{"title":"Claes Janszoon Visscher Ii","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"vrouwen-begeleiden-beschonken-mannen-claes-jansz-visscher-ii","title":"Vrouwen begeleiden beschonken mannen - Claes Jansz. Visscher (II)","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century etching by Claes Jansz. Visscher (II) depicting a genre scene of women assisting intoxicated men, framed within an ornamental cartouche.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eThis etching by Claes Jansz. Visscher (II) captures a scene of social observation common in Dutch Golden Age printmaking. The composition is framed within an ornamental cartouche, a device frequently employed in the seventeenth century to present narrative vignettes. The central figures depict women assisting men who appear to be under the influence of alcohol, a subject that often served as a moralising commentary on public behaviour and social order during the period.\n\nVisscher, a prolific publisher and engraver based in Amsterdam, possessed a keen eye for the daily life of his contemporaries. His line work is precise, utilising varied hatching to create texture in the foliage and the garments of the figures. The background includes a subtle depiction of a rural setting, complete with a windmill, which provides context to the figures' journey. The framing element itself is decorated with scrollwork, typical of the decorative arts of the era, which draws the viewer's eye toward the central action.\n\nAs a printmaker, Visscher was instrumental in the dissemination of visual culture across the Netherlands. His works often balanced technical skill with accessible subject matter. This particular piece reflects the interest in genre scenes that defined much of the artistic output of the Dutch Republic. The print offers a glimpse into the social dynamics of the time, presented with a clarity that remains legible centuries later. The work is an example of the technical proficiency found in small-scale Dutch prints, where the artist had to convey narrative and atmosphere within a restricted space. The balanced composition and the clear delineation of the figures demonstrate the artist's ability to manage complex visual information within a decorative border.\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=\"\/en-nz\/products\/circe-with-the-companions-of-ulysses-as-animals-giovanni-benedetto-castiglione\" 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;\"\u003eCirce with the Companions of Ulysses as Animals - Giovanni Benedetto Castiglione — Giovanni Benedetto Castiglione\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/man-and-woman-contemplating-the-remains-of-their-burnt-down-house-caspar-david-friedrich\" 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;\"\u003eMan and Woman Contemplating the Remains of Their Burnt-Down House - Caspar David Friedrich — Caspar David Friedrich\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Claes Janszoon Visscher II","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58180227105103,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58180227170639,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58180227268943,"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":58180227301711,"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":58180227367247,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58231495295311,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58231495328079,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58231495360847,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58231495393615,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58231495426383,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58231495491919,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58231495524687,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58231495590223,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58231495622991,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ XS Canvas (20x30cm) \/ -","offer_id":58231496147279,"sku":null,"price":30.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ Small Canvas (30x40cm) \/ -","offer_id":58231496180047,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58231496245583,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Vrouwen-begeleiden-beschonken-mannen_Poster_CompositorV1_1783385168162.jpg?v=1783622146"},{"product_id":"hoop-spes-claes-jansz-visscher-ii","title":"Hoop (Spes) - Claes Jansz. Visscher (II)","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century Dutch etching depicting the allegorical figure of Hope, featuring traditional iconography including an anchor and a bird of prey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eThis etching by Claes Jansz. Visscher (II) depicts the personification of Hope, or 'Spes', a common subject in Northern European art during the seventeenth century. The figure stands with her gaze directed upwards, embodying a sense of spiritual aspiration. She is accompanied by traditional iconographic elements: an anchor, which serves as a symbol of stability and steadfastness, and a bird of prey perched upon her hand. The inclusion of these attributes follows established conventions for allegorical representation, where physical objects function as markers for abstract virtues.\n\nVisscher, a prominent figure in the Dutch printmaking trade, demonstrates technical precision in his handling of the line. The drapery of the figure's garments is rendered with rhythmic, parallel hatching that creates a sense of volume and movement. The background features a subtle, atmospheric treatment of the sky and a distant, sketch-like landscape, which provides a sense of scale without distracting from the central figure. The Latin inscription at the base of the print, 'Solamen Spes alma hominum, Fidei anchora sacra, Erumnis nostris praemia digna vouet', translates to a meditation on hope as a comfort to humanity and a sacred anchor of faith.\n\nAs a publisher and engraver, Visscher was instrumental in the dissemination of such allegorical works across the Netherlands. This print reflects the period's interest in moralising imagery, where classical and Christian themes were synthesised into visual narratives. The composition is balanced, with the verticality of the anchor and the figure creating a stable structure. The work is a clear example of the high level of craftsmanship found in Dutch print production during this era, where the clarity of the line and the legibility of the subject were paramount.