{"product_id":"the-wife-of-martin-day-leopold-flameng","title":"The Wife of Martin Day - Léopold Flameng","description":"\u003cp\u003eA fine nineteenth-century etching by Léopold Flameng, reproducing Rembrandt's portrait of Oopjen Coppit, the wife of Martin Day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Léopold Flameng reproduces the celebrated portrait of Oopjen Coppit, the wife of Martin Day, originally painted by Rembrandt van Rijn in 1634. Flameng, a master of the reproductive etching technique, captures the sombre elegance of the Dutch Golden Age subject with remarkable precision. The print demonstrates his ability to translate the tonal depth and chiaroscuro of the original oil painting into the monochromatic language of ink on paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe subject stands in a formal pose, dressed in the elaborate black attire characteristic of the Dutch merchant class during the seventeenth century. Her costume features a wide, lace-trimmed collar and cuffs, which provide a stark contrast against the dark fabric of her gown. Flameng employs a variety of line weights and cross-hatching to define the texture of the lace, the weight of the heavy fabric, and the subtle play of light across her features. The background remains dark and atmospheric, drawing the viewer's attention to the figure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlameng was highly regarded during the nineteenth century for his skill in interpreting the works of Old Masters. His prints were instrumental in disseminating knowledge of European painting collections to a wider audience. This specific work reflects the technical rigour of the period, where the etcher sought to maintain the spirit of the original composition while adapting it to the specific constraints of the printing plate. The plate displays the characteristic clarity of Flameng's hand, with fine details in the facial expression and the delicate lace work. This print serves as a fine example of nineteenth-century reproductive printmaking, documenting a significant historical portrait through the lens of a skilled contemporary engraver.\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\/nude-on-a-red-sofa-william-james-glackens\" 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;\"\u003eNude on a Red Sofa - William James Glackens — William James Glackens\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/cattle-and-sheep-in-a-pasture-constant-troyon\" 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;\"\u003eCattle and Sheep in a Pasture - Constant Troyon — Constant Troyon\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Léopold Flameng","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485503131983,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485508473167,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58485508505935,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58485508538703,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58485508571471,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58485508604239,"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":58485508637007,"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":58485508669775,"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":58485508702543,"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":58485508735311,"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":58485508768079,"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":58485508800847,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Wife-of-Martin-Day_Poster_CompositorV1_1786364425240.jpg?v=1786841533","url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.co.uk\/products\/the-wife-of-martin-day-leopold-flameng","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}