eAbraham Sending His Servant for Rebecca - Adriaen Collaert — Adriaen Collaert\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Johann Theodor de Bry","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485944451407,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485952610639,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485952643407,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58485952676175,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58485952708943,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58485952741711,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58485952774479,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58485952807247,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58485952840015,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58485952872783,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58485952905551,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58485952938319,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/De-Mosselschelp_Poster_CompositorV1_1786369925997.jpg?v=1786846866"},{"product_id":"dronkaard-brakend-in-een-sloot-johann-theodor-de-bry","title":"Dronkaard, brakend in een sloot - Johann Theodor de Bry","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century etching depicting a man suffering the consequences of intoxication, rendered with precise line work and moralising intent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Johann Theodor de Bry captures a scene of moralising genre art, a common subject in late sixteenth and early seventeenth-century Northern European printmaking. The composition depicts a man collapsed in a ditch, suffering the physical consequences of excessive alcohol consumption. A second figure kneels beside him, gesturing towards the background where two other individuals carry a large barrel, reinforcing the narrative of intemperance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDe Bry employs precise hatching and cross-hatching techniques to define the textures of the clothing, the foliage, and the uneven terrain. The figures are rendered with the characteristic stylistic traits of the period, including elongated proportions and expressive, somewhat exaggerated facial features. The background provides a modest rural setting, which contrasts with the chaotic state of the central figure. Such works were often produced as part of larger series intended to warn viewers against vices, reflecting the cultural preoccupation with temperance and social order during the era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe print demonstrates the technical proficiency of the De Bry family, who were instrumental in the dissemination of visual culture through their publishing house. The clarity of the line work allows for a clear reading of the narrative, despite the small scale of the original plate. The scene serves as a direct observation of human folly, presented without the romanticisation often found in later depictions of rural life. By focusing on the visceral reality of the situation, the artist creates a stark image that functions as both a social commentary and a display of graphic skill. The use of light and shadow helps to ground the figures within the space, creating a sense of depth that draws the viewer into the unfortunate predicament of the central character.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Johann Theodor de Bry","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485952971087,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485956215119,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485956247887,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58485956280655,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58485956313423,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58485956346191,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58485956378959,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58485956411727,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58485956444495,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58485956477263,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58485956510031,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58485956542799,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Dronkaard-brakend-in-een-sloot_Poster_CompositorV1_1786370098911.jpg?v=1786846947"},{"product_id":"hoer-die-een-nar-afranselt-a-prostitute-beating-a-fool-johann-theodor-de-bry","title":"Hoer die een nar afranselt (A Prostitute Beating a Fool) - Johann Theodor de Bry","description":"\u003cp\u003eA striking late sixteenth-century engraving by Johann Theodor de Bry, depicting a moral allegory of a woman beating a fool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Johann Theodor de Bry captures a scene of moral allegory, common in late sixteenth-century Northern European print culture. The composition depicts a woman, identified by the title as a prostitute, physically striking a fool who wears the traditional cap and bells. The interaction occurs in an outdoor setting, framed by trees and a dramatic, cloud-filled sky. The artist employs precise, controlled lines to define the figures and the textures of their clothing, a hallmark of the de Bry family workshop, which was highly regarded for its technical proficiency in copperplate engraving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe narrative content reflects the period's preoccupation with moral instruction and the subversion of social order. The fool, often a symbol of folly or lack of reason, is here subjected to the aggression of a figure representing vice. The presence of a cat in the tree above adds a layer of symbolic ambiguity, as animals were frequently used in such works to comment on the base instincts of the human subjects below. The contrast between the light emanating from the clouds and the dark, dense hatching of the foliage creates a sense of theatricality typical of the Mannerist style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJohann Theodor de Bry, son of the famed engraver Theodor de Bry, operated within a tradition that prioritised clarity of line and narrative legibility. This print demonstrates his ability to translate complex social commentary into a compact, visual format. The work functions as a critique of human behaviour, using the medium of the print to circulate ideas about morality and social hierarchy to a wider audience. The physical struggle between the two figures is rendered with a dynamic energy, ensuring that the viewer remains engaged with the central conflict of the scene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/the-virgin-seated-on-the-clouds-marcantonio-raimondi\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Virgin Seated on the Clouds - Marcantonio Raimondi — Marcantonio Raimondi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/abraham-sending-his-servant-for-rebecca-adriaen-collaert\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eAbraham Sending His Servant for Rebecca - Adriaen Collaert — Adriaen Collaert\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Johann Theodor de