{"title":"Antonio Tempesta","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"oeuvres-de-tempeste-tome-1-antonio-tempesta","title":"Oeuvres de Tempeste, Tome 1 - Antonio Tempesta","description":"\u003cp\u003eA formal title page from the Spencer Album, documenting the graphic works of the Italian Baroque artist Antonio Tempesta.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis print reproduces the title page from the first volume of the Spencer Album, a collection dedicated to the graphic output of the Italian artist Antonio Tempesta. Tempesta was a prolific draughtsman and printmaker based in Rome, known for his technical skill in etching and engraving. His work often focused on battle scenes, hunting subjects, and biblical narratives, which circulated widely across Europe during the seventeenth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is defined by its restraint and focus on typographic clarity. The text, rendered in a formal serif typeface, occupies the centre of the page, framed by the generous white space characteristic of early modern book design. The inclusion of the phrase 'Oeuvres de Tempeste' indicates the French-language categorisation of his work, common in the distribution of Italian prints to international collectors and connoisseurs of the period. The delicate line work of the script and the balanced arrangement of the letters reflect the aesthetic standards of the time, where the title page functioned as a formal introduction to the visual contents within.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a piece of historical ephemera, this print offers a glimpse into the archival practices of the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries, when the works of individual masters were gathered into bound volumes for preservation and study. The simplicity of the design allows the viewer to appreciate the precision of the printing process. This print is suitable for those interested in the history of typography, the evolution of print culture, and the documentation of Baroque artistic production. It provides a clean, minimalist aesthetic that complements modern interior spaces while maintaining a connection to the traditions of classical printmaking.\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-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=\"\/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":"Antonio Tempesta","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58352944087375,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58352945561935,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58352945594703,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58352945627471,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58352945660239,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58352945693007,"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":58352945725775,"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":58352945758543,"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":58352945791311,"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":58352945824079,"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":58352945856847,"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":58352945889615,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Oeuvres-de-Tempeste-Tome-1_Poster_CompositorV1_1785447682231.jpg?v=1785447833"},{"product_id":"hercules-and-the-mares-of-diomedes-antonio-tempesta","title":"Hercules and the Mares of Diomedes - Antonio Tempesta","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed etching by Antonio Tempesta depicting the eighth labour of Hercules as he subdues the man-eating mares of Diomedes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Antonio Tempesta depicts the eighth labour of Hercules, in which the hero captures the man-eating mares of the Thracian king Diomedes. Tempesta, a Florentine artist known for his prolific output in printmaking, captures the physical struggle between the muscular hero and the powerful animals. Hercules is shown wearing his characteristic lion skin, his posture conveying the exertion required to subdue the rearing horse. The composition is typical of Tempesta's narrative style, which often focuses on dynamic movement and classical themes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe background features architectural elements and a fallen figure, likely representing the defeated king, which adds a sense of immediate consequence to the scene. Tempesta utilised a dense system of cross-hatching to define the musculature of the figures and the texture of the horses' coats. This technique creates a sense of volume and depth within the frame, despite the relatively small scale of the original print. The work reflects the interest in classical mythology that permeated the Italian Baroque period, where artists frequently revisited the exploits of ancient heroes to explore human strength and conflict.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a printmaker, Tempesta was highly influential in the dissemination of classical iconography across Europe. His ability to render complex anatomical forms and dramatic action made his work popular among collectors and other artists of the seventeenth century. This print offers a clear view of his technical approach to etching, where the lines are used to build both form and shadow. It remains a representative example of his skill in translating literary accounts of antiquity into visual narratives. 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According to the myth, an ancient prophecy stated that whoever could untie the complex knot securing the yoke of King Gordias's wagon would rule all of Asia. Rather than attempting to unravel the intricate bindings, Alexander draws his sword and severs the knot in a single motion. Tempesta captures the moment with characteristic precision, placing the central figure of Alexander amidst a gathering of soldiers and local observers. The composition reflects the artist's training in the Florentine tradition, prioritising clear narrative action and anatomical definition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTempesta was a prolific printmaker, known for his ability to translate complex historical and mythological scenes into accessible visual formats. His work often features a high degree of detail in the costumes and weaponry, which align with the aesthetic expectations of the early seventeenth century. The inclusion of Latin text at the base of the print provides the necessary context for the viewer, a common practice in series of historical engravings from this period. The etching technique allows for fine, controlled lines that define the textures of the armour, the folds of the drapery, and the architectural elements in the background. This print is part of a larger series documenting the life and military campaigns of Alexander, demonstrating the artist's interest in classical themes that were popular among collectors and scholars of the time. 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Tempesta, a Florentine artist known for his prolific output of prints, captures the hero in his traditional guise, wearing the Nemean lion skin and wielding his characteristic club. The composition focuses on the physical struggle between the hero and the beast, with Cerberus rendered as a powerful, snarling creature restrained by a chain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTempesta employs a vigorous etching technique, using cross-hatching to define the musculature of Hercules and the texture of the hound. The background suggests the rocky, cavernous environment of Hades, while a small, winged figure lurks in the upper left, adding a sense of supernatural unease to the scene. The artist's approach to anatomy and movement reflects the influence of the late Renaissance and Mannerist traditions, where dynamic poses and dramatic narrative were highly valued.