{"title":"Franz Ertinger","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"briseis-restored-to-achilles-frans-ertinger","title":"Briseis Restored to Achilles - Frans Ertinger","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century etching by Frans Ertinger depicting the return of Briseis to Achilles, framed by classical architectural motifs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Frans Ertinger depicts the moment Briseis is returned to Achilles, a narrative drawn from Homer's Iliad. Ertinger, a Flemish printmaker active in the late seventeenth century, demonstrates a command of line and shadow characteristic of the period. The composition is framed by architectural elements, including herms and cornucopiae, which provide a theatrical structure to the scene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the centre, Briseis stands as the focus of the interaction, surrounded by figures who facilitate her return. Achilles gestures towards her, his posture conveying authority and resolution. The background includes the masts of ships, grounding the narrative in the context of the Trojan War. Ertinger employs a variety of hatching techniques to define the musculature of the figures and the folds of their classical drapery. The presence of putti at the top of the frame adds a decorative layer, typical of Baroque printmaking, which often sought to elevate historical subjects through elaborate ornamentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eErtinger's work often involved the reproduction of paintings by other masters, and this print reflects the conventions of seventeenth-century reproductive engraving. The attention to detail in the foreground, from the vessels being handled by the kneeling figures to the horses waiting at the right, creates a sense of activity. The print captures the tension of the Homeric narrative while adhering to the formal requirements of the time, balancing human drama with a structured, decorative environment. This piece offers a glimpse into the way classical literature was visualised and disseminated through print culture in Europe during the late seventeenth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/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=\"\/fr\/products\/pastoral-landscape-with-the-ponte-molle-claude-lorrain\" 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;\"\u003ePastoral Landscape with the Ponte Molle - Claude Lorrain — Claude Lorrain\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Franz Ertinger","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58644037108047,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58644045267279,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58644045300047,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58644045332815,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58644045365583,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58644045398351,"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":58644045431119,"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":58644045463887,"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":58644045496655,"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":58644045529423,"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":58644045562191,"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":58644045594959,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Briseis-Restored-to-Achilles_Poster_CompositorV1_1788346746014.jpg?v=1788347209"},{"product_id":"achilles-vanquishing-hector-frans-ertinger","title":"Achilles Vanquishing Hector - Frans Ertinger","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century etching by Frans Ertinger depicting the climactic duel between Achilles and Hector from the Iliad.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Frans Ertinger depicts the final confrontation between the Greek hero Achilles and the Trojan prince Hector. The composition follows the conventions of seventeenth-century history prints, framing the central combat within an architectural structure. Flanking the scene are two herms, or terminal figures, which provide a sense of theatrical staging common to the period. Above the combatants, putti hold garlands, while the figure of Athena, identifiable by her owl, oversees the outcome of the duel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eErtinger employs a precise etching technique to define the musculature of the figures and the metallic sheen of their armour. The action is captured at the moment Hector falls, his posture conveying the weight of his defeat. In the background, the walls of Troy are visible, providing context to the narrative. The foreground features a pair of fighting birds, a symbolic detail that mirrors the conflict occurring between the two warriors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a Flemish artist active in the late seventeenth century, Ertinger was part of a tradition that valued technical clarity and classical subject matter. His work often reflects the influence of contemporary painters who sought to translate epic poetry into visual form. This print demonstrates the period's interest in balanced, structured compositions where every element, from the decorative border to the central figures, contributes to the overall narrative. The monochromatic nature of the etching allows the viewer to focus on the draughtsmanship and the dynamic tension between the two protagonists. This piece is a representative example of the printmaking output that circulated classical themes among European collectors during the Baroque era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/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=\"\/fr\/products\/pastoral-landscape-with-the-ponte-molle-claude-lorrain\" 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;\"\u003ePastoral Landscape with the Ponte Molle - Claude Lorrain — Claude Lorrain\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Franz Ertinger","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58644429766991,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58644446019919,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58644446052687,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58644446085455,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58644446118223,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58644446150991,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58644446183759,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58644446216527,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58644446249295,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58644446282063,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58644446314831,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58644446347599,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Achilles-Vanquishing-Hector_Poster_CompositorV1_1788350625336.jpg?v=1788350784"},{"product_id":"achilles-instructed-by-cheiron-frans-ertinger","title":"Achilles Instructed by Cheiron - Frans Ertinger","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed 1679 etching by Frans Ertinger depicting the mythological scene of the young Achilles being instructed by the centaur Cheiron.