Bry","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485953429839,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485956575567,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485956608335,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58485956641103,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58485956673871,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58485956706639,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58485956739407,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58485956772175,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58485956804943,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58485956837711,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58485956870479,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58485956903247,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Hoer-die-een-nar-afranselt-A-Prostitute-Beating-a-Fool-_Poster_CompositorV1_1786370181504.jpg?v=1786846982"},{"product_id":"de-hazenjager-the-hare-hunter-johann-theodor-de-bry","title":"De hazenjager (The Hare Hunter) - Johann Theodor de Bry","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed Northern Mannerist engraving depicting a hunter adorned with hares, surrounded by symbolic animals and insects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Johann Theodor de Bry presents a curious, allegorical figure known as the Hare Hunter. The central character is dressed in the elaborate fashion of the late sixteenth century, complete with a large ruff and a doublet adorned with numerous small hares. The composition is dense with symbolic imagery, reflecting the Northern Mannerist interest in grotesque and whimsical subjects. The hunter carries a staff and is surrounded by various creatures, including monkeys, birds, and insects, which hover in the upper register of the frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the background, a smaller landscape features miniature figures engaged in similar hunting activities, providing a sense of scale and narrative depth. The engraving technique is precise, using fine lines to define the textures of the hunter's clothing and the varied forms of the animals. De Bry, a member of a prominent family of engravers and publishers, was known for his technical skill and his ability to produce works that appealed to the collectors of curiosities during the period. The image functions as a visual puzzle, blending elements of satire with the conventions of contemporary portraiture. The inclusion of the owl, monkeys, and insects suggests a moralising or satirical intent, common in the print culture of the Low Countries at the time. This work offers a glimpse into the imaginative world of the late Renaissance, where the boundaries between reality and fantasy were frequently blurred for artistic effect. The print remains a fine example of the period's fascination with the strange and the highly decorative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/the-virgin-seated-on-the-clouds-marcantonio-raimondi\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Virgin Seated on the Clouds - Marcantonio Raimondi — Marcantonio Raimondi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/abraham-sending-his-servant-for-rebecca-adriaen-collaert\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eAbraham Sending His Servant for Rebecca - Adriaen Collaert — Adriaen Collaert\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Johann Theodor de Bry","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485957689679,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485962572111,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485962604879,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58485962637647,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58485962670415,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58485962703183,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58485962735951,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58485962768719,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58485962801487,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58485962834255,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58485962867023,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58485962899791,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/De-hazenjager-The-Hare-Hunter-_Poster_CompositorV1_1786370473095.jpg?v=1786847124"},{"product_id":"jonge-vrouw-wijst-oude-vrijer-af-johann-theodor-de-bry","title":"Jonge vrouw wijst oude vrijer af - Johann Theodor de Bry","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed 17th-century engraving by Johann Theodor de Bry depicting a young woman rejecting the advances of an elderly suitor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Johann Theodor de Bry depicts a classic moralising theme common in Northern European art of the late sixteenth and early seventeenth centuries. The scene captures a young woman physically recoiling from the advances of an elderly, bearded suitor. The man, dressed in period attire, attempts to offer a purse of money, a traditional symbol of the transactional nature of such unions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo the left, a winged Cupid figure stands upon the bed, observing the interaction with a knowing expression. The presence of this mythological figure suggests that the artist is commenting on the nature of love, desire, and the folly of age attempting to purchase youth. The composition is structured with a clear foreground action, while the background provides a glimpse through an open doorway into a quiet, exterior setting. This contrast between the tense, interior drama and the calm, distant architecture adds a layer of narrative depth to the work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDe Bry employs precise, controlled lines characteristic of the engraving techniques of the period. The cross-hatching used to define the folds of the bed curtains and the textures of the clothing demonstrates a high level of technical proficiency. The figures are rendered with the elongated proportions and expressive gestures typical of the Mannerist style, which prioritised stylistic artifice and emotional tension over strict naturalism. This print serves as a visual record of the social anxieties regarding marriage and wealth during the Dutch Golden Age. It invites the viewer to consider the power dynamics at play, as the young woman asserts her agency against the material pressure exerted by her suitor. The work remains a fine example of the period's interest in didactic imagery, where domestic scenes were used to convey broader societal warnings about greed and the mismatch of age in romantic pursuits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/the-virgin-seated-on-the-clouds-marcantonio-raimondi\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Virgin Seated on the Clouds - Marcantonio Raimondi — Marcantonio Raimondi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/portret-van-ambrosius-plettenbergh-theodor-matham\" 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;\"\u003ePortret van Ambrosius Plettenbergh - Theodor Matham — Theodor Matham\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Johann Theodor de Bry","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485960311119,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485964177743,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485964210511,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58485964243279,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58485964276047,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58485964308815,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58485964341583,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58485964374351,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58485964407119,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58485964439887,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58485964472655,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58485964505423,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Jonge-vrouw-wijst-oude-vrijer-af_Poster_CompositorV1_1786370648272.jpg?v=1786847220"},{"product_id":"de-blinde-leidt-de-blinde-johann-theodor-de-bry","title":"De