{"title":"Paulus Pontius","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"christ-bearing-the-cross-paulus-pontius","title":"Christ Bearing the Cross - Paulus Pontius","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed 1632 engraving by Paulus Pontius after Peter Paul Rubens, depicting the dramatic journey to Calvary with masterful line work and Baroque intensity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Paulus Pontius, dated 1632, reproduces a composition by Peter Paul Rubens. It depicts the biblical narrative of the road to Calvary, where Christ struggles under the weight of the cross. The scene is crowded with figures, including Roman soldiers, Simon of Cyrene, and a mourning Virgin Mary. Pontius, a skilled engraver who frequently collaborated with Rubens, employs a sophisticated system of hatching and cross-hatching to translate the painterly qualities of the original oil sketch into a monochrome medium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is dynamic, typical of the Flemish Baroque style. Figures are arranged in a dense, interlocking group that creates a sense of physical exertion and emotional tension. The muscularity of the figures, particularly the soldiers and Simon of Cyrene, reflects the influence of Italian Renaissance masters on Rubens, which Pontius captures with precision. The lighting is dramatic, with strong contrasts between the illuminated figures and the shadowed background, guiding the viewer's eye across the complex arrangement of bodies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the foreground, two putti are visible, a common motif in Rubens's religious works, adding a layer of classical allegory to the Christian subject. The Latin inscription at the base provides the scriptural context, citing the Gospel of John. This print demonstrates the technical mastery of Pontius, who was able to convey texture, volume, and atmosphere through the disciplined application of the burin. The work is a fine example of the reproductive print culture of the seventeenth century, where the collaborative efforts of painters and engravers allowed for the wider dissemination of major artistic compositions across Europe.\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\/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":"Paulus Pontius","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442658283855,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442688430415,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442688463183,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58442688495951,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58442688528719,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58442688561487,"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":58442688594255,"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":58442688627023,"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":58442688659791,"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":58442688692559,"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":58442688725327,"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":58442688758095,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Christ-Bearing-the-Cross_Poster_CompositorV1_1786210569158.jpg?v=1786398892"},{"product_id":"assumption-of-the-virgin-paulus-pontius","title":"Assumption of the Virgin - Paulus Pontius","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed 1624 engraving by Paulus Pontius after Peter Paul Rubens, depicting the Assumption of the Virgin with dramatic Baroque movement and light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Paulus Pontius, dated 1624, depicts the Assumption of the Virgin Mary. The composition follows the design of Peter Paul Rubens, reflecting the collaborative nature of the Antwerp printmaking industry during the seventeenth century. Pontius, a skilled engraver, translates the dramatic movement and emotional intensity of the Baroque style into a monochrome medium through precise line work and varied cross-hatching.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe scene is divided into two distinct zones. In the upper section, the Virgin Mary ascends towards the heavens, surrounded by a host of putti and clouds. Her gaze is directed upwards, where the figure of Christ waits to receive her. The lower section shows the apostles gathered around an empty tomb, their expressions a mix of astonishment and reverence. The interaction between these two realms is managed through the use of light, which streams down from the celestial sphere to illuminate the figures below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePontius employs a sophisticated technique to render the textures of fabric, the softness of clouds, and the varied expressions of the figures. The engraving captures the energy of the original design, using the limitations of the copper plate to create a sense of depth and volume. The arched top of the composition suggests its origin as a study for a larger ecclesiastical work. The Latin inscription at the base, 'ASSUMPTA EST MARIA IN CAELUM', identifies the subject matter clearly. This print provides a view into the technical mastery of Flemish printmakers who worked to disseminate the visual language of the Counter-Reformation across Europe. The work remains a technical study in how tonal values can be achieved through the systematic application of lines, demonstrating the high level of craftsmanship required to interpret complex painted compositions into print form.\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\/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":"Paulus Pontius","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442687152463,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442729554255,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442729587023,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58442729619791,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58442729652559,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58442729685327,"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":58442729718095,"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":58442729750863,"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":58442729783631,"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":58442729816399,"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":58442729849167,"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":58442729881935,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Assumption-of-the-Virgin_Poster_CompositorV1_1786210839220.jpg?v=1786399152"},{"product_id":"thomyris-causing-the-head-of-cyrus-to-be-immersed-in-blood-paulus-pontius","title":"Thomyris Causing the Head of Cyrus to be Immersed in Blood - Paulus Pontius","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century engraving by Paulus Pontius depicting the classical vengeance of Queen Thomyris against Cyrus the Great.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Paulus Pontius depicts the classical narrative of Queen Thomyris of the Massagetae, who sought vengeance against Cyrus the Great. Following the death of her son in battle, the Queen ordered the severed head of the Persian king to be submerged in a vessel filled with human blood. The inscription at the base, 'Satia te sanguine quem semper sitisti', translates to 'Satiate yourself with blood, for which you have always thirsted', capturing the dramatic resolution of the historical account.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePontius, a skilled engraver associated with the workshop of Peter Paul Rubens, demonstrates technical precision in his handling of the burin. The composition is structured with a clear division between the Queen and her attendants on the right and the soldiers surrounding the central figure on the left. The kneeling man, who holds the head of Cyrus over the basin, acts as the visual anchor for the scene. The architectural elements, including the heavy columns and draped fabrics, provide a sense of scale and theatricality typical of the period. The play of light across the figures creates volume, while the varied textures of the clothing and the metallic sheen of the armour are rendered with careful attention to detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a reproduction of a painting, this print reflects the collaborative nature of seventeenth-century Flemish art production. Pontius was instrumental in disseminating the compositions of Rubens to a wider audience through his high-quality engravings. The work maintains a balance between the narrative intensity of the subject matter and the formal requirements of the print medium. The inclusion of the dogs in the foreground adds a grounded, naturalistic touch to the otherwise formal and staged arrangement of the figures. This print offers a view into the technical standards of the era, where the engraver functioned as both a translator of painterly effects and a master of line and shadow.\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\/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":"Paulus Pontius","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442721821007,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442737418575,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442737451343,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58442737484111,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58442737516879,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58442737549647,"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":58442737582415,"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":58442737615183,"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":58442737647951,"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":58442737680719,"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":58442737713487,"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":58442737746255,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Thomyris-Causing-the-Head-of-Cyrus-to-be-Immersed-in-Blood_Poster_CompositorV1_1786211048081.jpg?v=1786399589"},{"product_id":"adoration-of-the-magi-paulus-pontius","title":"Adoration of the Magi - Paulus Pontius","description":"\u003cp\u003eA fine engraving by Paulus Pontius depicting the Adoration of the Magi, showcasing the technical precision of Flemish Baroque printmaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Paulus Pontius depicts the Adoration of the Magi, a subject frequently explored by artists within the Flemish Baroque tradition. Pontius, a skilled engraver who collaborated with Peter Paul Rubens, demonstrates his technical proficiency through the use of varied line weights and cross-hatching to define form and light. The composition follows the established iconographic conventions of the period, placing the Virgin and Child at the right, while the three kings approach with their offerings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe scene is framed by architectural elements, including a classical column that provides a sense of spatial depth. Above the figures, a group of cherubs emerges from the clouds, adding a celestial dimension to the earthly event. The figures are rendered with a focus on anatomical accuracy and expressive gestures, characteristic of the period's interest in human emotion and dramatic narrative. The foreground is occupied by the primary figures, while the background contains secondary characters and horses, creating a sense of scale and activity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePontius was known for his ability to translate the painterly qualities of his contemporaries into the medium of print. His work here captures the textures of the kings' garments, the softness of the infant's skin, and the atmospheric quality of the sky. The inclusion of Latin text at the base of the print provides historical context, identifying the work as a formal dedication. This piece offers a view into the collaborative nature of seventeenth-century printmaking, where engravers played a role in the dissemination of religious and historical imagery across Europe. The print maintains a balance between the monumental nature of the subject and the fine detail required by the engraving process, resulting in a work that reflects the aesthetic values of the Flemish school.\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\/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":"Paulus Pontius","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442738106703,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442760094031,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442760126799,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58442760159567,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58442760192335,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58442760225103,"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":58442760257871,"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":58442760290639,"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":58442760323407,"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":58442760356175,"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":58442760388943,"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":58442760421711,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Adoration-of-the-Magi_Poster_CompositorV1_1786211167833.jpg?v=1786400128"},{"product_id":"carolus-scribanus-paulus-pontius","title":"Carolus Scribanus - Paulus Pontius","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century engraving by Paulus Pontius, depicting the Jesuit theologian Carolus Scribanus after a painting by Anthony van Dyck.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Paulus Pontius depicts the Jesuit theologian Carolus Scribanus. The work is based on an original painting by Anthony van Dyck, a frequent collaborator of Pontius. The portrait captures the subject in a three-quarter view, dressed in the traditional habit of his order. His hand rests upon a book, while a crucifix stands to his left, grounding the composition in the religious context of his life and work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePontius demonstrates technical precision in his handling of the burin. The cross-hatching and varied line weights create a sense of volume in the heavy fabric of the cloak and the subtle modelling of the face. The background, featuring a column and a glimpse of sky, provides a sense of space without distracting from the sitter. The inscription at the base identifies the subject and notes his death in 1629 at the age of 69, providing a clear historical anchor for the print.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a master of the reproductive print, Pontius was instrumental in disseminating the compositions of the Flemish masters across Europe. His ability to translate the painterly qualities of Van Dyck into the linear language of engraving is evident here. The print reflects the formal portraiture conventions of the seventeenth century, where the sitter's intellectual and spiritual identity is communicated through symbolic objects and a composed, dignified posture. This piece offers a clear example of the collaborative relationship between painter and engraver that defined the visual culture of the period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/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\/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":"Paulus Pontius","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442749608271,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442764124495,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442764157263,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58442764190031,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58442764222799,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58442764255567,"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":58442764288335,"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":58442764321103,"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":58442764353871,"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":58442764386639,"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":58442764419407,"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":58442764452175,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Carolus-Scribanus_Poster_CompositorV1_1786211314502.jpg?v=1786400378"},{"product_id":"nero-caesar-augustus-paulus-pontius","title":"Nero Caesar Augustus - Paulus Pontius","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed 1638 engraving by Paulus Pontius after Peter Paul Rubens, depicting a classical marble bust of the Roman Emperor Nero.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Paulus Pontius, dated 1638, depicts the Roman Emperor Nero. The work is based on a drawing by Peter Paul Rubens, as indicated by the inscription 'P.P. Rubens delineavit' at the base. Pontius, a highly skilled engraver, worked closely with Rubens to translate the painterly qualities of the master's work into the precise, linear language of copperplate engraving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe image presents a bust of the emperor, modelled after an antique marble sculpture. Pontius employs a sophisticated system of hatching and cross-hatching to replicate the texture of stone, the soft curls of the hair, and the subtle shadows across the facial features. The lighting is directed from the left, creating a sense of volume and weight that defines the sculptural form against a dark, neutral background. The composition is formal and restrained, focusing entirely on the psychological presence of the subject.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuch prints were common in the seventeenth century, allowing collectors to own reproductions of classical antiquities and works by contemporary masters. The technical proficiency of Pontius is evident in the variation of line weight, which creates a convincing sense of depth and tactile reality. The inscription at the bottom, 'Ex marmore antiquo', confirms the source material as an ancient marble bust, reflecting the period's fascination with classical history and the preservation of Roman iconography through print media. This piece offers a clear example of the collaborative relationship between Flemish painters and engravers during the Baroque era, where the printmaker acted as an essential interpreter of the artist's vision.