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a printmaker, Tempesta was instrumental in the dissemination of classical mythology and biblical narratives across Europe. His work often prioritised clarity of action and narrative economy, making his prints popular among collectors and fellow artists. This specific work demonstrates his ability to translate complex mythological tales into a compact, visual format. The line work is precise, allowing for a clear distinction between the foreground figures and the surrounding environment. This print offers a glimpse into the seventeenth-century fascination with classical antiquity and the heroic ideal, presented through the technical lens of the etching 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\/hercules-capturing-the-ceryneian-hind-simon-frisius\" 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;\"\u003eHercules Capturing the Ceryneian Hind - Simon Frisius — Simon Frisius\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/vier-putti-christoph-jamnitzer\" 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 putti - Christoph Jamnitzer — Christoph Jamnitzer\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Antonio Tempesta","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58353144496463,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58353146233167,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58353146265935,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58353146298703,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58353146331471,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58353146364239,"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":58353146397007,"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":58353146429775,"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":58353146462543,"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":58353146495311,"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":58353146528079,"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":58353146560847,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Hercules-and-Cerberus_Poster_CompositorV1_1785451471010.jpg?v=1785451731"},{"product_id":"circe-changing-ulysses-men-to-swine-antonio-tempesta","title":"Circe Changing Ulysses' Men to Swine - Antonio Tempesta","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn evocative seventeenth-century etching by Antonio Tempesta, depicting the mythological transformation of Ulysses' men by the sorceress Circe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Antonio Tempesta depicts the classical narrative from Homer's Odyssey, in which the sorceress Circe transforms the companions of Ulysses into swine. Tempesta, a prolific printmaker and painter based in Rome, was known for his technical facility with the etching needle and his ability to render complex narrative scenes with clarity. The composition focuses on the moment of magical intervention: Circe stands to the left, holding a wand and a vessel, while the figures before her undergo their bestial metamorphosis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe work displays the characteristic precision of Tempesta's graphic style. The figures are rendered with fine, controlled lines that define the folds of drapery and the textures of the animals. The background architecture is suggested through simple vertical lines, which provide a sense of interior space without distracting from the primary action. The inclusion of the Latin inscription, 'Ulyssis socij a Circe in porcos', at the base of the print is typical of the period's illustrative series, which often functioned as visual companions to literary texts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTempesta's approach to this mythological subject reflects the broader interest in classical antiquity that permeated the Italian Baroque. His work was widely circulated across Europe, influencing subsequent generations of printmakers who sought to master the depiction of movement and narrative drama. The print captures the tension of the scene through the contrast between the human posture of the figures and their emerging animal features. This specific etching is part of a larger series illustrating the adventures of Ulysses, demonstrating the artist's capacity for sustained narrative cycles. The print remains a clear example of early seventeenth-century Italian printmaking, where technical skill and classical learning converged to produce accessible yet sophisticated visual storytelling.\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-martin-ryckaert-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 Martin Ryckaert - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/self-portrait-as-the-allegory-of-painting-artemisia-gentileschi\" 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;\"\u003eSelf-Portrait as the Allegory of Painting - Artemisia Gentileschi — Artemisia Gentileschi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Antonio Tempesta","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58353158357327,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58353159799119,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58353159831887,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58353159864655,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58353159897423,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58353159930191,"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":58353159962959,"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":58353159995727,"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":58353160028495,"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":58353160061263,"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":58353160094031,"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":58353160126799,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Circe-Changing-Ulysses-Men-to-Swine_Poster_CompositorV1_1785451928612.jpg?v=1785452184"},{"product_id":"hercules-and-the-hydra-of-lerna-antonio-tempesta","title":"Hercules and the Hydra of Lerna - Antonio Tempesta","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century etching by Antonio Tempesta depicting the classical struggle between Hercules and the multi-headed Hydra.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAntonio Tempesta, a Florentine painter and printmaker, produced this etching depicting the second labour of Hercules. The composition captures the hero in the act of confronting the multi-headed serpent, the Hydra, within the marshes of Lerna. Hercules is shown from behind, his muscular form draped in the Nemean lion skin, while he wields his characteristic club. The Hydra occupies the left side of the frame, its serpentine necks twisting in a chaotic display of aggression. Smoke and flames billow in the background, suggesting the cauterisation of the stumps that Tempesta includes as part of the narrative sequence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTempesta was known for his prolific output of etchings, which often focused on classical mythology, hunting scenes, and biblical narratives. His technique relies on dense cross-hatching to define the musculature of the figures and the texture of the beast. The lines are precise, creating a sense of movement and tension typical of the late Mannerist and early Baroque transition. The artist avoids excessive ornamentation, focusing instead on the dynamic interaction between the two figures. The background is rendered with rapid, energetic strokes that convey the atmosphere of the swampy environment. This work reflects the interest in classical antiquity that permeated Italian art during the seventeenth century. Collectors of the period valued such prints for their narrative clarity and technical skill. The print provides a clear example of how Tempesta utilised the medium of etching to disseminate complex mythological stories to a wider audience. His ability to compress a dramatic struggle into a small, monochromatic space remains a hallmark of his graphic work.