blinde leidt de blinde - Johann Theodor de Bry","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed sixteenth-century engraving by Johann Theodor de Bry illustrating the biblical parable of the blind leading the blind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Johann Theodor de Bry depicts the biblical parable of the blind leading the blind. The composition features a procession of figures, each grasping the shoulder or staff of the person ahead, as they stumble towards a ditch. The lead figure has already fallen into the water, capturing the moment of impending disaster for the group. De Bry utilises a dense, cross-hatched technique to define the figures and the surrounding environment, which includes a rural village, a church, and a small boat on a distant body of water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe work reflects the moralising tone common in Northern European printmaking during the late sixteenth century. By placing the scene within a recognisable Dutch or Flemish rural setting, the artist brings the parable into a contemporary context for his audience. The trees frame the scene, creating a sense of enclosure that directs the viewer's eye toward the central action. The figures are rendered with attention to their period clothing, including cloaks and hats, which adds a layer of historical specificity to the allegorical subject matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJohann Theodor de Bry was a member of a prominent family of engravers and publishers based in Frankfurt. His technical proficiency is evident in the varied line work used to distinguish between the textures of the foliage, the water, and the fabric of the garments. This print is an example of the widespread dissemination of moral narratives through small-scale, portable media during the Renaissance. It serves as a visual representation of the consequences of following misguided leadership, a theme that resonated deeply within the social and religious climate of the period. The print remains a clear example of the narrative capabilities of the engraving medium, demonstrating how complex moral lessons were translated into accessible visual forms for a broad 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\/the-virgin-seated-on-the-clouds-marcantonio-raimondi\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Virgin Seated on the Clouds - Marcantonio Raimondi — Marcantonio Raimondi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/portret-van-ambrosius-plettenbergh-theodor-matham\" 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;\"\u003ePortret van Ambrosius Plettenbergh - Theodor Matham — Theodor Matham\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Johann Theodor de Bry","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485965979983,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485968601423,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485968634191,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58485968666959,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58485968699727,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58485968732495,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58485968765263,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58485968798031,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58485968830799,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58485968863567,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58485968896335,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58485968929103,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/De-blinde-leidt-de-blinde_Poster_CompositorV1_1786370768728.jpg?v=1786847407"},{"product_id":"een-man-wordt-een-spiegel-voorgehouden-beziet-u-zelve-johann-theodor-de-bry","title":"Een man wordt een spiegel voorgehouden (Beziet u zelve) - Johann Theodor de Bry","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century engraving by Johann Theodor de Bry depicting an allegorical scene of self-reflection and moral examination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Johann Theodor de Bry, a member of the prolific de Bry family of engravers and publishers, captures a moralising scene common to the late sixteenth and early seventeenth centuries. The composition depicts a man being presented with a mirror, a classic iconographic device used to represent self-reflection, vanity, or the necessity of self-examination. The figures are rendered with the characteristic precision of the period, utilising dense hatching and cross-hatching to define form and shadow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe scene is set outdoors, with a tree providing a vertical anchor on the left and a suggestion of a village in the background. The interaction between the figures is deliberate, with one individual holding the mirror while another gestures, perhaps offering counsel or warning. The mirror itself reflects a face, reinforcing the theme of introspection. De Bry employs a clear, linear style, typical of the workshop practices of the time, where clarity of narrative was paramount. The drapery of the garments is handled with rhythmic, parallel lines that follow the contours of the bodies, a technique that provides volume and texture to the figures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuch prints were often produced as part of larger series intended for a learned audience, circulating ideas about human behaviour and morality. The work functions as a visual sermon, urging the viewer to consider their own nature and actions. The technical execution demonstrates the high level of craftsmanship associated with the de Bry workshop, which was instrumental in the dissemination of visual culture across Europe during the early modern period. The print remains a compelling example of how Northern Mannerist artists utilised allegory to engage with philosophical questions, presenting complex ideas through accessible, human-centred narratives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/the-virgin-seated-on-the-clouds-marcantonio-raimondi\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Virgin Seated on the Clouds - Marcantonio Raimondi — Marcantonio Raimondi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/portret-van-ambrosius-plettenbergh-theodor-matham\" 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;\"\u003ePortret van Ambrosius Plettenbergh - Theodor Matham — Theodor Matham\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Johann Theodor de Bry","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485968437583,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485970796879,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485970829647,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58485970862415,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58485970895183,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58485970927951,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58485970960719,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58485970993487,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58485971026255,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58485971059023,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58485971091791,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58485971124559,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Een-man-wordt-een-spiegel-voorgehouden-Beziet-u-zelve-_Poster_CompositorV1_1786370888355.jpg?v=1786847574"},{"product_id":"het-hooi-loopt-het-paard-achterna-johann-theodor-de-bry","title":"Het