\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\/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":"Paulus Pontius","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442749641039,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442767761743,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442767794511,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58442767827279,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58442767860047,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58442767892815,"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":58442767925583,"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":58442767958351,"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":58442767991119,"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":58442768023887,"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":58442768056655,"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":58442768089423,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Nero-Caesar-Augustus_Poster_CompositorV1_1786211442725.jpg?v=1786400381"},{"product_id":"massacre-of-the-innocents-paulus-pontius","title":"Massacre of the Innocents - Paulus Pontius","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed 17th-century engraving by Paulus Pontius, capturing the dramatic intensity and complex composition of the Massacre of the Innocents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Paulus Pontius depicts the biblical narrative of the Massacre of the Innocents. Pontius, a skilled printmaker associated with the workshop of Peter Paul Rubens, demonstrates his technical mastery through the use of varied line weights and cross-hatching to define form and shadow. The composition is dense, featuring a chaotic scene of soldiers and grieving figures set against a classical architectural backdrop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe work reflects the dramatic intensity characteristic of the Flemish Baroque period. Figures are arranged in a complex, multi-layered space, with the foreground crowded by figures in motion and the background receding toward a distant, ruinous structure. The upper right corner introduces a celestial element, where putti descend, providing a contrast to the terrestrial violence below. Pontius employs a sophisticated system of engraving marks to differentiate between the textures of fabric, skin, and stone, creating a sense of volume and depth within the monochrome medium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a reproductive printmaker, Pontius often translated the painterly qualities of Rubens into the graphic medium of the copper plate. This print captures the emotional weight and physical dynamism of the original composition. The viewer is presented with a scene of high tension, where the interplay of light and shadow directs the eye across the various groups of figures. The architectural elements, including the columns and pediments, provide a rigid structure that contains the fluid, agitated movements of the participants. This print is a representative example of the high level of craftsmanship achieved by seventeenth-century Flemish engravers in their efforts to disseminate large-scale history paintings to a wider audience.\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\/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":"Paulus Pontius","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442754392399,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442769957199,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442769989967,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58442770022735,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58442770055503,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58442770088271,"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":58442770121039,"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":58442770153807,"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":58442770186575,"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":58442770219343,"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":58442770252111,"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":58442770284879,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Massacre-of-the-Innocents_Poster_CompositorV1_1786211552791.jpg?v=1786400609"},{"product_id":"susanna-and-the-elders-paulus-pontius","title":"Susanna and the Elders - Paulus Pontius","description":"\u003cp\u003eA masterful Baroque engraving by Paulus Pontius after Peter Paul Rubens, depicting the dramatic biblical narrative of Susanna and the Elders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Paulus Pontius, after a composition by Peter Paul Rubens, depicts the biblical narrative of Susanna and the Elders. The scene captures the moment of confrontation, where Susanna, bathing in a garden, is approached by two men. Pontius, a master of the burin, translates the painterly qualities of Rubens into a monochrome medium through precise hatching and cross-hatching techniques. The contrast between the light-filled figure of Susanna and the shadowed, heavy forms of the elders creates a dramatic tension characteristic of the Flemish Baroque period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is structured around the central figure of Susanna, whose posture conveys distress and vulnerability. To her left, a fountain featuring a putto pouring water adds a classical element to the setting, while the architectural background suggests a formal garden. The Latin inscription at the base, 'Turpe Senilis Amor' (Shameful is the love of the old), provides a moralising commentary on the scene, reflecting the period's interest in combining classical themes with didactic messages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePontius was one of the most skilled engravers working within the circle of Rubens, and this work demonstrates his ability to render textures, from the softness of skin to the coarse fabrics of the elders' garments. The print is a fine example of the collaborative nature of seventeenth-century printmaking, where the invention of the painter was disseminated through the technical expertise of the engraver. The work remains a study in light and shadow, showcasing the technical rigour required to achieve depth and volume on a two-dimensional surface. Collectors of Baroque prints will appreciate the clarity of the line work and the fidelity to the Rubensian aesthetic, which prioritises dynamic movement and emotional weight.\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\/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":"Paulus Pontius","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442774380879,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442789880143,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442789912911,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58442789945679,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58442789978447,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58442790011215,"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":58442790043983,"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":58442790076751,"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":58442790109519,"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":58442790142287,"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":58442790175055,"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":58442790207823,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Susanna-and-the-Elders_Poster_CompositorV1_1786211767133.jpg?v=1786401359"},{"product_id":"gaspar-de-guzman-count-of-olivarez-paulus-pontius","title":"Gaspar de Guzmán, Count of Olivarez - Paulus Pontius","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed Baroque engraving by Paulus Pontius depicting the Spanish statesman Gaspar de Guzmán, surrounded by allegorical figures and heraldic symbols.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Paulus Pontius depicts Gaspar de Guzmán, Count-Duke of Olivares, a powerful statesman in the court of Philip IV of Spain. Pontius, a skilled printmaker associated with the workshop of Peter Paul Rubens, demonstrates his technical mastery through the precise handling of line and shadow. The portrait is presented within an elaborate oval frame, a hallmark of seventeenth-century commemorative prints.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is dense with allegorical elements. Two putti flank the central pedestal, which bears the coat of arms of the sitter. One putto holds a shield featuring the head of Medusa, while the other rests beside a lion skin, symbols of strength and vigilance. Above the portrait, a star and crescent moon are integrated into the decorative framework, surrounded by swags of fruit and torches. The Latin inscription at the top identifies the subject and his titles, reinforcing his status within the Spanish monarchy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePontius employs a variety of engraving techniques to differentiate textures, from the metallic sheen of the armour to the soft flesh of the putti and the coarse fur of the lion skin. The work reflects the political climate of the era, where portraiture functioned as a tool for projecting authority and dynastic stability. By translating the painterly style of Rubens into the medium of engraving, Pontius achieved a balance between dramatic flair and structural clarity. This print remains a representative example of the collaborative nature of the Antwerp print trade during the Baroque period, where artists and engravers worked in close proximity to produce high-quality reproductions of courtly figures for a wider audience.\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\/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":"Paulus Pontius","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442780606799,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442809508175,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442809540943,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58442809573711,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58442809606479,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58442809639247,"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":58442809672015,"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":58442809704783,"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":58442809737551,"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":58442809770319,"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":58442809803087,"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":58442809835855,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Gaspar-de-Guzm-n-Count-of-Olivarez_Poster_CompositorV1_1786212073063.jpg?v=1786401553"},{"product_id":"elisabeth-of-bourbon-queen-of-philip-iv-of-spain-paulus-pontius","title":"Elisabeth of Bourbon, Queen of Philip IV of Spain - Paulus Pontius","description":"\u003cp\u003eA formal 17th-century engraving by Paulus Pontius depicting Elisabeth of Bourbon, Queen of Spain, in elaborate courtly attire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Paulus Pontius depicts Elisabeth of Bourbon, the first wife of King Philip IV of Spain. Pontius, a skilled Flemish engraver, worked closely with Peter Paul Rubens to translate the painterly qualities of the Baroque style into the precise medium of copperplate engraving. The portrait captures the Queen in a formal, courtly setting, framed by an architectural arch that adds a sense of depth and dignity to the composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElisabeth is shown wearing the elaborate fashion of the 17th-century Spanish court. Her high, stiffened ruff collar frames her face, while her attire is adorned with strings of pearls and a prominent pendant. The technical execution of the engraving is notable for its varied line work, which differentiates the textures of the heavy fabric, the metallic sheen of the jewellery, and the soft curls of her hair. The background features a draped curtain, a common motif in royal portraiture of the period, which directs the viewer's attention toward the subject.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePontius was instrumental in disseminating the visual language of the Flemish Baroque across Europe. By reproducing portraits of royal figures, he helped establish the iconography of the Habsburg court. The Latin inscription at the base of the print identifies the subject and provides context for the dedication, reflecting the formal nature of such royal commissions. This print offers a clear view into the aesthetic values of the era, where precision and grandeur were essential components of royal representation. The work remains a fine example of the collaborative relationship between painters and printmakers in the 17th century, demonstrating how reproductive engraving allowed for the wider circulation of courtly imagery.\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\/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":"Paulus Pontius","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442784604495,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442795712847,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442795745615,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58442795778383,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58442795811151,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58442795843919,"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":58442795876687,"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":58442795909455,"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":58442795942223,"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":58442795974991,"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":58442796007759,"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":58442796040527,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Elisabeth-of-Bourbon-Queen-of-Philip-IV-of-Spain_Poster_CompositorV1_1786211888549.jpg?v=1786401619"},{"product_id":"portrait-of-jan-wildens-paulus-pontius","title":"Portrait of Jan Wildens - Paulus Pontius","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century engraving by Paulus Pontius, depicting the Flemish painter Jan Wildens with technical precision and formal elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Paulus Pontius depicts the Flemish painter Jan Wildens. Pontius, a master of the burin, worked closely with Anthony van Dyck to produce the Iconography, a series of portraits documenting the notable figures of the era. The print captures Wildens in a three-quarter view, wearing the formal attire of a seventeenth-century gentleman, complete with a structured ruff collar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe technical execution demonstrates the precision characteristic of the Antwerp school of printmaking. Pontius employs a variety of hatching techniques to define the textures of the subject's clothing, the soft folds of the fabric, and the subtle contours of the face. The background is rendered with horizontal lines, which provides a neutral field that draws attention to the sitter. The inscription at the base, 'IOANNES WILDENS PICTOR RVRALIVM PROSPECTVVM ANTVERPIAE', identifies the subject as a painter of rural prospects in Antwerp, reflecting his professional identity within the artistic community of the time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs an engraver, Pontius was highly regarded for his ability to translate the painterly qualities of Van Dyck's original oil studies into the medium of print. This work is a clear example of the collaborative nature of seventeenth-century Flemish art production, where the division of labour between the painter and the engraver allowed for the wide dissemination of portraiture. The composition remains balanced and restrained, focusing on the character and status of the sitter through careful observation and controlled line work. This print offers a view into the social and professional circles of the Flemish Baroque, documenting the appearance of a contemporary artist through the skilled hand of one of the period's most capable 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-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\/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":"Paulus Pontius","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442853351759,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442875601231,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442875633999,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58442875666767,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58442875699535,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58442875732303,"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":58442875765071,"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":58442875797839,"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":58442875830607,"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":58442875863375,"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":58442875896143,"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":58442875928911,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Portrait-of-Jan-Wildens_Poster_CompositorV1_1786212247681.jpg?v=1786402238"},{"product_id":"gerard-seghers-paulus-pontius","title":"Gerard Seghers - Paulus Pontius","description":"\u003cp\u003eA refined seventeenth-century engraving by Paulus Pontius, depicting the painter Gerard Seghers as part of Anthony van Dyck's Iconography series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Paulus Pontius depicts the Flemish painter Gerard Seghers. The work is part of the Iconography, a series of portraits of contemporary artists, scholars, and statesmen initiated by Anthony van Dyck. Pontius, a master engraver, worked closely with Van Dyck to translate the painterly qualities of the original oil portraits into the precise medium of copperplate engraving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe portrait captures Seghers in a three-quarter view, his gaze directed away from the viewer. He wears a heavy cloak draped over his shoulder, rendered with dense, rhythmic hatching that creates a sense of volume and texture. The play of light across the fabric and the sitter's face demonstrates the technical skill required to achieve tonal depth using only lines. The background is kept simple, with horizontal lines that provide a neutral field, ensuring the focus remains on the subject's features and expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBelow the portrait, the inscription identifies the sitter and provides details of the collaboration, noting that the original painting was by Van Dyck and the engraving was executed by Pontius. The lettering follows the conventions of seventeenth-century printmaking, adding a formal quality to the composition. This print reflects the collaborative nature of the Antwerp art scene during the Baroque period, where painters and engravers worked in tandem to disseminate the likenesses of notable figures across Europe. The precision of the line work and the careful modulation of shadow reveal the high standards of the period's print culture, offering a clear view of the sitter's character as interpreted by two of the era's most capable artists.