{"title":"Johannes Lutma","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"verticale-kwabcartouche-met-twee-maskers-johannes-lutma","title":"Verticale kwabcartouche met twee maskers - Johannes Lutma","description":"\u003cp\u003eA seventeenth-century etching by Johannes Lutma featuring an auricular cartouche with organic, cartilage-like forms and two masks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Johannes Lutma displays the characteristic features of the Auricular style, a decorative movement that emerged in the Netherlands during the mid-seventeenth century. The term kwab, or auricular, refers to the cartilage-like, organic forms that define the composition. These fluid, fleshy shapes appear to melt and fold into one another, creating a sense of malleability that contrasts with the rigid geometry of earlier Renaissance ornamentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe central oval space is framed by these undulating forms, which terminate in two distinct masks at the top and bottom. Lutma, a goldsmith by trade, applied his understanding of metalwork to the medium of printmaking. The shading techniques employed here mimic the way light plays across polished silver or bronze, giving the two-dimensional print a sculptural quality. The lines are precise, building volume through cross-hatching and varying densities of ink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuch designs were often produced as pattern books for other craftsmen, including silversmiths, woodcarvers, and furniture makers. They provided a visual vocabulary for the creation of frames, cartouches, and decorative hardware. By focusing on the interplay of light and shadow, Lutma creates a sense of depth that makes the frame appear to project from the page. This work is a clear example of the Dutch Golden Age interest in experimental, non-classical forms that pushed the boundaries of traditional ornament. The composition remains balanced despite the asymmetrical, organic nature of the auricular elements, demonstrating the technical control Lutma exerted over his 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=\"\/de\/products\/the-lion-chicago-joseph-pennell\" 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 Lion, Chicago - Joseph Pennell — Joseph Pennell\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/de\/products\/der-mantel-walter-gramatte\" 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;\"\u003eDer Mantel - Walter Gramatté — Walter Gramatté\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Johannes Lutma","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58677908046159,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58677918007631,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58677918040399,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58677918073167,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58677918105935,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58677918138703,"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":58677918171471,"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":58677918204239,"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":58677918237007,"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":58677918269775,"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":58677918302543,"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":58677918335311,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Verticale-kwabcartouche-met-twee-maskers_Poster_CompositorV1_1788559129590.jpg?v=1788559257"},{"product_id":"portretbuste-van-joost-van-den-vondel-johannes-lutma","title":"Portretbuste van Joost van den Vondel - Johannes Lutma","description":"\u003cp\u003eA refined portrait of the poet Joost van den Vondel, rendered as a classical bust with symbolic attributes by the Dutch master Johannes Lutma.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis print by Johannes Lutma depicts the Dutch poet and playwright Joost van den Vondel. The composition presents the subject as a classical bust, a common convention for honouring literary figures during the seventeenth century. Lutma, a skilled goldsmith and engraver, employs a sophisticated technique that combines etching with stipple engraving to achieve a sculptural quality. The soft, granular texture of the stippling creates a smooth transition of light across the skin, mimicking the appearance of marble or terracotta.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bust rests upon a stone plinth, which features a relief carving of a swan. This detail serves as a visual pun on the poet's name, Vondel, which is phonetically linked to the Dutch word for swan. To the left, a lyre is positioned, acting as an attribute of the poet and his association with the Muses. The arched background provides a sense of depth, framing the profile view of the subject with a dark, atmospheric shadow that pushes the bust forward into the viewer's space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLutma was a prominent figure in Amsterdam, known for his work in precious metals and his innovative approach to printmaking. This particular work demonstrates his ability to translate the tactile qualities of three-dimensional objects into the two-dimensional medium of paper. The precision of the lines and the careful modulation of tone reveal the technical rigour expected of a master craftsman of the Dutch Golden Age. By integrating symbolic elements like the swan and the lyre, Lutma elevates the portrait beyond a mere likeness, crafting a narrative about the poet's identity and his contribution to Dutch literature. The print remains a fine example of the intersection between portraiture and allegorical design in the seventeenth-century Netherlands.