\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-martin-ryckaert-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 Martin Ryckaert - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/self-portrait-as-the-allegory-of-painting-artemisia-gentileschi\" 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;\"\u003eSelf-Portrait as the Allegory of Painting - Artemisia Gentileschi — Artemisia Gentileschi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Antonio Tempesta","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58353163043151,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58353167991119,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58353168023887,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58353168056655,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58353168089423,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58353168122191,"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":58353168154959,"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":58353168187727,"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":58353168220495,"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":58353168253263,"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":58353168286031,"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":58353168318799,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Hercules-and-the-Hydra-of-Lerna_Poster_CompositorV1_1785452231912.jpg?v=1785452389"},{"product_id":"gladiators-fighting-an-elephant-in-an-arena-antonio-tempesta","title":"Gladiators Fighting an Elephant in an Arena - Antonio Tempesta","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century etching by Antonio Tempesta depicting a dramatic gladiatorial combat scene within a Roman arena.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Antonio Tempesta captures a dramatic scene of combat within a Roman amphitheatre. Tempesta, a Florentine artist known for his prolific output of prints, often focused on themes of hunting, battle, and classical history. His work displays a characteristic command of line, using hatching and cross-hatching to define form and create a sense of depth within the architectural setting of the arena.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is structured around the tension between the foreground figures and the central action. A group of soldiers, clad in classical armour, observe the scene from a raised dais on the left. Their posture is one of detached observation, contrasting with the chaotic struggle occurring on the arena floor. The elephant, depicted with a degree of stylisation common to the period, occupies the right side of the frame, surrounded by the fallen figures of defeated combatants. The background features a rhythmic series of arches, which provide a sense of scale and order to the otherwise violent subject matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTempesta was a significant figure in the development of printmaking during the late sixteenth and early seventeenth centuries. His ability to convey movement and narrative clarity made his work popular among collectors and fellow artists. This print demonstrates his technical skill in managing complex scenes, ensuring that each element of the narrative remains legible despite the density of the action. The use of light and shadow, achieved through the varying density of the etched lines, directs the viewer's eye across the scene, from the seated observers to the central conflict. This piece offers a glimpse into the fascination with classical antiquity that permeated the Baroque period, reflecting a period interest in the spectacle and brutality of Roman public games.\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\/callisto-transformed-into-a-bear-is-hunted-by-her-son-arcas-and-becomes-a-constellation-johann-wilhelm-baur\" 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;\"\u003eCallisto, Transformed into a Bear, Is Hunted by Her Son Arcas and Becomes a Constellation - Johann Wilhelm Baur — Johann Wilhelm Baur\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/the-birth-and-infancy-of-st-stephen-filippo-lippi-1\" 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 Birth and Infancy of St. Stephen - Filippo Lippi — Filippo Lippi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Antonio Tempesta","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58353215570255,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58353251942735,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58353251975503,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58353252008271,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58353252041039,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58353252073807,"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":58353252106575,"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":58353252139343,"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":58353252172111,"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":58353252204879,"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":58353252237647,"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":58353252270415,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Gladiators-Fighting-an-Elephant-in-an-Arena_Poster_CompositorV1_1785452482259.jpg?v=1785452629"},{"product_id":"emperor-julius-caesar-on-horseback-antonio-tempesta","title":"Emperor Julius Caesar on Horseback - Antonio Tempesta","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed etching by Antonio Tempesta depicting Julius Caesar on horseback, rendered in a classical equestrian style with architectural ruins in the background.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching depicts Julius Caesar in a classic equestrian pose, a format frequently employed during the Renaissance and Baroque periods to convey authority and military command. Antonio Tempesta, a Florentine artist known for his skill in printmaking and his fascination with equestrian subjects, captures the Roman leader in profile. Caesar wears traditional Roman armour, including a breastplate adorned with a lion head, and a laurel wreath upon his head. He holds a baton, a symbol of his status as a general. The horse is shown in a dynamic, rearing position, which adds a sense of movement to the composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the background, a landscape features architectural ruins, which serve to ground the figure in a classical Roman context. The sky is filled with stylised, rounded clouds, a common feature in Tempesta's graphic work. The etching technique allows for fine detail in the shading of the horse's musculature and the texture of the armour. The inscription at the base, 'DIVI IVLI CAESAR AVG', identifies the subject, while the signatures of Tempesta and the engraver, Matthäus Merian, appear at the bottom corners. This print is part of a series of Roman emperors, reflecting the period's interest in classical history and the use of print media to disseminate such imagery to a wider audience. The work demonstrates the technical precision of early seventeenth-century printmaking, where the interplay of line and cross-hatching creates volume and depth within a two-dimensional space.