\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\/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":"Paulus Pontius","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442855776591,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442885628239,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442885661007,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58442885693775,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58442885726543,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58442885759311,"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":58442885792079,"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":58442885824847,"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":58442885857615,"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":58442885890383,"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":58442885923151,"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":58442885955919,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Gerard-Seghers_Poster_CompositorV1_1786212487312.jpg?v=1786402276"},{"product_id":"coronation-of-saint-rosalie-paulus-pontius","title":"Coronation of Saint Rosalie - Paulus Pontius","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century engraving by Paulus Pontius, after a design by Anthony van Dyck, depicting the coronation of Saint Rosalie.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Paulus Pontius depicts the Coronation of Saint Rosalie, a subject rooted in the religious iconography of the seventeenth-century Counter-Reformation. Pontius, a skilled engraver associated with the workshop of Peter Paul Rubens, demonstrates technical precision in his handling of line and shadow. The composition is based on a design by Anthony van Dyck, reflecting the collaborative nature of Flemish printmaking during this period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the centre, the Virgin Mary holds the Christ Child, who reaches out to place a crown of flowers upon the head of Saint Rosalie. The saint kneels in a posture of devotion, her gaze fixed upward. To the right, a male figure, likely Saint Paul, stands with a sword, providing a vertical anchor to the scene. The architecture behind the figures suggests a classical setting, while the presence of a skull at the base of the steps serves as a memento mori, a common motif in Baroque art intended to remind the viewer of the transient nature of life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePontius employs a variety of hatching techniques to define the folds of the drapery and the textures of the figures. The light source appears to emanate from the upper left, casting soft shadows that give volume to the forms. The inclusion of Latin text at the bottom provides historical context, identifying the subject and the circumstances of the saint's veneration in Palermo. This print is a fine example of the reproductive engraving tradition, where the engraver translates the painterly qualities of a master's sketch into the linear language of the copper plate. The work captures the emotional intensity and theatricality characteristic of the Baroque style, focusing on the spiritual connection between the holy figures and the saint.\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\/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":"Paulus Pontius","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442864820559,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442879959375,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442879992143,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58442880024911,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58442880057679,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58442880090447,"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":58442880123215,"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":58442880155983,"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":58442880188751,"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":58442880221519,"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":58442880254287,"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":58442880287055,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Coronation-of-Saint-Rosalie_Poster_CompositorV1_1786212367183.jpg?v=1786402423"},{"product_id":"portrait-of-peter-paul-rubens-paulus-pontius","title":"Portrait of Peter Paul Rubens - Paulus Pontius","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century engraving by Paulus Pontius, depicting the artist Peter Paul Rubens after a painting by Anthony van Dyck.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Paulus Pontius depicts the celebrated Flemish painter Peter Paul Rubens. Pontius, a highly skilled printmaker, worked closely with the circle of Rubens and Anthony van Dyck to translate their painted compositions into the medium of copperplate engraving. The portrait is based on a painting by Anthony van Dyck, which captures Rubens in a moment of quiet contemplation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePontius employs a sophisticated system of hatching and cross-hatching to define the textures of the subject's clothing and the subtle modelling of his features. The light source, coming from the left, creates a clear distinction between the illuminated side of the face and the shadowed areas, a technique that adds volume to the figure. The drapery of the cloak is rendered with fluid, sweeping lines that suggest the weight and sheen of the fabric.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe inscription at the base, 'D. PETRVS PAVLVS RVBBENS EQVES', identifies the sitter and notes his status as a knight and advisor to the Spanish crown. This print is a fine example of the collaborative nature of the Antwerp art scene during the seventeenth century, where painters and engravers worked in tandem to disseminate the likenesses of prominent figures across Europe. The precision of the line work demonstrates the technical mastery required to achieve such tonal depth without the use of colour. This print remains a primary source for understanding the visual identity of Rubens as perceived by his contemporaries. The composition is balanced and restrained, focusing the viewer's attention on the expressive gaze of the artist.\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\/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":"Paulus Pontius","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442873995599,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442889560399,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442889593167,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58442889625935,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58442889658703,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58442889691471,"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":58442889724239,"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":58442889757007,"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":58442889789775,"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":58442889822543,"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":58442889855311,"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":58442889888079,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Portrait-of-Peter-Paul-Rubens_Poster_CompositorV1_1786212612264.jpg?v=1786402533"},{"product_id":"maria-de-medici-queen-of-france-paulus-pontius","title":"Maria de Medici, Queen of France - Paulus Pontius","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century engraving by Paulus Pontius depicting Maria de Medici, Queen of France, featuring precise burin work and royal iconography.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Paulus Pontius depicts Maria de Medici, the Queen consort of Henry IV of France. Pontius, a skilled printmaker associated with the workshop of Peter Paul Rubens, demonstrates his technical proficiency through the precise application of burin work. The portrait captures the Queen in a formal pose, wearing a structured bodice and a wide, stiffened collar characteristic of the period. Her expression is composed, and she holds a small cluster of flowers in her hand, a common symbolic element in seventeenth-century portraiture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo the left of the figure, a crown rests upon a ledge, signifying her royal status. The background features a draped textile and a suggestion of a cloudy sky, providing a sense of depth without distracting from the subject. Pontius employs a variety of hatching and cross-hatching techniques to define the textures of the fabric, the softness of the skin, and the curls of the hair. The inscription at the base, 'MARIA DE MEDICES REGINA FRANCIÆ TRIVM REGVM MATER', identifies her as the Queen of France and the mother of three monarchs, reflecting her significant political position in European history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a printmaker, Pontius was known for his ability to translate the painterly qualities of his contemporaries into the medium of engraving. This work is a fine example of the reproductive print tradition in the Low Countries, where artists sought to disseminate the likenesses of influential figures to a wider audience. The clarity of the lines and the balanced composition demonstrate the high standards of craftsmanship maintained by the Antwerp school during the seventeenth century. This print offers a clear view of the fashion and iconography associated with the French court during the early modern era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/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\/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":"Paulus Pontius","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442892607823,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442905157967,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442905190735,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58442905223503,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58442905256271,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58442905289039,"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":58442905321807,"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":58442905354575,"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":58442905387343,"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":58442905420111,"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":58442905452879,"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":58442905485647,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Maria-de-Medici-Queen-of-France_Poster_CompositorV1_1786212727790.jpg?v=1786402896"},{"product_id":"marie-de-barbancon-wife-of-albert-duc-darenberg-paulus-pontius","title":"Marie de Barbançon, Wife of Albert, Duc d'Arenberg - Paulus Pontius","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century engraving by Paulus Pontius, depicting the noblewoman Marie de Barbançon after a portrait by Anthony van Dyck.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Paulus Pontius depicts Marie de Barbançon, a noblewoman of the seventeenth century. Pontius, a skilled printmaker based in Antwerp, frequently collaborated with Anthony van Dyck to translate painted portraits into the medium of engraving. This specific work is based on a painting by van Dyck, capturing the sitter with the formal composure expected of the aristocracy during the Baroque period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition focuses on the subject from the waist up, presenting her in a three-quarter view. She wears a large, pleated ruff collar, a hallmark of the fashion of the era, which frames her face and directs the viewer's attention to her expression. Her attire is adorned with strings of pearls, which are rendered with precise lines to suggest their lustre and weight. The sleeves of her gown exhibit heavy, voluminous folds, demonstrating the engraver's ability to create texture and volume through varying densities of hatching and cross-hatching.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTechnically, the print displays the mastery of the burin. Pontius employs a range of line weights to differentiate between the soft skin of the face, the delicate lace of the collar, and the heavier fabric of the dress. The background is filled with a fine grid of horizontal and vertical lines, a common technique in portrait engravings of the time to provide a neutral, structured space that prevents the subject from appearing isolated. The inscription at the base identifies the sitter and provides the date of 1645, alongside the attribution to both van Dyck as the painter and Pontius as the engraver. This print offers a clear view into the collaborative nature of seventeenth-century print production, where the skills of the painter and the engraver combined to disseminate the likenesses of the European elite.\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\/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":"Paulus Pontius","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442975936847,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442991173967,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442991206735,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58442991239503,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58442991272271,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58442991305039,"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":58442991337807,"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":58442991370575,"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":58442991403343,"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":58442991436111,"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":58442991468879,"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":58442991501647,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Marie-de-Barban-on-Wife-of-Albert-Duc-d-Arenberg_Poster_CompositorV1_1786213328187.jpg?v=1786403110"},{"product_id":"presentation-in-the-temple-paulus-pontius","title":"Presentation in the Temple - Paulus Pontius","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century engraving by Paulus Pontius depicting the biblical Presentation in the Temple, rendered with technical precision and dramatic lighting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Paulus Pontius depicts the biblical scene of the Presentation in the Temple. Pontius, a skilled Flemish engraver, worked closely with Peter Paul Rubens to translate the painterly qualities of the Baroque style into the medium of print. The composition follows the narrative of the infant Jesus being brought to the temple in Jerusalem, where he is received by the elderly Simeon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe visual arrangement is characteristic of the period, utilising strong chiaroscuro to define the figures against the architectural backdrop. Simeon stands at the centre, cradling the child, while the Virgin Mary and Joseph are positioned in acts of devotion. The architectural setting, featuring heavy columns and vaulted ceilings, provides a sense of scale and gravity. Pontius employs a sophisticated system of hatching and cross-hatching to render the textures of the garments and the soft light filtering from above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a printmaker, Pontius was known for his ability to capture the volume and weight of forms. The figures possess a physical presence that is typical of the Rubensian aesthetic. The inclusion of a torch-bearing figure on the right adds a sense of movement and depth to the scene. The Latin inscription at the base provides context, referencing the Nunc Dimittis, the prayer of Simeon. This work demonstrates the technical precision required for large-scale reproductive engraving in the seventeenth century, where the engraver acted as a bridge between the original painted design and the wider distribution of religious imagery. The print remains a clear example of the collaborative nature of the Antwerp print workshops during this era.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Paulus Pontius","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442976559439,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442988388687,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442988421455,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58442988454223,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58442988486991,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58442988519759,"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":58442988552527,"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":58442988585295,"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":58442988618063,"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":58442988650831,"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":58442988683599,"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":58442988716367,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Presentation-in-the-Temple_Poster_CompositorV1_1786213119643.jpg?v=1786403171"},{"product_id":"raphael-urbin-paulus-pontius","title":"Raphael Urbin - Paulus Pontius","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century engraving by Paulus Pontius depicting the Renaissance master Raphael, showcasing the technical precision of Flemish printmaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Paulus Pontius depicts the Italian Renaissance master Raphael. Pontius, a skilled printmaker associated with the workshop of Peter Paul Rubens, demonstrates his technical proficiency through the use of varied line weights and cross-hatching. The portrait captures the subject in a three-quarter view, wearing a soft cap and a heavy fur-lined garment. The texture of the fur is rendered with precise, rhythmic strokes, contrasting with the smoother treatment of the facial features and the delicate folds of the shirt sleeves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the background, a small window reveals a distant landscape, a common device in portraiture of the period to provide spatial depth. The composition is structured around the subject's steady gaze, which engages the viewer directly. Below the image, the Latin inscription identifies the subject as Raphael of Urbino and includes a laudatory verse, a standard practice for commemorative prints of this era. The print reflects the seventeenth-century interest in documenting the lives and appearances of earlier masters, often disseminating their likenesses through reproductive engraving techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePontius was instrumental in translating the painterly qualities of Rubens and his contemporaries into the medium of print. His work here shows a disciplined approach to light and shadow, creating a sense of volume in the figure. The background wall is rendered with horizontal lines, which helps to push the figure forward into the viewer's space. This print is a fine example of the high level of craftsmanship found in Flemish reproductive engraving during the mid-seventeenth century, where the focus remained on clarity of form and the faithful reproduction of the original source material.