{"title":"Johannes De Mare","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"man-in-armour-before-a-pope-johannes-de-mare","title":"Man in Armour Before a Pope - Johannes de Mare","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed nineteenth-century etching by Johannes de Mare, depicting a historical encounter between a knight in armour and a seated Pope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by the Dutch artist Johannes de Mare depicts a narrative scene set within a formal, ecclesiastical environment. The central composition features a man clad in full plate armour standing before a seated figure, likely a Pope, who occupies a throne. The interaction suggests a moment of diplomatic or military negotiation, common in nineteenth-century historical genre works that drew inspiration from European history and literature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is structured as a vignette, with the primary scene contained within an irregular, cloud-like border. Surrounding this central encounter are smaller, secondary scenes that provide context or alternative perspectives on the narrative. These peripheral figures include groups of individuals in period dress, suggesting a wider social or courtly setting. The artist employs a delicate etching technique, using fine lines to define the textures of the armour, the folds of the papal robes, and the architectural details of the interior space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJohannes de Mare was active during a period when printmaking served as a primary medium for disseminating historical and literary narratives to a wider public. His work reflects the technical precision characteristic of Dutch printmakers of the mid-nineteenth century. The monochromatic palette focuses the viewer on the interplay of light and shadow, which helps to create a sense of depth within the central chamber. The figures are rendered with a focus on gesture and posture, conveying the formal nature of the encounter. This print is a representative example of the period's interest in historical costume and dramatic storytelling, executed with the restraint and clarity typical of the era's reproductive print culture.\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=\"\/it\/products\/the-labors-of-the-federation-nationale-jules-de-goncourt\" 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 Labors of the Federation Nationale by Jules de Goncourt\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/it\/products\/vier-mannen-in-zeventiende-eeuws-kostuum-charles-rochussen\" 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;\"\u003eVier mannen in zeventiende-eeuws kostuum by Charles Rochussen\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/it\/collections\/johannes-de-mare\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#2a555a;border:1px solid #2a555a;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#ffffff;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eMore by Johannes de Mare →\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Johannes de Mare","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58758809551183,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58758814728527,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58758814761295,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58758814794063,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58758814826831,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58758814859599,"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":58758814892367,"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":58758814925135,"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":58758814957903,"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":58758814990671,"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":58758815023439,"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":58758815056207,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Man-in-Armour-Before-a-Pope_Poster_CompositorV1_1789228267085.jpg?v=1789228931"},{"product_id":"wapenschil-met-devies-johannes-de-mare","title":"Wapenschil met devies - Johannes de Mare","description":"\u003cp\u003eA precise nineteenth-century Dutch engraving of a heraldic coat of arms, featuring two wild men supporters and the Latin motto 'Nec timide nec tumide'.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Johannes de Mare presents a formal heraldic composition, typical of the early nineteenth-century Dutch tradition. The central shield, or escutcheon, features a chevron flanked by floral motifs, surmounted by a coronet and a closed helmet. The entire arrangement is supported by two wild men, or 'woodwoses', who stand upon a plinth. Each figure holds a club over their shoulder, a common motif in European heraldry representing strength and the untamed natural world. Below the plinth, a ribbon displays the Latin motto 'NEC TIMIDE NEC TUMIDE', which translates to 'Neither timidly nor arrogantly'.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJohannes de Mare was a skilled engraver whose work often involved precise, linear execution. The technique here relies on fine hatching and cross-hatching to define the musculature of the figures and the metallic texture of the armour. The composition is balanced and symmetrical, adhering to the strict conventions of heraldic display. The negative space surrounding the central emblem is significant, drawing the eye to the clarity of the line work and the balanced proportions of the figures. Such prints were frequently produced for genealogical records, bookplates, or official documentation, reflecting the period's interest in lineage and formal symbolism. The clean, monochromatic aesthetic provides a clear view of the technical proficiency required for such detailed copperplate work, where every stroke serves to clarify the complex iconography of the coat of arms.\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=\"\/it\/products\/wapen-met-drie-lelies-jean-bernard\" 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;\"\u003eWapen met drie lelies by Jean Bernard\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/it\/products\/blazoen-van-de-jennettebloeme-lier-l-van-peteghem\" 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;\"\u003eBlazoen van De Jennettebloeme (Lier) by L. van Peteghem\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/it\/collections\/johannes-de-mare\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#2a555a;border:1px solid #2a555a;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#ffffff;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eJohannes de Mare prints →\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Johannes de Mare","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58810017317199,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58810038911311,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58810038944079,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58810038976847,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58810039009615,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58810039042383,"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":58810039075151,"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":58810039107919,"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":58810039140687,"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":58810039173455,"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":58810039206223,"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":58810039238991,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Wapenschil-met-devies_Poster_CompositorV1_1789675086949.jpg?v=1789695779"},{"product_id":"dame-voor-een-klavier-johannes-de-mare","title":"Dame voor een klavier - Johannes de Mare","description":"\u003cp\u003eA refined nineteenth-century engraving by Johannes de Mare