\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-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=\"\/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":"Antonio Tempesta","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58353257480527,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58353267310927,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58353267343695,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58353267376463,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58353267409231,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58353267441999,"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":58353267474767,"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":58353267507535,"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":58353267540303,"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":58353267573071,"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":58353267605839,"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":58353267638607,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Emperor-Julius-Caesar-on-Horseback_Poster_CompositorV1_1785452702400.jpg?v=1785452873"},{"product_id":"hercules-and-the-boar-of-erymanthus-antonio-tempesta","title":"Hercules and the Boar of Erymanthus - Antonio Tempesta","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed etching by Antonio Tempesta depicting the fourth labour of Hercules, capturing the hero in his struggle with the Erymanthian Boar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Antonio Tempesta depicts the fourth labour of Hercules: the capture of the Erymanthian Boar. Tempesta, a Florentine artist active in Rome, produced a large body of prints that circulated widely across Europe. His work often focused on mythological subjects, battle scenes, and animal studies, demonstrating a technical proficiency in etching that allowed for expressive, fluid line work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this composition, Hercules is shown subduing the beast, his muscular form rendered with clear, deliberate strokes. The artist employs a classic Mannerist influence in the exaggerated anatomy of the hero, while the background features the characteristic cross-hatching and schematic foliage typical of Tempesta's printmaking style. A secondary figure, likely a companion or a representation of the boar being transported elsewhere, appears in the distance, providing a sense of narrative progression within the frame. The scene captures the physical struggle of the encounter, focusing on the tension between the hero and the wild animal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTempesta was known for his prolific output, often creating series of prints that illustrated Ovid's Metamorphoses or other classical texts. His ability to condense complex mythological narratives into small, portable formats made his work accessible to collectors and scholars alike. The etching technique here relies on a balance of light and shadow, using dense clusters of lines to define the texture of the boar's hide and the musculature of Hercules. This print is a representative example of the late Renaissance and early Baroque interest in classical antiquity, where the heroic deeds of the past were reinterpreted through the lens of contemporary printmaking techniques. The work remains a study in the application of line to convey movement and narrative weight, characteristic of Tempesta's contribution to the Italian print tradition.\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\/callisto-transformed-into-a-bear-is-hunted-by-her-son-arcas-and-becomes-a-constellation-johann-wilhelm-baur\" 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;\"\u003eCallisto, Transformed into a Bear, Is Hunted by Her Son Arcas and Becomes a Constellation - Johann Wilhelm Baur — Johann Wilhelm Baur\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/the-triumph-of-julius-caesar-soldiers-carrying-vases-and-trophies-of-war-andrea-andreani\" 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 Triumph of Julius Caesar: Soldiers Carrying Vases and Trophies of War - Andrea Andreani — Andrea Andreani\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Antonio Tempesta","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58353272684879,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58353280713039,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58353280745807,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58353280778575,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58353280811343,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58353280844111,"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":58353280876879,"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":58353280909647,"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":58353280942415,"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":58353280975183,"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":58353281007951,"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":58353281040719,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Hercules-and-the-Boar-of-Erymanthus_Poster_CompositorV1_1785452905114.jpg?v=1785453049"},{"product_id":"boar-hunt-antonio-tempesta","title":"Boar Hunt - Antonio Tempesta","description":"\u003cp\u003eA dynamic etching by Antonio Tempesta depicting a traditional boar hunt, showcasing the artist's skill in rendering movement and animal anatomy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Antonio Tempesta captures a dynamic hunting scene, a subject that occupied the artist throughout his career. Tempesta, a Florentine painter and printmaker, gained recognition for his ability to render complex movement and animal anatomy within the context of the hunt. The composition is organised around the central struggle between the mounted hunters and the boar, with hounds surrounding the prey to assist in the capture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the foreground, the artist employs fine, hatched lines to define the musculature of the horses and the texture of the foliage. The background recedes into a lighter, sketch-like treatment of trees and distant figures, which creates a sense of spatial depth. One figure is positioned precariously in a tree, observing the action from above, a detail that adds a narrative layer to the scene. The etching technique allows for a high degree of precision, particularly in the rendering of the hunters' attire and the tension in the animals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTempesta was a prolific printmaker, and his works were widely circulated across Europe, influencing the depiction of equestrian and hunting subjects for decades. His approach to the etching medium is characterised by a balance between descriptive detail and the energy of the event. The scene is not merely a static representation but a sequence of actions frozen in time. The print demonstrates the technical proficiency required to manage multiple figures and animals within a single frame, a hallmark of Tempesta's output during his time in Rome. 