\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\/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":"Paulus Pontius","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442979377487,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442992550223,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442992582991,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58442992615759,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58442992648527,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58442992681295,"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":58442992714063,"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":58442992746831,"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":58442992779599,"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":58442992812367,"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":58442992845135,"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":58442992877903,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Raphael-Urbin_Poster_CompositorV1_1786213447706.jpg?v=1786403212"},{"product_id":"christ-on-the-cross-paulus-pontius","title":"Christ on the Cross - Paulus Pontius","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed 17th-century engraving by Paulus Pontius, after Peter Paul Rubens, depicting the crucifixion with dramatic Baroque intensity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Paulus Pontius, after a composition by Peter Paul Rubens, captures the dramatic intensity characteristic of the Flemish Baroque. Pontius, a highly skilled printmaker, worked closely with Rubens to translate the painterly qualities of the master into the precise medium of copperplate engraving. The work depicts the crucifixion with a focus on the physical strain and emotional weight of the subject.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChrist is positioned centrally, his body rendered with anatomical precision. The musculature and the tension in his limbs convey the agony of the moment. Surrounding the cross, the composition includes symbolic figures, such as angels and a skeletal representation of death holding a scythe, which add a layer of memento mori to the scene. The background features a distant, atmospheric landscape that recedes into the horizon, providing a sense of scale and isolation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePontius employs a sophisticated system of hatching and cross-hatching to create depth and volume. The play of light across the torso of Christ is achieved through varied line weights, demonstrating the technical mastery required to replicate the tonal range of an oil painting in monochrome. The inclusion of the titulus crucis, inscribed in multiple languages, adheres to traditional iconographic representations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis print reflects the collaborative nature of the Rubens workshop, where the translation of paintings into prints allowed for the wider dissemination of religious imagery. The clarity of the line work and the balanced composition demonstrate the technical rigour of 17th-century Flemish printmaking. It remains a clear example of how the graphic arts were used to communicate complex theological narratives during the Counter-Reformation period. The work is presented with the original Latin inscriptions at the base, maintaining the historical integrity of the print.\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":"Paulus Pontius","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442995663183,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442997858639,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442997891407,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58442997924175,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58442997956943,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58442997989711,"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":58442998022479,"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":58442998055247,"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":58442998088015,"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":58442998120783,"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":58442998153551,"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":58442998186319,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Christ-on-the-Cross_Poster_CompositorV1_1786213595190.jpg?v=1786403577"},{"product_id":"adoration-of-the-shepherds-paulus-pontius","title":"Adoration of the Shepherds - Paulus Pontius","description":"\u003cp\u003eA masterful Baroque engraving by Paulus Pontius after Peter Paul Rubens, depicting the Adoration of the Shepherds with dramatic light and detailed figures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Paulus Pontius reproduces a composition by Peter Paul Rubens, capturing the dramatic narrative of the Adoration of the Shepherds. Pontius, a skilled engraver within the circle of Rubens, translates the painterly qualities of the original oil work into a monochromatic medium through precise hatching and cross-hatching techniques. The scene is organised within an arched frame, creating a sense of depth that draws the viewer into the stable setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the foreground, the Virgin Mary leans towards the infant Christ, who lies in a manger. A group of shepherds, depicted with varied expressions of reverence and curiosity, gather to witness the event. One shepherd kneels in the centre, his posture reflecting the humility of the scene. To the left, a dog and a bagpipe player add a rustic, earthly quality to the composition. Above, a choir of angels descends, holding a banner inscribed with the Latin text: GLORIA IN EXCELSIS DEO ET IN TERRA PAX. The contrast between the divine figures in the upper register and the humble human participants below is managed through the modulation of light and shadow, a hallmark of the Baroque style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePontius demonstrates technical mastery in his handling of textures, from the soft drapery of the garments to the rougher surfaces of the stable environment. The animals, including the donkey and the dog, are rendered with anatomical accuracy, grounding the spiritual subject in a tangible reality. The Latin inscription at the base, ECCE VIRGO CONCIPIET ET PARIET FILIVM, provides the scriptural context for the image. This print serves as an example of the collaborative nature of the Rubens workshop, where the master provided the design and his specialist engravers disseminated the imagery to a wider audience across Europe.\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\/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":"Paulus Pontius","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442999791951,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58443003068751,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58443003101519,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58443003134287,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58443003167055,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58443003199823,"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":58443003232591,"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":58443003265359,"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":58443003298127,"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":58443003330895,"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":58443003363663,"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":58443003396431,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Adoration-of-the-Shepherds_Poster_CompositorV1_1786213862014.jpg?v=1786403714"},{"product_id":"diego-felipe-de-guzman-marques-de-leganes-paulus-pontius","title":"Diego Felipe de Guzman, Marques de Leganes - Paulus Pontius","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century engraving by Paulus Pontius, depicting the Spanish military commander Diego Felipe de Guzman in formal armour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Paulus Pontius depicts Diego Felipe de Guzman, the Marques de Leganes, a prominent Spanish military commander and diplomat. Pontius, a skilled printmaker from Antwerp, worked closely with Anthony van Dyck to translate the painter's compositions into the medium of engraving. This work is part of the Iconography series, a collection of portraits documenting the notable figures of the seventeenth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe subject is presented in half-length, wearing polished plate armour that reflects the light with precision. His hand rests upon a baton, a traditional symbol of military authority. The collar, a stiffened lace ruff, provides a contrast to the metallic textures of his breastplate. Pontius employs a variety of hatching techniques to define the contours of the face, the texture of the hair, and the reflective surfaces of the armour. The background features a draped curtain, a common device in portraiture of the period to suggest a formal setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBelow the portrait, the Latin inscription details the titles and offices held by the Marques, including his role as a commander in the Spanish Netherlands. The print demonstrates the technical proficiency of Pontius, who was able to capture the psychological presence of the sitter while maintaining the clarity required for high-quality reproduction. The composition follows the conventions of aristocratic portraiture, focusing on the status and martial character of the individual. This print remains a record of the collaboration between the painter Van Dyck and his chosen engraver, reflecting the dissemination of portrait styles across Europe during the Baroque era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/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\/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":"Paulus Pontius","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58443000840527,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58443004936527,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58443004969295,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58443005002063,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58443005034831,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58443005067599,"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":58443005100367,"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":58443005133135,"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":58443005165903,"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":58443005198671,"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":58443005231439,"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":58443005264207,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Diego-Felipe-de-Guzman-Marques-de-Leganes_Poster_CompositorV1_1786213715193.jpg?v=1786403782"},{"product_id":"hippocrates-paulus-pontius","title":"Hippocrates - Paulus Pontius","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century engraving by Paulus Pontius depicting the classical physician Hippocrates in profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Paulus Pontius presents a classical interpretation of Hippocrates, the ancient Greek physician. Pontius, a skilled printmaker associated with the circle of Peter Paul Rubens, demonstrates his mastery of the burin through the precise execution of the subject's features. The portrait focuses on the profile of the figure, capturing the texture of the beard and the thinning hair with meticulous attention to line weight and cross-hatching.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe technique employed here is characteristic of seventeenth-century Flemish printmaking, where the interplay of light and shadow is achieved through varying densities of engraved lines. The background consists of a subtle, horizontal hatching pattern that pushes the subject forward, creating a sense of volume and presence. The anatomical rendering of the ear, the brow, and the musculature of the neck reflects the period's interest in classical antiquity and the human form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePontius was known for his ability to translate the painterly qualities of his contemporaries into the medium of engraving. While this work functions as a historical portrait, it also serves as an example of the technical rigour required in the production of high-quality prints during the Baroque era. The composition is austere, stripping away extraneous detail to focus entirely on the character and stoicism of the physician. The print provides a clear view of the artist's control over the copper plate, where every stroke contributes to the overall modelling of the face. This piece is suitable for those interested in the history of medicine, classical iconography, or the technical development of European 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\/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":"Paulus Pontius","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58443003887951,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58443009753423,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58443009786191,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58443009818959,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58443009851727,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58443009884495,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58443009917263,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58443009950031,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58443009982799,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58443010015567,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58443010048335,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58443010081103,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Hippocrates_Poster_CompositorV1_1786214048829.jpg?v=1786403879"},{"product_id":"portrait-of-jacobus-boonen-paulus-pontius","title":"Portrait of Jacobus Boonen - Paulus Pontius","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century engraving by Paulus Pontius, depicting the Archbishop of Mechelen, Jacobus Boonen, in a formal, dignified pose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Paulus Pontius depicts Jacobus Boonen, the Archbishop of Mechelen, seated in a formal, ecclesiastical setting. Pontius, a highly skilled engraver associated with the workshop of Peter Paul Rubens, demonstrates his technical mastery through the precise rendering of textures, from the heavy folds of the archbishop's robes to the smooth surface of the stone column behind him. The composition follows the conventions of seventeenth-century portraiture, placing the subject in a dignified pose that communicates authority and status.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo the left of the archbishop, a small table holds a clock, a common memento mori symbol in the period, reminding the viewer of the passage of time. Below, the coat of arms of the archbishop is displayed, complete with a motto and ecclesiastical insignia. The background features a draped curtain and a large architectural element, which provide a sense of depth and grandeur to the scene. Pontius employs a variety of hatching techniques to create tonal depth, effectively separating the foreground figures from the shadowed background. The work is based on a painting by Gaspar de Crayer, as noted in the inscription at the bottom of the print. This collaboration between painter and engraver was common in the Flemish Baroque tradition, allowing for the wider dissemination of portraits of prominent figures. The print captures the gravity of the sitter, whose steady gaze and composed posture reflect his position within the church hierarchy. The attention to detail, particularly in the lace cuffs and the heraldic shield, demonstrates the high level of craftsmanship expected from a professional engraver of the era. This piece offers a window into the visual culture of the Low Countries during the seventeenth century, where portraiture served as a primary means of documenting and celebrating the lives of the elite.\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\/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":"Paulus Pontius","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58443011129679,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58443014308175,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58443014340943,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58443014373711,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58443014406479,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58443014439247,"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":58443014472015,"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":58443014504783,"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":58443014537551,"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":58443014570319,"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":58443014603087,"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":58443014635855,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Portrait-of-Jacobus-Boonen_Poster_CompositorV1_1786214199728.jpg?v=1786404101"},{"product_id":"saint-roch-interceding-for-the-sick-with-the-plague-paulus-pontius","title":"Saint Roch Interceding for the Sick with the Plague - Paulus Pontius","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed 1626 engraving by Paulus Pontius after Peter Paul Rubens, depicting Saint Roch interceding for plague victims.