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Claes Janszoon Visscher II","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58180316299599,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58180316365135,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58180316463439,"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":58180316496207,"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":58180316561743,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58231479763279,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58231479796047,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58231479828815,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58231479861583,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58231479894351,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58231479959887,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58231479992655,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58231480058191,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58231480090959,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ XS Canvas (20x30cm) \/ -","offer_id":58231480615247,"sku":null,"price":30.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ Small Canvas (30x40cm) \/ -","offer_id":58231480648015,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58231480713551,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Hoop-Spes-_Poster_CompositorV1_1783385415231.jpg?v=1783622300"},{"product_id":"kracht-fortitudo-claes-jansz-visscher-ii","title":"Kracht (Fortitudo) - Claes Jansz. 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Visscher, a prolific Dutch engraver and publisher, utilised the etching medium to achieve fine tonal variations in the sky and the textured surface of the column. The Latin inscription at the base of the print, 'Fortis in aduersis, animosaq pectora gestans, Infractis animis ardua quaeq fero', translates to a sentiment regarding the strength of the spirit in the face of adversity, reinforcing the moralising theme common in seventeenth-century Dutch art.\n\nThis work belongs to a series of allegorical prints, a genre that was popular among collectors and scholars of the period. The composition relies on clear, balanced lines and a structured approach to the human figure, reflecting the influence of Mannerist traditions on early Dutch printmaking. The print demonstrates the technical skill required to balance narrative symbolism with aesthetic clarity. It remains a clear example of the didactic function of art during the Dutch Golden Age, where visual metaphors were frequently employed to communicate virtues and philosophical concepts to a literate audience.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Claes Janszoon Visscher II","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58182388613455,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58182388678991,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58182388777295,"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":58182388810063,"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":58182388875599,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58231429988687,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58231430021455,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58231430054223,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58231430086991,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58231430119759,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58231430185295,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58231430218063,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58231430283599,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58231430316367,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ XS Canvas (20x30cm) \/ -","offer_id":58231430840655,"sku":null,"price":30.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ Small Canvas (30x40cm) \/ -","offer_id":58231430873423,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58231430938959,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Kracht-Fortitudo-_Poster_CompositorV1_1783386369536.jpg?v=1783623562"},{"product_id":"matigheid-temperantia-claes-jansz-visscher-ii","title":"Matigheid (Temperantia) - Claes Jansz. 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The Latin inscription at the base, 'Temperies rerum, Veneris, Bacchi, cibique, Arx vitae, et columen mentis, ego una vocor', translates to a declaration of her role as the guardian of life and the mind, moderating the excesses of love, wine, and food. This work belongs to a series of allegorical figures, a popular format for educational and moralising prints in the Netherlands during the Dutch Golden Age. Visscher, who was also a publisher and cartographer, produced many such works that circulated widely among collectors and scholars.\n\nThe composition is balanced, with the verticality of the figure contrasted against the horizontal lines of the landscape. The use of light and shadow, achieved through varied hatching techniques, gives the figure a sense of volume and presence. This print offers a clear view into the didactic nature of early modern Dutch art, where classical mythology and Christian virtues were frequently synthesised to provide guidance for daily conduct. It remains a fine example of the printmaking traditions that defined the visual culture of the 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=\"\/en-nz\/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=\"\/en-nz\/products\/kaempferia-longa-pierre-joseph-redoute\" 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;\"\u003eKaempferia longa - Pierre-Joseph Redouté — Pierre-Joseph Redouté\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Claes Janszoon Visscher II","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58182422036815,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58182422102351,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58182422200655,"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":58182422233423,"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":58182422298959,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58231431594319,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58231431627087,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58231431659855,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58231431692623,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58231431725391,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58231431790927,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58231431823695,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58231431889231,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58231431921999,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ XS Canvas (20x30cm) \/ -","offer_id":58231432446287,"sku":null,"price":30.