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by the Flemish artist Frans Ertinger depicts the classical myth of the young Achilles receiving instruction from the centaur Cheiron. The composition is framed by an architectural border, featuring herms on either side that support a decorative floral frieze. The central scene shows the youthful hero mounted upon the back of his mentor, who holds a staff, suggesting a moment of tutelage within a pastoral setting. A hound rests near a tree in the background, while hunting implements, including a bow and quiver, are arranged at the base of the frame, referencing the education of a warrior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eErtinger, active during the late seventeenth century, demonstrates a precise command of line and cross-hatching to define form and texture. The work reflects the period's interest in classical themes and the use of elaborate framing devices to contain narrative scenes. The figures are rendered with a focus on anatomical clarity, typical of the academic approach to mythological subjects during this era. The inclusion of the date 1679 in the lower margin confirms its production during the artist's mature period. This print serves as a representative example of the graphic arts produced in the Low Countries, where the tradition of copperplate engraving and etching remained a primary medium for the dissemination of classical iconography and historical narratives. The balance between the central mythological figures and the surrounding decorative elements creates a structured, formal presentation of the subject matter, consistent with the aesthetic values of the late Baroque period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/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=\"\/fr\/products\/pastoral-landscape-with-the-ponte-molle-claude-lorrain\" 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;\"\u003ePastoral Landscape with the Ponte Molle - Claude Lorrain — Claude Lorrain\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Franz Ertinger","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58733305463119,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58733496729935,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58733496762703,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58733496795471,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58733496828239,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58733496861007,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58733496893775,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58733496926543,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58733496959311,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58733496992079,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58733497024847,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58733497057615,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Achilles-Instructed-by-Cheiron_Poster_CompositorV1_1789244723326.jpg?v=1789244756"},{"product_id":"thetis-plunging-achilles-into-the-river-styx-frans-ertinger","title":"Thetis Plunging Achilles into the River Styx - Frans Ertinger","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century etching by Frans Ertinger depicting the mythological scene of Thetis submerging the infant Achilles in the River Styx.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Frans Ertinger depicts the classical myth of the sea nymph Thetis attempting to render her son, Achilles, invulnerable. She holds the infant by his heel, submerging him into the waters of the River Styx. The composition is framed by architectural elements, specifically two herms that flank the scene, creating a theatrical effect common in seventeenth-century printmaking. Above the central action, a bat-like creature and garlands add to the sombre, otherworldly atmosphere of the underworld.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the background, the artist includes a distant view of a fortress and a boat crossing the river, likely representing Charon ferrying souls. At the base of the composition, the three-headed dog Cerberus lies in wait, reinforcing the setting as the entrance to Hades. Ertinger employs precise line work to define the musculature of the figures and the textures of the stone architecture. The use of light, particularly the torch held by the attendant figure, provides a directional focus that draws the eye toward the submerged child.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eErtinger was a Flemish engraver who spent much of his career in Paris. His work often involved the reproduction of classical themes and historical narratives. This print demonstrates the technical skill required for etching during the period, balancing narrative clarity with decorative framing. The scene captures a moment of high tension, contrasting the maternal act of protection with the dark, foreboding environment of the afterlife. The print serves as a fine example of how Baroque artists interpreted Greek mythology, blending human drama with symbolic iconography to convey the weight of the legend.\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=\"\/fr\/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=\"\/fr\/products\/pastoral-landscape-with-the-ponte-molle-claude-lorrain\" 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;\"\u003ePastoral Landscape with the Ponte Molle - Claude Lorrain — Claude Lorrain\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Franz Ertinger","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58733550141775,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58733596082511,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58733596115279,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58733596148047,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58733596180815,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58733596213583,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58733596246351,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58733596279119,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58733596311887,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58733596344655,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58733596377423,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58733596410191,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Thetis-Plunging-Achilles-into-the-River-Styx_Poster_CompositorV1_1789245279782.jpg?v=1789245313"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.co.uk\/fr\/collections\/franz-ertinger.oembed","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}