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Tempesta, a Florentine artist active in Rome, gained recognition for his prolific output of prints, particularly those focusing on hunting scenes, battles, and biblical narratives. His technical approach relies on precise, rhythmic hatching to define the metallic surfaces of the armour and the textured fur of the animals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is organised into distinct planes. In the foreground, two primary duels occur, with the figures engaged in close-quarters combat using short blades. The artist employs a clear, narrative style, typical of his work for print series that circulated widely across Europe. In the background, additional figures observe the action, providing a sense of scale and context to the hunt. The landscape elements, including the trees and distant hills, are rendered with a schematic quality that directs the viewer's attention to the central action.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTempesta was a student of Jan van der Straet, known as Stradanus, and this influence is visible in his interest in the mechanics of the hunt and the depiction of animals. His work often served as a reference for other artists, as he possessed a keen ability to capture movement and anatomical detail. This print demonstrates his command of the etching medium, using varied line weights to create depth and contrast without the need for complex shading. 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Tempesta, a Florentine artist known for his mastery of printmaking and his focus on battle scenes, captures the monarch mounted on a rearing horse. The king holds a baton of command, a symbol of his military authority, while dressed in full armour. The composition places the ruler in the foreground, elevated above a sprawling battlefield scene that unfolds in the distance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe print demonstrates the technical precision characteristic of Tempesta's work. The artist uses varied line weights to define the textures of the horse's mane, the metallic sheen of the armour, and the chaotic movement of the troops below. The Latin inscription, 'HENRICVS IIII REX GALLIAE ET NAVARRAE', identifies the subject, reinforcing the political nature of the image. Such prints were often produced to disseminate the image of a ruler across Europe, projecting power and stability during a period of frequent conflict.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTempesta's approach to the equestrian figure draws upon classical traditions, where the horse and rider function as a single unit of strength. The background, filled with infantry and cavalry, provides context for the king's role as a commander. The etching reflects the stylistic tendencies of the late sixteenth century, where attention to detail and the dramatic presentation of the subject were paramount. This work remains a clear example of how printmaking functioned as a medium for royal propaganda and historical documentation in the early modern period. The print is executed with a focus on clarity and narrative, allowing the viewer to distinguish both the individual portrait and the broader military engagement simultaneously.\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\/hercules-capturing-the-ceryneian-hind-simon-frisius\" 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;\"\u003eHercules Capturing the Ceryneian Hind - Simon Frisius — Simon Frisius\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/vier-putti-christoph-jamnitzer\" 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 putti - Christoph Jamnitzer — Christoph Jamnitzer\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Antonio Tempesta","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58353325113679,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58353328881999,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58353328914767,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58353328947535,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58353328980303,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58353329013071,"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":58353329045839,"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":58353329078607,"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":58353329111375,"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":58353329144143,"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":58353329176911,"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":58353329209679,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Equestrian-Portrait-of-Henry-IV-King-of-France_Poster_CompositorV1_1785453633967.jpg?v=1785453763"},{"product_id":"men-on-foot-and-dogs-fighting-a-large-bear-antonio-tempesta","title":"Men on Foot and Dogs Fighting a Large Bear - Antonio Tempesta","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century etching by Antonio Tempesta depicting a dramatic hunting scene with men, hounds, and a bear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Antonio Tempesta captures a dynamic hunting scene, a subject that frequently occupied the artist throughout his career. Tempesta, a Florentine painter and printmaker, gained recognition for his ability to render complex movement and animal anatomy within outdoor settings. The composition focuses on a central confrontation between a large bear and a group of hounds, while hunters on foot and horseback approach from the periphery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe artist employs a clear, linear style typical of his printmaking practice. He uses hatching and cross-hatching to define the texture of the bear's fur and the musculature of the dogs. The background features a rolling terrain with distant mountains, providing a sense of depth without distracting from the primary action. Tempesta often produced series of prints depicting various hunts, which were widely circulated across Europe. These works demonstrate his technical proficiency in etching, allowing for fine detail in the figures and the surrounding environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this specific work, the tension of the hunt is palpable. The bear stands on its hind legs, facing the hunters, while the dogs encircle it. The hunters maintain a cautious distance, their spears poised. The scene reflects the period's interest in the spectacle of the hunt, often depicted in art as a test of skill and courage. Tempesta's work remains a clear example of the narrative print tradition in the early seventeenth century, where the focus is on the clarity of the action and the anatomical accuracy of the animals involved. The print is executed with a precision that allows the viewer to observe the individual reactions of each figure, from the aggressive stance of the hounds to the calculated movements of the men.