depicting a woman at a keyboard, rendered with technical precision and classic portraiture style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Johannes de Mare, titled Dame voor een klavier, captures a woman in a moment of musical study. The subject stands beside a keyboard instrument, holding a sheet of music in her left hand while her right hand rests upon the keys. Her attire, featuring a gown with lace trim and a prominent feather in her hair, reflects the fashion of the mid-nineteenth century. The composition employs a dark, atmospheric background that directs attention to the figure, while the drapery to the right adds a sense of volume and texture to the scene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJohannes de Mare was a Dutch engraver known for his technical precision. This work demonstrates his ability to render varied surfaces, from the soft texture of the feather to the sheen of the fabric and the solid form of the instrument. The use of cross-hatching and fine line work creates a range of grey tones, providing depth without the need for colour. Such prints were common in the nineteenth century, often serving as reproductions of paintings or as standalone works for collectors of portraiture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this piece, the artist balances the static nature of the portrait with the implied action of the musician. The woman looks directly at the viewer, creating a sense of engagement. The keyboard instrument, likely a spinet or early piano, serves as a prop that defines the character of the sitter as one of refinement and education. The print is a clear example of the high level of craftsmanship applied to reproductive engraving during this period, where the engraver acted as a translator of light and form from one medium to another. The work remains a study in the aesthetics of the era, focusing on the grace and poise of the subject through controlled, deliberate 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=\"\/it\/products\/the-reading-of-the-will-john-burnet\" 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 Reading of the Will - John Burnet — John Burnet\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/it\/products\/charles-the-first-in-the-guard-room-of-cromwells-soldiers-achille-louis-martinet\" 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;\"\u003eCharles the First (In the Guard Room of Cromwell's Soldiers) - Achille Louis Martinet — Achille Louis Martinet\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Johannes de Mare","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58810106282319,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58810143211855,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58810143244623,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58810143277391,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58810143310159,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58810143342927,"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":58810143375695,"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":58810143408463,"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":58810143441231,"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":58810143473999,"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":58810143506767,"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":58810143539535,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Dame-voor-een-klavier_Poster_CompositorV1_1789676649148.jpg?v=1789698770"},{"product_id":"vrouw-tekenend-in-een-venster-johannes-de-mare","title":"Vrouw tekenend in een venster - Johannes de Mare","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed engraving by Johannes de Mare depicting a woman drawing in a window, surrounded by classical sculptures and architectural elements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis fine art print by Johannes de Mare captures a scene of artistic study, rendered with the technical precision characteristic of early nineteenth-century Dutch engraving. The composition features a woman seated at a window, engaged in the act of drawing. She is accompanied by a male figure who presents a small bust for her observation. The setting is framed by an architectural arch, which creates a sense of depth and focus on the figures within. To the left, a classical statue of a female nude stands on a plinth, while a second bust is visible in the background, suggesting an environment dedicated to the study of classical form and anatomy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe lower portion of the print features a decorative relief panel depicting putti at play, which adds a layer of classical ornamentation to the overall design. De Mare employs a variety of hatching techniques to define the textures of the drapery, the smooth surfaces of the sculptures, and the shadows within the arched space. The contrast between the illuminated figures and the darker recesses of the window frame provides a clear sense of volume and spatial arrangement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJohannes de Mare was a skilled engraver whose work often involved the reproduction of paintings for wider circulation. This particular piece reflects the period's interest in the academic training of artists and the appreciation of classical antiquity. The print is a study in light and shadow, demonstrating the artist's ability to translate the tonal qualities of a painted original into the monochromatic medium of engraving. It serves as a record of the aesthetic values of the era, where the pursuit of drawing from life and antique models was central to artistic practice. The inclusion of the relief panel at the base further connects the work to the traditions of classical architecture and sculpture, grounding the scene in a broader historical context.\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=\"\/it\/products\/plate-xxiii-rider-and-family-jacques-francois-joseph-swebach\" 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;\"\u003ePlate XXIII (Rider and Family) - Jacques-Francois-Joseph Swebach by Joseph-François Swebach\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/it\/products\/an-old-man-with-two-children-alexandre-evariste-fragonard\" 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;\"\u003eAn Old Man with Two Children by Alexandre-Évariste Fragonard\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/it\/collections\/johannes-de-mare\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#2a555a;border:1px solid #2a555a;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#ffffff;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eJohannes de Mare artwork →\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Johannes de Mare","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58973659529551,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58973686595919,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58973686628687,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58973686661455,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58973686694223,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58973686726991,"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":58973686759759,"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":58973686792527,"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":58973686825295,"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":58973686858063,"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":58973686890831,"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":58973686923599,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Vrouw-tekenend-in-een-venster_Poster_CompositorV1_1790856420840-q80.jpg?v=1792434858"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.co.uk\/it\/collections\/johannes-de-mare.oembed","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}