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Paulus Pontius, dated 1626, reproduces a composition by Peter Paul Rubens. It depicts the saintly figure of Roch, who is traditionally invoked for protection against the plague. The composition is divided into two distinct zones: the celestial realm above, where Saint Roch kneels in prayer before a divine light, and the terrestrial realm below, occupied by the suffering victims of the epidemic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePontius demonstrates technical mastery in his use of the burin to translate the painterly qualities of Rubens into a monochromatic medium. The engraving employs a range of line weights and cross-hatching techniques to define the musculature of the figures, the texture of the drapery, and the dramatic chiaroscuro that characterises the Baroque period. The upper register features an angel holding a tablet with the inscription 'Eris in Peste Patronus', identifying Roch as a protector during times of contagion. Beside him, his faithful dog is depicted, a standard attribute in his iconography.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe lower section presents a group of plague-stricken individuals, their bodies contorted in agony and despair. Their gestures reach upward toward the saint, creating a visual connection between the mortal suffering and the divine intercession. The architectural setting provides a sense of depth, framing the scene within a vaulted space that suggests a hospital or a public square. The Latin inscription at the base, 'SANCTE ROCHE ORA PRO NOBIS', reinforces the devotional nature of the work. This print serves as a fine example of the collaborative relationship between Rubens and his circle of engravers, who were instrumental in disseminating his compositions across Europe. The work captures the emotional intensity and dramatic lighting typical of the Flemish Baroque, offering a clear view into the religious concerns and artistic priorities of the seventeenth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/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\/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":"Paulus Pontius","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58443013685583,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58443018928463,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58443018961231,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58443018993999,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58443019026767,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58443019059535,"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":58443019092303,"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":58443019125071,"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":58443019157839,"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":58443019190607,"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":58443019223375,"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":58443019256143,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Saint-Roch-Interceding-for-the-Sick-with-the-Plague_Poster_CompositorV1_1786214412162.jpg?v=1786404172"},{"product_id":"dead-christ-with-a-capuchin-paulus-pontius","title":"Dead Christ with a Capuchin - Paulus Pontius","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed 1632 Baroque engraving by Paulus Pontius depicting the lamentation of Christ, rendered with technical precision and dramatic light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Paulus Pontius, titled 'Christi Funus', depicts the lamentation over the body of Christ. Pontius, a skilled Flemish engraver, worked closely with Peter Paul Rubens to translate the dramatic compositions of the master into the medium of print. The scene shows the lifeless body of Christ supported by figures, including a Capuchin friar, while angels attend to the instruments of the Passion. The composition follows the conventions of the Flemish Baroque, utilising strong contrasts of light and shadow to create a sense of volume and emotional weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe technical execution demonstrates the precision of Pontius in his use of the burin. He creates varied textures through the density and direction of his lines, from the soft drapery of the garments to the more rugged surfaces of the rocky grotto setting. The inclusion of the crown of thorns and the nails in the foreground provides a narrative focus on the suffering of Christ. The figures are arranged in a pyramidal structure, a common device in religious art of the period to guide the viewer through the scene. The presence of the Capuchin friar reflects the specific devotional context for which the work was intended, connecting the biblical narrative to the contemporary religious practices of the seventeenth century. This print is a fine example of the collaborative relationship between painter and engraver that defined the dissemination of visual culture in the Low Countries during the seventeenth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/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\/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":"Paulus Pontius","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58443017027919,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58443024925007,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58443024957775,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58443024990543,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58443025023311,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58443025056079,"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":58443025088847,"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":58443025121615,"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":58443025154383,"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":58443025187151,"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":58443025219919,"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":58443025252687,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Dead-Christ-with-a-Capuchin_Poster_CompositorV1_1786214676307.jpg?v=1786404315"},{"product_id":"sophocles-paulus-pontius","title":"Sophocles - Paulus Pontius","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century engraving by Paulus Pontius, based on a drawing by Peter Paul Rubens, depicting the classical Greek playwright Sophocles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Paulus Pontius depicts the ancient Greek playwright Sophocles. The work is based on a drawing by Peter Paul Rubens, who drew inspiration from classical antique busts. Pontius, a highly skilled printmaker within the Rubens circle, employs a sophisticated system of hatching and cross-hatching to translate the sculptural qualities of the original bust into a two-dimensional medium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe portrait captures the subject in a three-quarter view, focusing on the weathered features and the heavy, rhythmic curls of the beard and hair. The use of light and shadow creates a sense of volume, giving the figure a tangible presence. The inscription at the base, 'SOPHOCLES SOPHILI. F. ATHENIENSIS', identifies the subject, while the Latin text notes the source of the design, 'P.P. Rubens delin.' (drawn by Peter Paul Rubens) and 'P. Pontius sculpsit' (engraved by Paulus Pontius). The date 1638 is also recorded on the plate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePontius was instrumental in disseminating the compositions of Rubens through his precise engraving technique. This print demonstrates his ability to mimic the textures of stone and fabric, reflecting the technical standards of seventeenth-century Flemish printmaking. The composition is austere, focusing entirely on the characterisation of the philosopher-poet. The dark, atmospheric background pushes the figure forward, ensuring the viewer's attention remains on the facial expression and the classical form. This piece is a fine example of the collaborative nature of the Rubens workshop, where the division of labour between the master draughtsman and the specialist engraver produced works of great technical clarity and historical interest.\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\/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":"Paulus Pontius","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58443018830159,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58443023712591,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58443023745359,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58443023778127,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58443023810895,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58443023843663,"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":58443023876431,"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":58443023909199,"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":58443023941967,"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":58443023974735,"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":58443024007503,"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":58443024040271,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Sophocles_Poster_CompositorV1_1786214529363.jpg?v=1786404346"},{"product_id":"theodor-rombouts-paulus-pontius","title":"Theodor Rombouts - Paulus Pontius","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century engraving by Paulus Pontius, depicting the painter Theodor Rombouts as part of the Iconography of Anthony van Dyck.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Paulus Pontius depicts the Flemish painter Theodor Rombouts. It belongs to the Iconography of Anthony van Dyck, a collection of portraits of notable figures of the seventeenth century. Pontius, a skilled engraver, worked closely with Van Dyck to translate the painter's oil portraits into print. The composition captures Rombouts in a three-quarter view, his body turned away from the viewer while his head looks back over his shoulder. This pose creates a sense of movement and psychological engagement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe technical execution demonstrates the mastery of the burin. Pontius uses varied line weights to define the texture of Rombouts's clothing, particularly the heavy, flowing fabric of his cloak. The cross-hatching in the background provides a neutral field that pushes the figure forward, while the subtle shading on the face and hands conveys volume and anatomical precision. The inscription at the base identifies the subject as a painter of human figures in Antwerp, reflecting the professional status of the sitter within the artistic community of the time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a printmaker, Pontius was instrumental in the dissemination of Van Dyck's portrait style across Europe. This work is a fine example of the collaborative nature of seventeenth-century print production, where the painter provided the initial design and the engraver interpreted the tonal qualities of the original painting into a monochrome medium. The clarity of the lines and the balanced composition make this a representative piece of Flemish Baroque printmaking. It offers a clear view of the aesthetic values held by the Antwerp school, where precision and naturalism were highly regarded. The print remains a valuable record of the appearance and professional identity of Rombouts, who was a contemporary of both Van Dyck and Rubens.\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\/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":"Paulus Pontius","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58443021680975,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58443026432335,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58443026465103,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58443026497871,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58443026530639,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58443026563407,"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":58443026596175,"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":58443026628943,"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":58443026661711,"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":58443026694479,"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":58443026727247,"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":58443026760015,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Theodor-Rombouts_Poster_CompositorV1_1786214795620.jpg?v=1786404408"},{"product_id":"carlos-de-colonna-paulus-pontius","title":"Carlos de Colonna - Paulus Pontius","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century engraving by Paulus Pontius, depicting the military commander Carlos de Colonna in formal armour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Paulus Pontius depicts Carlos de Colonna, a military commander in the service of the Spanish Crown. Pontius, a highly skilled printmaker, worked closely with Anthony van Dyck to translate the painterly qualities of the latter's portraits into the medium of copperplate engraving. The print demonstrates the technical precision characteristic of the Antwerp school during the seventeenth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColonna is shown in half-length, wearing polished plate armour that reflects the light with metallic clarity. His posture is authoritative, holding a baton of command, which signifies his rank as a general. The lace collar provides a textural contrast to the hard, reflective surfaces of his breastplate. Pontius employs a sophisticated system of hatching and cross-hatching to model the facial features and the folds of the fabric, creating a sense of volume and depth. The background is kept relatively simple, ensuring the focus remains on the sitter's expression and status.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work is part of the broader iconographic tradition of the period, where the likenesses of military and political figures were disseminated through prints to establish their public image. The inscription at the base identifies the sitter and acknowledges the collaboration between the engraver and the original painter, Van Dyck. The print captures the gravity and formal dignity expected of a high-ranking official in the Spanish Netherlands. It remains a fine example of the collaborative relationship between painters and engravers in the Baroque era, where the printmaker acted as an interpreter of the artist's original vision.\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\/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":"Paulus Pontius","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58443028201807,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58443029283151,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58443029315919,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58443029348687,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58443029381455,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58443029414223,"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":58443029446991,"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":58443029479759,"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":58443029512527,"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":58443029545295,"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":58443029578063,"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":58443029610831,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Carlos-de-Colonna_Poster_CompositorV1_1786214915265.jpg?v=1786404679"},{"product_id":"portrait-of-jacob-roelants-paulus-pontius","title":"Portrait of Jacob Roelants - Paulus Pontius","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century engraving by Paulus Pontius, capturing the formal portrait of Jacob Roelants with technical precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Paulus Pontius depicts Jacob Roelants, a figure of the seventeenth-century Low Countries. Pontius, a student of Lucas Vorsterman and a collaborator with Peter Paul Rubens, demonstrates his technical mastery through the precise handling of line and tone. The portrait follows the conventions of the era, presenting the sitter in a seated position, dressed in formal attire that includes a prominent ruff collar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition employs a classical architectural element, a column, to frame the subject, while a heavy curtain provides a backdrop that adds depth to the scene. Roelants rests his hand upon a table, where an open book and a seal are placed, suggesting his involvement in administrative or scholarly pursuits. The artist uses a variety of hatching techniques to differentiate between the textures of the velvet garment, the crisp linen of the collar, and the smooth surface of the stone column.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePontius was known for his ability to translate the painterly qualities of his contemporaries into the medium of engraving. His work often captures the gravity and social standing of his subjects through careful attention to facial features and posture. This print reflects the standard of portraiture produced in Antwerp during the seventeenth century, where the demand for high-quality reproductions of notable individuals was significant. The clarity of the lines and the balance of light and shadow demonstrate the skill required to produce such detailed work on copper plates. 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Pontius, a master of the burin, worked closely with Anthony van Dyck to translate the painterly qualities of the latter's portraits into the medium of print. The work is part of the Iconography, a series of portraits of famous contemporaries that Van Dyck initiated to document the intellectual and artistic figures of the seventeenth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition follows the conventions of aristocratic portraiture common in the Low Countries during the Baroque period. Gevartius is shown in a three-quarter view, his gaze directed away from the viewer. His attire, featuring a lace collar and a heavy cloak, is rendered with precise hatching and cross-hatching techniques. These lines create a sense of volume and texture, particularly in the folds of the fabric and the soft curls of his hair. The background remains relatively simple, allowing the focus to rest on the subject's features and the subtle play of light across his face.