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ Small Canvas (30x40cm) \/ -","offer_id":58231432479055,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58231432544591,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Matigheid-Temperantia-_Poster_CompositorV1_1783386624832.jpg?v=1783639277"},{"product_id":"the-creation-of-eve-claes-jansz-visscher-ii","title":"The Creation of Eve - Claes Jansz. 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The inclusion of Latin text within circular motifs and at the base of the print provides theological context, referencing the Genesis narrative.\n\nThe composition employs a clear foreground and background, typical of the narrative prints produced in the Netherlands at this time. Visscher uses varied line weights to define the textures of the foliage, the animals' fur, and the human anatomy. The print demonstrates the artist's ability to integrate complex theological themes with the observational detail that defined Dutch art of the era. The presence of the turkey, a bird recently introduced to Europe from the Americas, serves as a specific detail that anchors the work within the global trade context of the Dutch Golden Age. This piece is a representative example of the printmaking traditions that flourished in Amsterdam, where publishers like Visscher played a role in the dissemination of religious and moral imagery to a wider public.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Claes Janszoon Visscher II","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58180441997647,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58180442063183,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58180442161487,"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":58180442194255,"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":58180442259791,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58231409246543,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58231409279311,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58231409312079,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58231409344847,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58231409377615,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58231409443151,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58231409475919,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58231409541455,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58231409574223,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ XS Canvas (20x30cm) \/ -","offer_id":58231410098511,"sku":null,"price":30.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ Small Canvas (30x40cm) \/ -","offer_id":58231410131279,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58231410196815,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Creation-of-Eve_Poster_CompositorV1_1783386974030.jpg?v=1783628169"},{"product_id":"eva-verleidt-adam-claes-jansz-visscher-ii","title":"Eva verleidt Adam - Claes Jansz. Visscher (II)","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century etching by Claes Jansz. Visscher (II) depicting the biblical scene of Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eThis print by Claes Jansz. Visscher (II) depicts the biblical narrative of the Fall of Man. The composition centres on Adam and Eve beneath the tree of knowledge, where the serpent is coiled amongst the branches. Eve, positioned to the right, offers the forbidden fruit to Adam, who sits upon a rock formation. The artist employs precise line work to define the musculature of the figures and the textures of the surrounding environment.\n\nThe background features a variety of animals, including sheep, a camel, and a large bird, which contribute to the depiction of the Garden of Eden. The inclusion of Latin text at the base of the print provides a scriptural reference to Genesis. Visscher, a prominent Dutch engraver and publisher, demonstrates a mastery of the burin and etching needle, creating a clear distinction between the foreground figures and the receding landscape. The shading techniques, particularly the cross-hatching on the tree trunk and the figures, provide a sense of volume and weight.\n\nThis work reflects the period's interest in biblical themes, which were common subjects for printmakers in the Netherlands during the seventeenth century. The print is characterised by its clarity and adherence to traditional iconographic representations of the subject. The figures are rendered with a focus on anatomical proportion, while the surrounding flora and fauna are depicted with a degree of observational detail. The overall composition is balanced, with the tree acting as a vertical anchor for the scene. The print serves as an example of the technical proficiency found in Dutch printmaking of the era, where narrative clarity and aesthetic precision were highly valued.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Claes Janszoon Visscher II","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58180490821967,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58180490887503,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58180490985807,"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":58180491018575,"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":58180491084111,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58231395942735,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58231395975503,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58231396008271,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58231396041039,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58231396073807,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58231396139343,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58231396172111,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58231396237647,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58231396270415,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ XS Canvas (20x30cm) \/ -","offer_id":58231396794703,"sku":null,"price":30.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ Small Canvas (30x40cm) \/ -","offer_id":58231396827471,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58231396893007,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Eva-verleidt-Adam_Poster_CompositorV1_1783387221065.jpg?v=1783628413"},{"product_id":"zondeval-the-fall-of-man-claes-jansz-visscher-ii","title":"Zondeval (The Fall of Man) - Claes Jansz. Visscher (II)","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century etching by Claes Jansz. Visscher (II) depicting the biblical narrative of Adam and Eve following the Fall of Man.