hooi loopt het paard achterna - Johann Theodor de Bry","description":"\u003cp\u003eA satirical engraving by Johann Theodor de Bry depicting a world turned upside down, where a person hidden under a basket of hay chases a horse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Johann Theodor de Bry depicts a scene of topsy-turvy absurdity, a common theme in late sixteenth-century Northern European print culture. The title, translated as 'The hay chases the horse', refers to a world turned upside down, where the natural order of things is inverted. A person, obscured by a large basket of hay, pursues a horse, reversing the expected relationship between the animal and its fodder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDe Bry, a member of a prominent family of engravers and publishers, utilised the precise techniques of the period to render this humorous narrative. The composition employs clear, hatched lines to define the forms of the horse, the hay-laden figure, and the rural background. The background features sparse, leafless trees and simple cottages, providing a stark setting that allows the central, bizarre action to dominate the viewer's attention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuch works were often produced as part of series exploring proverbs, moral lessons, or simply the human fascination with the grotesque and the irrational. The engraving demonstrates the technical skill of the de Bry workshop, which was instrumental in the dissemination of visual culture across Europe during the Renaissance. The clarity of the line work and the deliberate placement of figures reflect the period's interest in narrative clarity, even when the subject matter is intentionally nonsensical. This print offers a glimpse into the popular culture of the era, where visual humour served as both entertainment and a commentary on the perceived chaos of the world. The stark contrast between the realistic rendering of the horse and the surreal nature of the scene creates a tension that is characteristic of the Mannerist style, which frequently played with expectations of reality and logic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/the-virgin-seated-on-the-clouds-marcantonio-raimondi\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Virgin Seated on the Clouds - Marcantonio Raimondi — Marcantonio Raimondi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/portret-van-ambrosius-plettenbergh-theodor-matham\" 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;\"\u003ePortret van Ambrosius Plettenbergh - Theodor Matham — Theodor Matham\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Johann Theodor de Bry","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485968535887,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485971190095,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485971222863,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58485971255631,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58485971288399,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58485971321167,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58485971353935,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58485971386703,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58485971419471,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58485971452239,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58485971485007,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58485971517775,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Het-hooi-loopt-het-paard-achterna_Poster_CompositorV1_1786371039547.jpg?v=1786847610"},{"product_id":"hoer-verleidt-man-johann-theodor-de-bry","title":"Hoer verleidt man - Johann Theodor de Bry","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed Northern Mannerist engraving by Johann Theodor de Bry depicting an allegorical scene of seduction and moral warning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Johann Theodor de Bry, titled Hoer verleidt man, belongs to the tradition of Northern Mannerist printmaking. De Bry, a member of a prominent family of engravers and publishers, produced works that often combined moralising themes with the technical precision characteristic of the period. The composition depicts a scene of seduction, where a woman reclines on a canopied bed while a man, dressed in the elaborate fashion of the late sixteenth century, is drawn towards her. The inclusion of a rope binding the man's ankle suggests an allegorical reading, warning against the dangers of moral temptation and the loss of agency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe artist employs a variety of hatching techniques to define the textures of the bed hangings, the fabric of the clothing, and the contours of the figures. The spatial arrangement is typical of the era, prioritising the narrative clarity of the figures over a strictly realistic perspective. The bed, with its heavy drapery and decorative canopy, occupies the central space, creating a stage-like environment for the interaction. The man's posture, with his hat raised in a gesture of greeting or submission, contrasts with the reclining figure of the woman, who appears to hold the tether that binds him.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTechnically, the work demonstrates the high level of control required for copperplate engraving. De Bry uses fine, rhythmic lines to model the forms, ensuring that the light and shadow provide a sense of volume to the figures. This print serves as an example of how moral instruction was communicated through visual media in early modern Europe. It reflects the preoccupation with social conduct and the risks associated with urban life. The print is a specimen of the graphic arts that circulated widely among collectors and scholars, offering a window into the cultural anxieties of the time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/the-virgin-seated-on-the-clouds-marcantonio-raimondi\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Virgin Seated on the Clouds - Marcantonio Raimondi — Marcantonio Raimondi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/portret-van-ambrosius-plettenbergh-theodor-matham\" 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;\"\u003ePortret van Ambrosius Plettenbergh - Theodor Matham — Theodor Matham\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Johann Theodor de Bry","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485972992335,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485973909839,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485973942607,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58485973975375,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58485974008143,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58485974040911,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58485974073679,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58485974106447,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58485974139215,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58485974171983,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58485974204751,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58485974237519,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Hoer-verleidt-man_Poster_CompositorV1_1786368968881.jpg?v=1786847763"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.co.uk\/collections\/johann-theodor-de-bry.oembed","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}