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePontius demonstrates technical control in his handling of light and shadow. The contrast between the illuminated face and the darker garments provides a sense of depth. The inclusion of the Latin inscription at the base identifies the subject and the roles of the artists involved, noting that the original painting was by Van Dyck. This print serves as an example of the collaborative nature of printmaking in Antwerp, where painters and engravers worked in tandem to disseminate portraits to a wider audience. The work remains a clear representation of the formal portrait style that defined the era, capturing the gravity and intellectual stature expected of a scholar in the seventeenth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/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\/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":"Paulus Pontius","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58443031183695,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58443037409615,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58443037442383,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58443037475151,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58443037507919,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58443037540687,"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":58443037573455,"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":58443037606223,"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":58443037638991,"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":58443037671759,"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":58443037704527,"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":58443037737295,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Portrait-of-Jan-Gaspar-Gevartius_Poster_CompositorV1_1786215075362.jpg?v=1786404922"},{"product_id":"portret-van-jan-de-jongste-paulus-pontius","title":"Portret van Jan de Jongste - Paulus Pontius","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century engraving by Paulus Pontius, capturing a military figure with masterful attention to texture and light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Paulus Pontius depicts a military figure, Jan de Jongste, rendered with the technical precision characteristic of the Flemish Baroque period. Pontius, a student of Lucas Vorsterman, became a master of the burin, often collaborating with Peter Paul Rubens to translate painted compositions into the medium of print. His ability to render textures, from the reflective surface of polished steel armour to the delicate, translucent quality of the lace collar, demonstrates his command over light and shadow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe subject is presented in a traditional three-quarter view, a standard format for seventeenth-century portraiture intended to convey authority and status. The sitter wears a breastplate, suggesting a military rank or noble standing, while the baton held in his hand serves as a symbol of command. The background, featuring a draped curtain and a glimpse of a cloudy sky, provides a sense of depth and theatricality common in the era. Pontius uses a variety of hatching techniques to model the facial features, capturing the sitter's expression with clarity and anatomical accuracy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a printmaker, Pontius was instrumental in the dissemination of portraiture across Europe. His work allowed for the wider circulation of images of contemporary figures, bridging the gap between the unique painted portrait and the accessible printed reproduction. This specific engraving reflects the high standards of the Antwerp school, where printmaking was treated as a sophisticated craft requiring both artistic vision and manual dexterity. The composition remains balanced, focusing the viewer's attention on the sitter's face and the fine details of his attire, which are executed with consistent attention to form and volume. This print is a representative example of the technical rigour applied to portraiture during the mid-seventeenth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/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\/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":"Paulus Pontius","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58443044913487,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58443051467087,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58443051499855,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58443051532623,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58443051565391,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58443051598159,"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":58443051630927,"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":58443051663695,"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":58443051696463,"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":58443051729231,"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":58443051761999,"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":58443051794767,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Portret-van-Jan-de-Jongste_Poster_CompositorV1_1786215372763.jpg?v=1786405102"},{"product_id":"anatomical-study-of-three-men-paulus-pontius","title":"Anatomical Study of Three Men - Paulus Pontius","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed anatomical engraving by Paulus Pontius, showcasing the musculature of three figures through precise line work and dramatic shading.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Paulus Pontius presents a rigorous examination of human musculature. Pontius, a skilled printmaker associated with the workshop of Peter Paul Rubens, demonstrates a mastery of line and shadow to define the physical form. The composition depicts three figures in varying poses, stripped of skin to reveal the underlying structure of the body. Each figure is rendered with precision, using cross-hatching and varying line weights to create a sense of volume and depth against the dark background.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe work reflects the period's interest in classical anatomy and the scientific observation of the human frame. Artists of the seventeenth century often produced such studies to improve their depictions of figures in larger, more complex compositions. By isolating the musculature, Pontius provides a clear view of how the body functions under tension and movement. The figures are arranged in a dynamic, interlocking manner, which allows the viewer to observe the interaction of different muscle groups from multiple angles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTechnically, the print exhibits the high level of control characteristic of Flemish engraving during the Baroque era. The contrast between the illuminated musculature and the deep, dark background creates a dramatic effect, drawing the eye to the specific anatomical details. This print serves as a record of the artistic training and technical standards of the time, where the study of the human body was a primary concern for painters and printmakers alike. The clarity of the lines and the deliberate shading ensure that the anatomical information remains legible while maintaining a sense of artistic form. It is a piece that appeals to those interested in the intersection of art, science, and the history of 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\/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":"Paulus Pontius","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58443054154063,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58443078730063,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58443078762831,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58443078795599,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58443078828367,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58443078861135,"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":58443078893903,"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":58443078926671,"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":58443078959439,"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":58443078992207,"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":58443079024975,"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":58443079057743,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Anatomical-Study-of-Three-Men_Poster_CompositorV1_1786215890940.jpg?v=1786405221"},{"product_id":"maria-met-het-christuskind-paulus-pontius","title":"Maria met het Christuskind - Paulus Pontius","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century engraving by Paulus Pontius depicting the Virgin Mary and the Christ Child, executed with precise line work and Baroque sensibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Paulus Pontius depicts the Virgin Mary holding the Christ Child. Pontius was a skilled printmaker who frequently collaborated with Peter Paul Rubens, and this work reflects the stylistic conventions of the Flemish Baroque. The composition focuses on the interaction between the figures, with Mary looking upward while supporting the child, who stands upon a draped surface. The use of line work creates a sense of volume in the drapery and the figures, demonstrating the technical precision typical of seventeenth-century reproductive printmaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe background features a classical architectural element on the left and a suggestion of a distant, atmospheric horizon on the right. The shading is achieved through varied hatching and cross-hatching, which defines the contours of the bodies and the folds of the fabric. Pontius employs these techniques to manage light and shadow, giving the scene a sculptural quality. The Christ Child is rendered with a halo, indicating his divine nature, while the Virgin is portrayed with a contemplative expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a printmaker, Pontius played a role in the dissemination of compositions by major painters of his era. This print captures the dramatic sensibility and emotional weight often associated with the Counter-Reformation art of the period. The work is a clear example of the high level of craftsmanship found in the print workshops of Antwerp during the seventeenth century. The balance between the foreground figures and the simplified background ensures that the viewer remains focused on the central subjects. This piece is suitable for those interested in the history of printmaking and the visual culture of the Baroque era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/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\/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":"Paulus Pontius","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58443056906575,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58443070275919,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58443070308687,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58443070341455,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58443070374223,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58443070406991,"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":58443070439759,"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":58443070472527,"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":58443070505295,"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":58443070538063,"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":58443070570831,"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":58443070603599,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Maria-met-het-Christuskind_Poster_CompositorV1_1786215490688.jpg?v=1786405273"},{"product_id":"the-tamed-centaur-paulus-pontius","title":"The Tamed Centaur - Paulus Pontius","description":"\u003cp\u003eA refined Baroque engraving by Paulus Pontius depicting a mythological centaur being tamed by a child, showcasing exceptional anatomical detail and line work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Paulus Pontius depicts a classical subject, the tamed centaur, rendered with the technical precision characteristic of the Flemish Baroque period. Pontius, a pupil of Lucas Vorsterman and a frequent collaborator with Peter Paul Rubens, demonstrates his mastery of the burin through the varied line weights used to define the muscular anatomy of the centaur and the soft, rounded forms of the child riding upon its back. The composition draws inspiration from antique sculpture, reflecting the period interest in classical antiquity and the human form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe centaur, a creature of myth, is shown with a human torso and equine body, his expression one of resignation or gentle submission. The child, adorned with a wreath of grapes, sits confidently, suggesting a narrative of innocence overcoming wild nature. Pontius employs cross-hatching and parallel lines to create volume and shadow, giving the figures a sculptural presence against the subtly shaded background. The print captures the anatomical rigour and dramatic tension often found in the works produced within the Rubens circle, where the study of classical statuary was a primary focus for artists and engravers alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a printmaker, Pontius was highly regarded for his ability to translate the painterly qualities of his contemporaries into the medium of engraving. This work is a fine example of his skill in reproducing the texture of skin and the weight of muscle through controlled, rhythmic lines. The clarity of the engraving allows for a close examination of the artist's technique, from the delicate curls of the centaur's beard to the smooth contours of the child's limbs. It remains a representative piece of seventeenth-century printmaking, documenting the enduring fascination with mythological themes in European art.\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\/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":"Paulus Pontius","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58443074339151,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58443097899343,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58443097932111,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58443097964879,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58443097997647,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58443098030415,"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":58443098063183,"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":58443098095951,"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":58443098128719,"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":58443098161487,"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":58443098194255,"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":58443098227023,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Tamed-Centaur_Poster_CompositorV1_1786215979438.jpg?v=1786405471"},{"product_id":"hercules-slaying-nessus-paulus-pontius","title":"Hercules Slaying Nessus - Paulus Pontius","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century engraving by Paulus Pontius depicting the mythological struggle between Hercules and the centaur Nessus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Paulus Pontius depicts the classical myth of Hercules and the centaur Nessus. Pontius, a skilled printmaker associated with the circle of Peter Paul Rubens, demonstrates his technical mastery through the use of varied line weights and cross-hatching to define form and volume. The composition captures the moment of conflict, with Hercules positioned to strike the centaur, who is shown in a state of collapse. Deianira, the figure central to the narrative, is rendered with the anatomical idealism common to the period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe work reflects the dramatic sensibilities of the seventeenth-century Flemish school. Pontius employs a sophisticated system of engraving marks to suggest the texture of skin, the musculature of the figures, and the flowing drapery that adds a sense of movement to the scene. The background is kept relatively simple, which allows the focus to remain on the interaction between the three figures. The tension of the narrative is conveyed through the physical postures and the expressions of the participants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a printmaker, Pontius was highly regarded for his ability to translate the painterly qualities of his contemporaries into the medium of copperplate engraving. This piece provides an example of the collaborative nature of print production in Antwerp during the seventeenth century, where engravers often worked from designs by prominent painters. The clarity of the line work and the balance of the composition demonstrate the high standards of craftsmanship expected from the period. This print offers an opportunity to observe the intersection of classical mythology and Baroque artistic conventions, presented with the precision characteristic of Pontius's output.\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\/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":"Paulus Pontius","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58443106517327,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58443115102543,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58443115135311,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58443115168079,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58443115200847,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58443115233615,"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":58443115266383,"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":58443115299151,"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":58443115331919,"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":58443115364687,"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":58443115397455,"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":58443115430223,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Hercules-Slaying-Nessus_Poster_CompositorV1_1786216142461.jpg?v=1786405820"},{"product_id":"an-old-woman-and-a-boy-with-candles-paulus-pontius","title":"An Old Woman and a Boy with Candles - Paulus Pontius","description":"\u003cp\u003eA masterful Baroque engraving by Paulus Pontius, depicting an old woman lighting a candle for a young boy, based on a design by Peter Paul Rubens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Paulus Pontius depicts an elderly woman lighting a candle for a young boy. The composition draws inspiration from a painting by Peter Paul Rubens, whose name appears on the plate as the inventor of the design. The scene focuses on the interaction between the two figures, illuminated by the warm glow of the candle against a dark, atmospheric background.