\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\/callisto-transformed-into-a-bear-is-hunted-by-her-son-arcas-and-becomes-a-constellation-johann-wilhelm-baur\" 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;\"\u003eCallisto, Transformed into a Bear, Is Hunted by Her Son Arcas and Becomes a Constellation - Johann Wilhelm Baur — Johann Wilhelm Baur\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/the-triumph-of-julius-caesar-soldiers-carrying-vases-and-trophies-of-war-andrea-andreani\" 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 Triumph of Julius Caesar: Soldiers Carrying Vases and Trophies of War - Andrea Andreani — Andrea Andreani\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Antonio Tempesta","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58353339367759,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58353341137231,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58353341169999,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58353341202767,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58353341235535,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58353341268303,"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":58353341301071,"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":58353341333839,"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":58353341366607,"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":58353341399375,"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":58353341432143,"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":58353341464911,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Men-on-Foot-and-Dogs-Fighting-a-Large-Bear_Poster_CompositorV1_1785453979638.jpg?v=1785454082"},{"product_id":"seamen-battling-a-sea-monster-antonio-tempesta","title":"Seamen Battling a Sea Monster - Antonio Tempesta","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed etching by Antonio Tempesta depicting a dramatic maritime battle between sailors and a sea monster, rendered with precise line work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Antonio Tempesta depicts a dramatic maritime encounter between a group of sailors and a large sea creature. Tempesta, a Florentine artist known for his prolific output of prints, often explored themes of battle, hunting, and classical mythology. His work is characterised by a clear, narrative approach that organises complex scenes into readable visual sequences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the foreground, figures in classical armour observe the chaos from a vantage point, their gestures directing the viewer's eye toward the centre of the action. A large, serpentine monster dominates the water, surrounded by small boats filled with men wielding spears and shields. The composition utilises a high horizon line, which allows for a wide view of the harbour or bay, including a distant bridge and a crowd of spectators lining the shore. This spatial arrangement is typical of late sixteenth and early seventeenth-century printmaking, where the goal is to provide a comprehensive view of a narrative event.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe line work is precise and disciplined, typical of the etching technique employed by Tempesta to capture the movement of water and the textures of armour. The artist avoids excessive shading, preferring instead to define forms through clear outlines and rhythmic hatching. This clarity ensures that the various elements of the scene, from the individual oarsmen to the architectural details in the background, remain distinct. The scene functions as a study of human conflict against the forces of nature, a subject that held great appeal for audiences of the period. By focusing on the reaction of the observers as much as the struggle itself, Tempesta creates a sense of theatre, inviting the viewer to participate in the spectacle from a safe distance.\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-martin-ryckaert-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 Martin Ryckaert - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/self-portrait-as-the-allegory-of-painting-artemisia-gentileschi\" 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;\"\u003eSelf-Portrait as the Allegory of Painting - Artemisia Gentileschi — Artemisia Gentileschi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Antonio Tempesta","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58353344282959,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58353355161935,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58353355194703,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58353355227471,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58353355260239,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58353355293007,"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":58353355325775,"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":58353355358543,"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":58353355391311,"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":58353355424079,"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":58353355456847,"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":58353355489615,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Seamen-Battling-a-Sea-Monster_Poster_CompositorV1_1785454261814.jpg?v=1785454396"},{"product_id":"hercules-and-the-bull-of-poseidon-antonio-tempesta","title":"Hercules and the Bull of Poseidon - Antonio Tempesta","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century etching by Antonio Tempesta depicting the mythological struggle between Hercules and the Cretan Bull.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Antonio Tempesta depicts the seventh labour of Hercules, where the hero captures the Cretan Bull. Tempesta, a Florentine artist known for his prolific output of prints, demonstrates his mastery of the etching needle through the dynamic tension between the two figures. Hercules is shown astride the beast, his muscular form rendered with precise, hatched lines that define both anatomy and the texture of his lion-skin cloak. The bull, caught in a moment of struggle, is depicted with a sense of kinetic energy that is characteristic of Tempesta's work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is typical of the period, placing the primary action in the foreground while providing a secondary narrative element in the background. To the left, a smaller figure interacts with a serpent, adding a layer of mythological context to the scene. The background features a sparse, rolling terrain with trees, which provides a sense of scale without distracting from the central conflict. Tempesta's approach to line work is disciplined, using varying densities of cross-hatching to create depth and shadow, particularly in the musculature of the hero and the hide of the bull.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a printmaker, Tempesta was highly influential in the dissemination of classical themes across Europe. His ability to translate complex mythological narratives into accessible, high-contrast imagery made his work popular among collectors and fellow artists. This particular print reflects the interest in classical antiquity that defined much of the Italian Baroque period. The focus remains on the physical exertion of the hero, a common motif in Tempesta's depictions of combat and hunting. The print is a fine example of early seventeenth-century graphic art, showing the technical rigour required to produce such detailed narrative scenes on copper plates.