\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=\"\/de\/products\/portrait-of-charles-i-of-england-anthony-van-dyck\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortrait of Charles I of England - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/de\/products\/apotheosis-of-hercules-giovanni-domenico-tiepolo\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eApotheosis of Hercules - Giovanni Domenico Tiepolo — Giovanni Domenico Tiepolo\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Johannes Lutma","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58677910045007,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58677916369231,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58677916401999,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58677916434767,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58677916467535,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58677916500303,"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":58677916533071,"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":58677916565839,"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":58677916598607,"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":58677916631375,"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":58677916664143,"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":58677916696911,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Portretbuste-van-Joost-van-den-Vondel_Poster_CompositorV1_1788558591385.jpg?v=1788559332"},{"product_id":"verticale-kwabcartouche-met-masker-johannes-lutma","title":"Verticale kwabcartouche met masker - Johannes Lutma","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century etching by Johannes Lutma, showcasing the fluid, organic forms of the Dutch auricular style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Johannes Lutma, a prominent Dutch goldsmith and engraver, exemplifies the kwabornament or auricular style. This aesthetic, which emerged in the mid-seventeenth century, is characterised by fluid, cartilage-like forms that appear to melt or shift. The design features a central oval void, framed by organic, fleshy scrolls that terminate in a mask at the base. The composition relies on the interplay of light and shadow, achieved through precise hatching and cross-hatching, to suggest a three-dimensional, malleable quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLutma was a master of this style, which he applied to both his metalwork and his graphic designs. The auricular style often incorporates grotesque elements, such as the mask seen here, which adds a sense of mystery to the otherwise abstract, flowing geometry. The print served as a model for other craftsmen, providing a template for frames, cartouches, and decorative silver objects. The lack of rigid, straight lines reflects the period's fascination with the irregular and the organic, moving away from the strict symmetry of earlier Renaissance ornamentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a museum-grade print, this piece offers a clear view into the technical skill required for seventeenth-century etching. The lines are controlled yet expressive, capturing the tension between the solid metal frame and the soft, almost liquid appearance of the ornament. It is a study in form and texture, demonstrating how decorative arts were disseminated through printed series during the Dutch Golden Age. This work remains a reference for those interested in the history of European ornament and the development of the auricular style in the Netherlands.\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=\"\/de\/products\/the-lion-chicago-joseph-pennell\" 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 Lion, Chicago - Joseph Pennell — Joseph Pennell\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/de\/products\/der-mantel-walter-gramatte\" 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;\"\u003eDer Mantel - Walter Gramatté — Walter Gramatté\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Johannes Lutma","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58677972631887,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58677976695119,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58677976727887,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58677976760655,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58677976793423,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58677976826191,"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":58677976858959,"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":58677976891727,"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":58677976924495,"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":58677976957263,"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":58677976990031,"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":58677977022799,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Verticale-kwabcartouche-met-masker_Poster_CompositorV1_1788560762637.jpg?v=1788561162"},{"product_id":"horizontale-kwabcartouche-met-masker-johannes-lutma","title":"Horizontale kwabcartouche met masker - Johannes Lutma","description":"\u003cp\u003eA fine etching by Johannes Lutma showcasing the fluid, organic forms of the Dutch Auricular style, featuring a central mask and decorative motifs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Johannes Lutma displays the distinctive characteristics of the Auricular style, or 'kwabstijl', which gained popularity in the Netherlands during the mid-seventeenth century. The composition features a central cartouche defined by fluid, cartilage-like forms that appear to melt and fold upon themselves. Lutma, a master silversmith and engraver, utilised his deep understanding of metalwork to translate these malleable shapes into a two-dimensional print.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe design incorporates a central mask, a common motif in Dutch decorative arts of the period, which emerges from the organic, undulating borders of the cartouche. The lines are precise and controlled, demonstrating the technical skill required to render the soft, fleshy quality of the auricular forms. Small decorative elements, including torches and fruit, flank the central structure, providing a sense of balance to the otherwise asymmetrical and restless design. The etching serves as a model for craftsmen, intended to inspire designs for silver objects, frames, or architectural ornaments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLutma was a central figure in the development of this aesthetic, which prioritised movement and organic distortion over the rigid geometry of earlier Renaissance styles. The print captures the essence of the Dutch Golden Age interest in naturalistic yet fantastical ornamentation. By focusing on the interplay of light and shadow through cross-hatching, the artist creates a sense of volume and depth, making the cartouche appear as if it were cast in metal. This work remains a primary example of the experimental approach to design that defined the mid-seventeenth-century Dutch decorative arts 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=\"\/de\/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=\"\/de\/products\/maid-of-athens-raphael-kirchner\" 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;\"\u003eMaid of Athens - Raphael Kirchner — Raphael