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePontius, a skilled engraver who frequently collaborated with Rubens, demonstrates his mastery of light and shadow through the use of varied hatching and cross-hatching techniques. The contrast between the weathered features of the woman and the smooth, youthful face of the boy creates a narrative tension. The Latin inscription at the bottom, 'Quis vetet apposito, lumen de lumine tolli. Mille licet capiant, deperit inde nihil', translates to 'Who would forbid that light be taken from light? Though a thousand may take it, nothing is lost from it'. This text provides a philosophical layer to the domestic act, suggesting themes of shared knowledge or generosity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe print captures the dramatic chiaroscuro typical of the period. The light source is contained entirely within the frame, casting deep shadows that define the forms of the figures. Pontius uses the burin to create textures, from the soft fabric of the woman's clothing to the flickering flame itself. This work reflects the collaborative nature of the Flemish printmaking industry, where painters provided designs for professional engravers to translate into reproducible media. It remains a fine example of seventeenth-century reproductive printmaking, showing the technical precision required to convey the painterly effects of Rubens in monochrome.\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\/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":"Paulus Pontius","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58443119395151,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58443131486543,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58443131519311,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58443131552079,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58443131584847,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58443131617615,"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":58443131650383,"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":58443131683151,"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":58443131715919,"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":58443131748687,"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":58443131781455,"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":58443131814223,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/An-Old-Woman-and-a-Boy-with-Candles_Poster_CompositorV1_1786216478250.jpg?v=1786406003"},{"product_id":"stal-met-paarden-en-stalmeester-paulus-pontius","title":"Stal met paarden en stalmeester - Paulus Pontius","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century engraving by Paulus Pontius depicting a stable master with horses in a rural setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Paulus Pontius depicts a quiet moment within a stable. The composition centres on a group of horses, including a mare nursing her foal, while a stable master stands to the right. He leans against a pitchfork, his posture relaxed yet observant. The artist employs precise line work to define the musculature of the animals and the texture of their coats, as well as the folds of the man's clothing. The background features simple wooden slats and hay, providing a clear sense of the interior environment without unnecessary distraction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePontius, a skilled engraver associated with the workshop of Peter Paul Rubens, demonstrates a high level of technical control in this work. The use of hatching and cross-hatching creates volume and depth, allowing the figures to emerge from the page with clarity. The scene avoids dramatic artifice, opting instead for a direct observation of rural life. The interaction between the animals and their keeper conveys a sense of routine and familiarity. This print reflects the interest in genre subjects that occupied many artists in the Low Countries during the seventeenth century. It provides a view into the daily operations of a stable, rendered with the disciplined hand characteristic of the period's printmaking traditions. The balance between the human figure and the animals is maintained through careful spatial arrangement, ensuring that neither element dominates the frame. This piece is a fine example of the period's dedication to capturing specific, observable realities through the medium of copperplate engraving.\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\/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":"Paulus Pontius","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58443122213199,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58443129422159,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58443129454927,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58443129487695,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58443129520463,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58443129553231,"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":58443129585999,"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":58443129618767,"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":58443129651535,"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":58443129684303,"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":58443129717071,"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":58443129749839,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Stal-met-paarden-en-stalmeester_Poster_CompositorV1_1786216387942.jpg?v=1786406048"},{"product_id":"madonna-and-child-with-saints-paulus-pontius","title":"Madonna and Child with Saints - Paulus Pontius","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed Baroque engraving by Paulus Pontius depicting the Madonna and Child in a gathering of saints, rendered with technical precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Paulus Pontius depicts a traditional sacra conversazione, a composition featuring the Madonna and Child surrounded by various saints. Pontius, a skilled printmaker from Antwerp, was known for his ability to translate the painterly qualities of masters like Peter Paul Rubens into the medium of copperplate engraving. His technical precision is evident in the varied line weights used to define the textures of armour, fabric, and skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe scene is arranged with a sense of theatricality common to the Baroque period. The Virgin Mary sits centrally, holding the Christ Child, while figures including Saint Jerome, identifiable by the lion at his feet, and a knight in full armour occupy the foreground. The inclusion of putti above and the dragon at the lower right adds layers of symbolic narrative to the composition. The architectural elements, such as the stone balustrade and the niche behind the Virgin, provide a sense of depth and structure to the gathering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePontius employs a sophisticated system of cross-hatching and stippling to create tonal transitions. This approach allows for a range of light and shadow, giving the figures a sculptural quality. The print demonstrates the collaborative nature of seventeenth-century printmaking, where engravers often worked from preparatory drawings or paintings to disseminate religious imagery to a wider audience. The balance between the static, meditative figures and the dynamic movement of the putti and the knight creates a visual tension that draws the eye across the entire surface of the work. This print remains a fine example of the high level of craftsmanship achieved by Flemish engravers during the seventeenth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/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\/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":"Paulus Pontius","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58443129946447,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58443143184719,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58443143217487,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58443143250255,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58443143283023,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58443143315791,"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":58443143348559,"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":58443143381327,"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":58443143414095,"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":58443143446863,"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":58443143479631,"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":58443143512399,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Madonna-and-Child-with-Saints_Poster_CompositorV1_1786216876988.jpg?v=1786406157"},{"product_id":"presentation-in-the-temple-paulus-pontius-1","title":"Presentation in the Temple - Paulus Pontius","description":"\u003cp\u003eA masterful seventeenth-century engraving by Paulus Pontius, depicting the biblical Presentation in the Temple with dramatic Baroque lighting and architectural depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Paulus Pontius depicts the biblical scene of the Presentation in the Temple. Pontius, a highly skilled engraver from Antwerp, worked closely with Peter Paul Rubens, and this work reflects the dramatic light and monumental figures characteristic of the Flemish Baroque period. The composition centres on the elderly Simeon holding the infant Jesus, surrounded by the Virgin Mary, Joseph, and other figures within a grand, classical architectural setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe technical execution demonstrates the mastery of the burin, with varied line weights creating a sense of volume in the heavy drapery of the garments and the soft texture of the skin. The use of cross-hatching and fine parallel lines allows for a range of tonal values, from the deep shadows within the temple arches to the bright highlights on the faces and hands of the participants. The architectural elements, including the fluted columns and coffered ceiling, provide a sense of depth and scale, grounding the spiritual event in a tangible, physical space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePontius was instrumental in translating the painterly qualities of Rubens into the medium of print. His ability to capture the emotional weight of the narrative through gesture and expression is evident here. The figures are arranged in a balanced, theatrical manner, typical of the period, guiding the viewer's eye through the interaction between the central characters. This print serves as a fine example of seventeenth-century reproductive engraving, where the engraver acted as a bridge between the original painterly concept and the wider distribution of religious imagery. The work remains a clear representation of the collaborative nature of the Antwerp print workshops, where technical precision met grand artistic vision.\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\/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":"Paulus Pontius","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58443131453775,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58443139055951,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58443139088719,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58443139121487,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58443139154255,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58443139187023,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58443139219791,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58443139252559,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58443139285327,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58443139318095,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58443139350863,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58443139383631,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Presentation-in-the-Temple_Poster_CompositorV1_1786216633478.jpg?v=1786406184"},{"product_id":"kruisdraging-paulus-pontius","title":"Kruisdraging - Paulus Pontius","description":"\u003cp\u003eA masterful seventeenth-century engraving by Paulus Pontius, depicting the Carrying of the Cross after a composition by Peter Paul Rubens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Paulus Pontius depicts the Carrying of the Cross, a subject derived from the compositions of Peter Paul Rubens. Pontius, a master of the burin, worked closely with Rubens to translate the painterly qualities of the Flemish Baroque into the precise, linear language of printmaking. The composition is dense with figures, capturing the chaotic movement of the procession toward Calvary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the foreground, Christ is shown under the weight of the cross, his form rendered with muscular tension. To his right, the Virgin Mary and other figures express grief, their postures echoing the emotional weight of the scene. The background features soldiers on horseback and a crowd, their forms partially obscured by the atmospheric treatment of the landscape. Pontius employs a sophisticated system of cross-hatching and varied line weights to suggest the texture of fabric, the sheen of armour, and the play of light across the figures. This technical approach allows for a sense of volume and depth that mirrors the dramatic lighting characteristic of Rubens's own canvases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe print demonstrates the collaborative nature of the Antwerp print industry during the seventeenth century, where skilled engravers were essential for the dissemination of major artistic ideas. Pontius manages to maintain the energy of the original design while adapting it to the constraints of the copper plate. The result is a work that balances narrative clarity with the technical virtuosity expected of a master engraver of his era. The composition remains a study in the movement and emotional intensity that defined the Baroque period in Northern Europe.\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\/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":"Paulus Pontius","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58443131912527,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58443138695503,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58443138728271,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58443138761039,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58443138793807,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58443138826575,"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":58443138859343,"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":58443138892111,"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":58443138924879,"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":58443138957647,"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":58443138990415,"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":58443139023183,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Kruisdraging_Poster_CompositorV1_1786216815580.jpg?v=1786406188"},{"product_id":"daniel-mytens-the-elder-paulus-pontius","title":"Daniel Mytens, the Elder - Paulus Pontius","description":"\u003cp\u003eA fine seventeenth-century engraving by Paulus Pontius, depicting the Dutch painter Daniel Mytens the Elder as part of Van Dyck's Iconography series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Paulus Pontius depicts the Dutch painter Daniel Mytens the Elder. Pontius, a skilled engraver, worked closely with Anthony van Dyck to translate the painterly qualities of the latter's portraits into the medium of print. The work belongs to the Iconography series, a collection of portraits of contemporary artists, scholars, and nobility that Van Dyck commissioned to document the figures of his age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe portrait captures Mytens in a three-quarter view, his gaze directed towards the viewer with a sense of quiet authority. He wears the attire typical of the seventeenth-century professional class, featuring a soft, wide collar and a heavy cloak draped over his shoulder. Pontius employs a sophisticated system of cross-hatching and varied line weights to render the textures of the fabric, the softness of the skin, and the play of light across the sitter's features. The background remains relatively simple, allowing the focus to remain on the personality and presence of the subject.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a printmaker, Pontius was admired for his ability to capture the specific character of a sitter while maintaining the stylistic unity of the Iconography project. The Latin inscription at the base identifies the subject and notes the collaboration between Van Dyck, who provided the original design, and Pontius, who executed the plate. This print offers a clear example of the technical precision found in Flemish Baroque engraving, where the interplay of shadow and light creates a sense of volume and physical presence. It remains a primary source for the visual history of the period, documenting the appearance of a painter who served the English court during the reign of Charles I.\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\/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":"Paulus Pontius","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58443151999311,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58443159109967,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58443159142735,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58443159175503,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58443159208271,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58443159241039,"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":58443159273807,"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":58443159306575,"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":58443159339343,"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":58443159372111,"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":58443159404879,"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":58443159437647,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Daniel-Mytens-the-Elder_Poster_CompositorV1_1786217640075.jpg?v=1786406671"},{"product_id":"philip-iv-of-spain-paulus-pontius","title":"Philip IV of Spain - Paulus Pontius","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century engraving of Philip IV of Spain by the Flemish master Paulus Pontius, capturing the monarch in formal attire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Paulus Pontius depicts Philip IV of Spain, the monarch of the Spanish Empire during the seventeenth century. Pontius, a skilled Flemish engraver, worked closely with Peter Paul Rubens, whose influence is evident in the dramatic lighting and the formal composition of this portrait. The monarch is presented within an architectural frame, a common device in period portraiture to provide a sense of depth and authority. He wears the collar of the Order of the Golden Fleece, a symbol of his status and dynastic connections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe technical execution demonstrates the precision of the burin. Pontius employs varied line weights to define the textures of the king's attire, the soft fabric of his collar, and the metallic sheen of his regalia. The shading across the face and the folds of the clothing creates a three-dimensional effect, typical of the high Baroque style. The Latin inscription at the base identifies the subject and provides the date of 1632, situating the work within the context of the Habsburg court.