\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-martin-ryckaert-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 Martin Ryckaert - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/self-portrait-as-the-allegory-of-painting-artemisia-gentileschi\" 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;\"\u003eSelf-Portrait as the Allegory of Painting - Artemisia Gentileschi — Artemisia Gentileschi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Antonio Tempesta","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58353377804623,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58353378328911,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58353378361679,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58353378394447,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58353378427215,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58353378459983,"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":58353378492751,"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":58353378525519,"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":58353378558287,"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":58353378591055,"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":58353378623823,"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":58353378656591,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Hercules-and-the-Bull-of-Poseidon_Poster_CompositorV1_1785454501031.jpg?v=1785454675"},{"product_id":"hercules-and-the-nemean-lion-antonio-tempesta","title":"Hercules and the Nemean Lion - Antonio Tempesta","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed etching by Antonio Tempesta depicting the mythological struggle between Hercules and the Nemean lion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Antonio Tempesta depicts the first of the twelve labours of Hercules. The composition captures the hero in a physical struggle with the Nemean lion, a beast known for its impenetrable hide. Tempesta, a Florentine artist, was prolific in his production of prints, often focusing on mythological and biblical narratives. His work is characterised by a clear, linear approach to form, which allowed his prints to be widely circulated and studied across Europe during the seventeenth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe scene is constructed with a focus on the anatomy of the figures. Hercules is shown in a dynamic posture, his muscles tensed as he grapples with the creature. In the background, a secondary figure is visible, perhaps suggesting a narrative sequence or a variation on the theme within the same frame. The inclusion of the club, lying on the ground in the foreground, provides a sense of scale and context to the myth. The trees and terrain are rendered with fine, hatched lines, typical of the etching technique of the period, which creates texture and depth without the need for colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTempesta was a student of Jan van der Straet, and his style reflects the influence of Mannerist traditions, particularly in the exaggerated poses and the attention to muscular detail. This print demonstrates his ability to translate complex mythological stories into accessible visual formats. The clarity of the line work ensures that the narrative remains the primary focus, while the surrounding environment provides a sense of place. This piece is a representative example of the graphic arts in Italy at the turn of the seventeenth century, showing the technical precision and narrative focus that defined Tempesta's career.\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\/callisto-transformed-into-a-bear-is-hunted-by-her-son-arcas-and-becomes-a-constellation-johann-wilhelm-baur\" 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;\"\u003eCallisto, Transformed into a Bear, Is Hunted by Her Son Arcas and Becomes a Constellation - Johann Wilhelm Baur — Johann Wilhelm Baur\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/the-lions-horoscope-claude-gillot\" 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's Horoscope - Claude Gillot — Claude Gillot\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Antonio Tempesta","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58353384685903,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58353386258767,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58353386291535,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58353386324303,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58353386357071,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58353386389839,"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":58353386422607,"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":58353386455375,"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":58353386488143,"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":58353386520911,"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":58353386553679,"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":58353386586447,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Hercules-and-the-Nemean-Lion_Poster_CompositorV1_1785454691119.jpg?v=1785454845"},{"product_id":"men-on-horseback-and-dogs-hunting-wolves-antonio-tempesta","title":"Men on Horseback and Dogs Hunting Wolves - Antonio Tempesta","description":"\u003cp\u003eA dynamic seventeenth-century etching by Antonio Tempesta, capturing the intense energy of a wolf hunt with precise, rhythmic line work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAntonio Tempesta was a Florentine painter and printmaker, known for his technical mastery of etching and his fascination with dynamic, kinetic subjects. This work depicts a wolf hunt, a theme that allowed Tempesta to explore the tension between human hunters and the ferocity of the natural world. The composition is organised around the central struggle between the hounds and the wolves, while the mounted figures provide a sense of scale and narrative direction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTempesta utilised a precise, linear technique to define the musculature of the horses and the aggressive postures of the dogs. The background features a simplified, open terrain, which keeps the focus on the immediate action in the foreground. His ability to capture movement, particularly the rearing of the horses and the lunging of the hounds, demonstrates his influence from the Mannerist tradition while anticipating the dramatic energy of the Baroque period. The print reflects the aristocratic pastimes of the era, where hunting served as both a display of skill and a social ritual.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a prolific printmaker, Tempesta produced numerous series documenting battles, hunts, and biblical narratives. His work was widely circulated across Europe, influencing later generations of artists who sought to depict complex, multi-figure scenes. This particular etching is characterised by its clear, rhythmic lines and the balanced distribution of figures across the horizontal plane. It offers a glimpse into the seventeenth-century interest in animal studies and the depiction of violent, high-stakes encounters in the wild. The print remains a clear example of the artist's skill in managing complex compositions within the confines of a small plate, ensuring that every element contributes to the overall sense of motion and urgency.\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-martin-ryckaert-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 Martin Ryckaert - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/self-portrait-as-the-allegory-of-painting-artemisia-gentileschi\" 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;\"\u003eSelf-Portrait as the Allegory of Painting - Artemisia Gentileschi — Artemisia Gentileschi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Antonio Tempesta","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58353408541007,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58353409392975,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58353409425743,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58353409458511,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58353409491279,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58353409524047,"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":58353409556815,"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":58353409589583,"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":58353409622351,"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":58353409655119,"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":58353409687887,"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":58353409720655,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Men-on-Horseback-and-Dogs-Hunting-Wolves_Poster_CompositorV1_1785455220659.jpg?v=1785455327"},{"product_id":"men-and-dogs-hunting-ostriches-antonio-tempesta","title":"Men