Kirchner\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Johannes Lutma","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58677996519759,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58677997502799,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58677997535567,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58677997568335,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58677997601103,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58677997633871,"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":58677997666639,"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":58677997699407,"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":58677997732175,"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":58677997764943,"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":58677997797711,"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":58677997830479,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Horizontale-kwabcartouche-met-masker_Poster_CompositorV1_1788561626324.jpg?v=1788562276"},{"product_id":"saint-john-the-evangelist-writing-johannes-lutma","title":"Saint John the Evangelist Writing - Johannes Lutma","description":"\u003cp\u003eA refined etching by Dutch artist Johannes Lutma, portraying Saint John the Evangelist in a moment of quiet, focused writing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Johannes Lutma depicts Saint John the Evangelist in a moment of quiet concentration. The figure is shown from the waist up, his head tilted as he focuses on the text within an open book. He holds a quill in his right hand, poised to write, while his left hand supports the volume. The composition relies on a subtle interplay of light and shadow, typical of the period, which draws attention to the saint's facial expression and the texture of his garments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLutma, primarily known as a goldsmith and silversmith in Amsterdam, produced a limited number of prints. His work in this medium often demonstrates a technical precision that reflects his background in metalwork. The lines are controlled and deliberate, creating a sense of volume and form without relying on excessive detail. The background remains dark and indistinct, ensuring that the viewer remains focused on the act of writing and the contemplative nature of the subject.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis print captures the traditional iconography of the Evangelist, yet it does so with a restraint that avoids theatricality. The soft modelling of the face and the gentle folds of the drapery indicate a high level of skill in the etching process. By stripping away extraneous elements, Lutma presents a study of focus and intellectual labour. The work provides an insight into the artistic output of a craftsman who applied the same rigour to his prints as he did to his intricate metal objects. It is a piece that rewards close inspection, revealing the nuances of the artist's hand and his ability to convey character through simple, effective mark-making.\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=\"\/de\/products\/the-lion-chicago-joseph-pennell\" 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 Lion, Chicago - Joseph Pennell — Joseph Pennell\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/de\/products\/der-mantel-walter-gramatte\" 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;\"\u003eDer Mantel - Walter Gramatté — Walter Gramatté\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Johannes Lutma","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58678003794255,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58678018736463,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58678018769231,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58678018801999,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58678018834767,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58678018867535,"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":58678018900303,"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":58678018933071,"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":58678018965839,"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":58678018998607,"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":58678019031375,"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":58678019064143,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Saint-John-the-Evangelist-Writing_Poster_CompositorV1_1788562453132.jpg?v=1788562769"},{"product_id":"horizontale-kwabcartouche-met-twee-hartvormige-compartimenten-johannes-lutma","title":"Horizontale kwabcartouche met twee hartvormige compartimenten - Johannes Lutma","description":"\u003cp\u003eA seventeenth-century etching by Dutch goldsmith Johannes Lutma, featuring a symmetrical cartouche in the distinctive Auricular style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Johannes Lutma represents the distinctive Auricular style, or kwabstijl, which emerged in the Netherlands during the mid-seventeenth century. The design features a horizontal cartouche composed of two symmetrical, heart-shaped compartments. The surrounding frame exhibits the characteristic fluid, cartilage-like forms that define this aesthetic, where rigid materials appear to soften and contort into organic, fleshy shapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLutma, a prominent Dutch goldsmith and silversmith, utilised his expertise in metalwork to create these ornamental prints. His designs were intended as patterns for fellow craftsmen, providing templates for silver mounts, frames, and decorative objects. The etching technique allows for precise shading, which gives the cartouche a three-dimensional quality, suggesting the depth and curvature of embossed metal. The play of light and shadow across the undulating surfaces demonstrates the artist's focus on volume and tactile form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work is part of a broader series of designs that helped disseminate the Auricular style throughout Europe. The composition is balanced and restrained, focusing entirely on the structural possibilities of the cartouche. By stripping away extraneous narrative elements, Lutma directs the viewer's attention to the interplay between the negative space of the central compartments and the complex, flowing lines of the frame. The print serves as a record of seventeenth-century decorative arts, capturing a moment when the boundaries between sculpture and graphic design were fluid. 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