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis print reflects the dissemination of royal imagery across Europe during the seventeenth century. Engravings allowed monarchs to project their image to a wider audience, far beyond the reach of original oil paintings. The composition balances the formality required for a royal portrait with the artistic sensibilities of the Flemish school. The inclusion of the tassel and the arched niche adds a decorative element that frames the subject, drawing the eye toward the king's expression. This work is a representative example of the collaborative relationship between painters and printmakers in the Antwerp workshops of the era, where the translation of painted portraits into reproducible media was a refined craft.\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\/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":"Paulus Pontius","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58443152130383,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58443159470415,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58443159503183,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58443159535951,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58443159568719,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58443159601487,"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":58443159634255,"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":58443159667023,"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":58443159699791,"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":58443159732559,"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":58443159765327,"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":58443159798095,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Philip-IV-of-Spain_Poster_CompositorV1_1786217638711.jpg?v=1786406707"},{"product_id":"hendrik-van-balen-paulus-pontius","title":"Hendrik van Balen - Paulus Pontius","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century engraving by Paulus Pontius, depicting the painter Hendrik van Balen as part of the famous Iconography series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Paulus Pontius depicts the Flemish painter Hendrik van Balen. The work belongs to the Iconography series, a collection of portraits of notable figures from the seventeenth century, originally conceived by Anthony van Dyck. Pontius, a skilled engraver, worked closely with Van Dyck to translate the painterly qualities of the original oil studies into the precise medium of copperplate engraving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVan Balen is shown in a half-length pose, wearing a period-appropriate ruff and a dark doublet. His hand rests upon a sculpted head, a detail that identifies him as a practitioner of the arts and a collector of classical antiquities. The composition employs a clear light source from the left, which models the subject's face and the folds of his clothing with technical precision. The background features a simple architectural element, likely a column, which provides a sense of depth without distracting from the sitter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTechnically, the print demonstrates the mastery of line and cross-hatching characteristic of the Antwerp school of printmaking during the Baroque period. Pontius uses varying densities of line to suggest texture, from the soft curls of the hair to the smooth surface of the marble sculpture. The inscription at the base identifies the sitter and his profession, a common feature in portrait prints of this era intended for scholarly or artistic collections. This print offers a clear view into the professional networks of seventeenth-century Antwerp, where painters and printmakers collaborated to document the intellectual and artistic life of the city. The work remains a primary source for the appearance of Van Balen, who was a teacher to many prominent artists of the time, including Van Dyck himself.\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\/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":"Paulus Pontius","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58443152818511,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58443159830863,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58443159863631,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58443159896399,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58443159929167,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58443159961935,"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":58443159994703,"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":58443160027471,"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":58443160060239,"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":58443160093007,"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":58443160125775,"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":58443160158543,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Hendrik-van-Balen_Poster_CompositorV1_1786217608599.jpg?v=1786406745"},{"product_id":"promotieprent-van-claudius-von-collalto-upper-section-paulus-pontius","title":"Promotieprent van Claudius von Collalto (Upper Section) - Paulus Pontius","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed 1645 Baroque engraving by Paulus Pontius, depicting an allegorical scene with classical architecture and celestial figures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Paulus Pontius, a master of the Flemish school, depicts the upper portion of a promotional print created for Claudius von Collalto in 1645. Pontius was a frequent collaborator with Peter Paul Rubens, and his technical proficiency in the medium of engraving is evident in the precise handling of light and shadow across the architectural and celestial elements of this composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe scene features a grand, domed structure adorned with classical columns and statuary, representing the House of Austria. The architecture is rendered with a high degree of structural clarity, typical of the period's interest in classical order and monumental form. Above the dome, a group of putti hover amidst clouds, surrounding a crown that is bathed in rays of light. This celestial imagery serves to elevate the status of the subject, linking the earthly authority of the House of Austria to divine sanction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo the left, a group of putti support a cartouche containing Latin text, which provides the formal dedication of the work. The contrast between the solid, rhythmic repetition of the columns and the fluid, dynamic movement of the figures in the sky creates a balanced visual tension. Pontius employs fine, controlled hatching to define the textures of the stone, the softness of the clouds, and the musculature of the figures. The print functions as a sophisticated piece of political iconography, using the visual language of the Baroque to communicate power, lineage, and piety. The work remains a fine example of seventeenth-century printmaking, demonstrating the collaborative nature of artistic production in Antwerp during this era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/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\/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":"Paulus Pontius","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58443242897743,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58443245846863,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58443245879631,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58443245912399,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58443245945167,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58443245977935,"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":58443246010703,"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":58443246043471,"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":58443246076239,"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":58443246109007,"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":58443246141775,"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":58443246174543,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Promotieprent-van-Claudius-von-Collalto-Upper-Section-_Poster_CompositorV1_1786217037582.jpg?v=1786408639"},{"product_id":"the-head-of-cyrus-brought-to-queen-tomyris-paulus-pontius","title":"The Head of Cyrus Brought to Queen Tomyris - Paulus Pontius","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century engraving by Paulus Pontius after Peter Paul Rubens, depicting the dramatic classical narrative of Queen Tomyris.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Paulus Pontius depicts the classical narrative of Queen Tomyris of the Massagetae, who exacts vengeance upon Cyrus the Great. The composition is based on a painting by Peter Paul Rubens, demonstrating the close collaboration between the master painter and his preferred engraver. Pontius was highly regarded for his ability to translate the painterly qualities of Rubens into the precise medium of copperplate engraving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe scene captures the moment the severed head of Cyrus is submerged into a vessel of blood, a symbolic act of retribution for the death of the Queen's son. Pontius employs a sophisticated system of hatching and cross-hatching to render the textures of the drapery, the metallic sheen of the soldiers' armour, and the varied skin tones of the figures. The architectural setting, featuring classical columns and heavy curtains, provides a theatrical backdrop that directs the viewer's attention toward the central action.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a printmaker, Pontius maintained a high degree of fidelity to the original composition while introducing his own technical refinements. The work reflects the dramatic tension characteristic of the Flemish Baroque period. The figures are arranged with a sense of movement and emotional weight, typical of the Rubensian style. This print serves as a fine example of the reproductive print culture that allowed the compositions of major artists to circulate across Europe during the seventeenth century. The clarity of the line work and the balanced distribution of light and shadow demonstrate the technical proficiency required to produce such high-quality reproductions in the period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/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\/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":"Paulus Pontius","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58443244110159,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58443249189199,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58443249221967,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58443249254735,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58443249287503,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58443249320271,"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":58443249353039,"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":58443249385807,"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":58443249418575,"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":58443249451343,"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":58443249484111,"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":58443249516879,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Head-of-Cyrus-Brought-to-Queen-Tomyris_Poster_CompositorV1_1786217000814.jpg?v=1786408672"},{"product_id":"promotional-print-for-charles-de-la-vieuville-upper-section-paulus-pontius","title":"Promotional Print for Charles de La Vieuville (Upper Section) - Paulus Pontius","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed 1636 Baroque engraving by Paulus Pontius, featuring a complex allegorical scene with classical figures and heraldic elements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Paulus Pontius, a master of the Flemish school, depicts an elaborate allegorical scene created in 1636. The composition functions as a promotional print for Charles de La Vieuville, utilising the visual language of the Baroque period to convey status and authority. Pontius, who frequently collaborated with Peter Paul Rubens, demonstrates his technical precision in the handling of line and shadow, capturing the muscularity of the figures and the textures of the drapery with clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe scene is populated by figures from classical mythology, arranged in a theatrical manner. At the centre, deities are gathered in a celestial setting, suggesting divine favour and order. The inclusion of a rearing horse and various symbolic attributes, such as the caduceus held by Mercury, adds layers of iconographic meaning typical of seventeenth-century commemorative works. The upper portion of the print is framed by heavy curtains, which draw the eye toward the central heraldic crest, further emphasising the aristocratic nature of the commission.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePontius employs a sophisticated system of cross-hatching to model the forms, creating a sense of volume and depth within the two-dimensional space. The arrangement of the figures is balanced, with the central deities providing a stable anchor for the more dynamic elements, such as the flying putti and the agitated horse. This work is a fine example of the printmaking standards of the era, where the engraver acted as a vital conduit for the dissemination of complex visual narratives. The print serves as a record of the artistic conventions used to elevate the reputation of public figures during the mid-seventeenth century, combining technical skill with a mastery of classical allegory.\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\/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":"Paulus Pontius","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58443244601679,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58443249680719,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58443249713487,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58443249746255,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58443249779023,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58443249811791,"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":58443249844559,"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":58443249877327,"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":58443249910095,"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":58443249942863,"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":58443249975631,"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":58443250008399,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Promotional-Print-for-Charles-de-La-Vieuville-Upper-Section-_Poster_CompositorV1_1786217261478.jpg?v=1786408707"},{"product_id":"portrait-of-jacob-roelants-paulus-pontius-1","title":"Portrait of Jacob Roelants - Paulus Pontius","description":"\u003cp\u003eA refined seventeenth-century engraving by Paulus Pontius, capturing the formal likeness of Jacob Roelants with technical precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Paulus Pontius depicts Jacob Roelants, a figure of the seventeenth-century Flemish social order. Pontius, a master of the burin, was a frequent collaborator with Peter Paul Rubens, and his technical proficiency is evident in the handling of textures within this composition. The subject sits in a high-backed chair, his posture conveying a sense of authority and composure. He wears a traditional ruff collar, a garment that allows the artist to demonstrate his skill in rendering fine, repetitive lines to suggest volume and fabric weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe background incorporates architectural elements, including a column base, which provides a sense of spatial depth. To the right, a table holds an open book, a common attribute in portraiture of the period to signify the sitter's intellectual or professional standing. The drapery behind the subject adds a sense of movement and softness, contrasting with the rigid lines of the architecture and the structured nature of the sitter's attire. At the base of the print, a blank cartouche is surmounted by a coat of arms, a feature typical of formal portrait engravings intended to document lineage or social status.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePontius employs a sophisticated system of cross-hatching and varying line weights to model the sitter's face and hands. The play of light across the forehead and the bridge of the nose suggests a source of illumination from the upper left, creating a naturalistic effect. The precision of the engraving process ensures that every detail, from the individual hairs of the moustache to the folds in the heavy fabric of the robe, is rendered with clarity. This work provides a clear view into the conventions of seventeenth-century printmaking, where the portrait served as a primary medium for recording the likenesses of the era's prominent citizens.\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\/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":"Paulus Pontius","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58443254137167,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58443260232015,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58443260264783,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58443260297551,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58443260330319,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58443260363087,"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":58443260395855,"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":58443260428623,"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":58443260461391,"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":58443260494159,"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":58443260526927,"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":58443260559695,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Portrait-of-Jacob-Roelants_Poster_CompositorV1_1786217456836.jpg?v=1786408893"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.com\/collections\/paulus-pontius.oembed","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}