and Dogs Hunting Ostriches - Antonio Tempesta","description":"\u003cp\u003eA dynamic 17th-century etching by Antonio Tempesta, depicting a dramatic hunting scene with riders, hounds, and ostriches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAntonio Tempesta, a Florentine painter and printmaker, produced this etching during the early 17th century. The composition depicts a dynamic hunting scene, a subject for which Tempesta gained considerable recognition during his career in Rome. The artist employs a series of parallel lines and cross-hatching to define the musculature of the horses and the plumage of the ostriches, creating a sense of movement across the frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe scene captures a chaotic moment of the hunt, with mounted figures wielding spears and hounds surrounding the flightless birds. Tempesta often drew inspiration from his observations of exotic animals and the traditions of aristocratic sport. His technical approach to etching allowed for the inclusion of numerous figures and animals within a single frame, maintaining clarity through precise line work. The background features a simplified horizon, which directs the viewer's attention to the primary action occurring in the foreground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work reflects the period's fascination with natural history and the depiction of distant, unfamiliar creatures. Tempesta's ability to render the tension between the hunters and their prey demonstrates his skill in narrative composition. The etching is characteristic of his prolific output, which included numerous series documenting battles, hunts, and biblical narratives. By focusing on the physical exertion of the animals and the riders, Tempesta creates a sense of immediacy that is typical of his graphic style. The print provides a glimpse into the artistic interests of the late Renaissance and early Baroque periods, where the study of movement and animal anatomy became a primary concern for many printmakers.\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-martin-ryckaert-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 Martin Ryckaert - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/self-portrait-as-the-allegory-of-painting-artemisia-gentileschi\" 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;\"\u003eSelf-Portrait as the Allegory of Painting - Artemisia Gentileschi — Artemisia Gentileschi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Antonio Tempesta","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58353423614287,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58353425645903,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58353425678671,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58353425711439,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58353425744207,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58353425776975,"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":58353425809743,"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":58353425842511,"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":58353425875279,"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":58353425908047,"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":58353425940815,"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":58353425973583,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Men-and-Dogs-Hunting-Ostriches_Poster_CompositorV1_1785455345202.jpg?v=1785455507"},{"product_id":"seamen-diving-for-coral-antonio-tempesta","title":"Seamen Diving for Coral - Antonio Tempesta","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century etching by Antonio Tempesta documenting the traditional methods of coral harvesting at sea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Antonio Tempesta depicts the labour-intensive process of coral harvesting during the early seventeenth century. Tempesta, a Florentine artist known for his prolific output of prints and his skill in depicting movement, captures the activity with a focus on the physical exertion of the divers and the mechanics of their small vessels. The composition is divided between the figures submerged in the water and those operating the boats, creating a sense of busy, coordinated effort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe artist employs a clear, descriptive line to define the anatomy of the figures and the texture of the sea. The waves are rendered with repetitive, rhythmic strokes, while the coral branches are shown as distinct, recognisable forms held by the divers. The boats, with their simple sails and rigging, reflect the maritime technology of the period. Tempesta often produced series of prints documenting various trades, hunting scenes, and military subjects, and this work aligns with his interest in recording human activity within specific environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a printmaker, Tempesta was highly influential in the dissemination of visual information across Europe. His work often prioritised narrative clarity over atmospheric effects, ensuring that the viewer could easily identify the subject matter. The figures are depicted in various states of motion, from those climbing onto the rocks to those actively harvesting beneath the surface. This print offers a glimpse into the historical practices of Mediterranean maritime commerce, presented through the technical precision of the etching process. The work remains a clear example of the illustrative style prevalent in Italian printmaking at the turn of the seventeenth century, balancing technical control with a direct, observational approach to the subject.\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-martin-ryckaert-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 Martin Ryckaert - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/self-portrait-as-the-allegory-of-painting-artemisia-gentileschi\" 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;\"\u003eSelf-Portrait as the Allegory of Painting - Artemisia Gentileschi — Artemisia Gentileschi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Antonio Tempesta","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58353453990223,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58353462542671,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58353462575439,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58353462608207,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58353462640975,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58353462673743,"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":58353462706511,"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":58353462739279,"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":58353462772047,"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":58353462804815,"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":58353462837583,"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":58353462870351,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Seamen-Diving-for-Coral_Poster_CompositorV1_1785455912648.jpg?v=1785456028"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.com\/collections\/antonio-tempesta.oembed","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}