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eThis etching, titled Zondeval, depicts the aftermath of the Fall of Man as described in the Book of Genesis. Claes Jansz. Visscher (II), a prominent Dutch engraver and publisher, presents a scene where Adam and Eve, having realised their nakedness, attempt to conceal themselves. The composition is divided into two distinct narrative moments. In the foreground, the central figures crouch beneath a tree, their bodies covered by fig leaves. To the left, a smaller, secondary scene shows the pair receiving garments of skin from the divine presence. \n\nThe work is characteristic of early seventeenth-century Dutch printmaking, which often combined technical precision with theological themes. The inclusion of animals, such as the goat and the bear, adds a symbolic layer to the composition, representing the disruption of the natural order following the transgression. The Latin inscription at the base provides a direct reference to the biblical source, a common practice in prints intended for both devotional and educational purposes. \n\nVisscher employs a variety of hatching techniques to define form and texture, from the musculature of Adam to the rough bark of the tree. The radiant sun, containing the Hebrew tetragrammaton, serves as a source of light and divine authority, casting long shadows across the landscape. The print demonstrates the technical skill required to balance complex narrative elements within a single frame. The attention to detail, particularly in the rendering of flora and fauna, reflects the observational habits of the period. This piece offers a clear view into the visual culture of the Dutch Republic, where biblical narratives were frequently interpreted through the lens of contemporary print media.\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=\"\/en-nz\/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=\"\/en-nz\/products\/apotheosis-of-hercules-giovanni-domenico-tiepolo\" 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;\"\u003eApotheosis of Hercules - Giovanni Domenico Tiepolo — Giovanni Domenico Tiepolo\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Claes Janszoon Visscher II","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58180510056783,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58180510122319,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58180510220623,"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":58180510253391,"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":58180510318927,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58231373693263,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58231373726031,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58231373758799,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58231373791567,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58231373824335,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58231373889871,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58231373922639,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58231373988175,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58231374020943,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ XS Canvas (20x30cm) \/ -","offer_id":58231374545231,"sku":null,"price":30.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ Small Canvas (30x40cm) \/ -","offer_id":58231374577999,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58231374643535,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Zondeval-The-Fall-of-Man-_Poster_CompositorV1_1783387573576.jpg?v=1783628687"},{"product_id":"stamvaders-levi-en-juda-claes-jansz-visscher-ii","title":"Stamvaders Levi en Juda - Claes Jansz. 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His attire is ornate, featuring a plumed helmet and a cloak, which distinguishes him from the more martial appearance of Levi. The background includes a distant town and mountainous terrain, rendered with the characteristic precision of seventeenth-century Dutch printmaking. The Latin inscriptions beneath each figure provide moral and narrative commentary on their respective roles in biblical history.\n\nVisscher was a prolific publisher and printmaker in Amsterdam, known for his technical skill in combining etching with engraving to achieve varied tonal qualities. This work reflects the period's interest in biblical iconography and the use of classical artistic conventions to represent ancient figures. The lines are controlled and precise, typical of the era's approach to book illustration and independent print series. The work demonstrates a clear understanding of perspective and anatomical proportion, common in the output of the Visscher workshop. This print serves as a record of how biblical narratives were visualised for a learned audience in the early seventeenth century, balancing historical interpretation with the aesthetic standards of the Dutch Golden Age.\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=\"\/en-nz\/products\/apotheosis-of-hercules-giovanni-domenico-tiepolo\" 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;\"\u003eApotheosis of Hercules - Giovanni Domenico Tiepolo — Giovanni Domenico Tiepolo\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/samarkande-plate-6-compositions-in-the-oriental-style-emile-allain-seguy\" 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;\"\u003eSamarkande (Plate 6, Compositions in the Oriental Style) - Émile-Allain Séguy — Émile-Allain Séguy\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Claes Janszoon Visscher II","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58180518478159,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58180518543695,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58180518641999,"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":58180518674767,"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":58180518740303,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58231366517071,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58231366549839,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58231366582607,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58231366615375,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58231366648143,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58231366713679,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58231366746447,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58231366811983,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58231366844751,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ XS Canvas (20x30cm) \/ -","offer_id":58231367369039,"sku":null,"price":30.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ Small Canvas (30x40cm) \/ -","offer_id":58231367401807,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58231367467343,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Stamvaders-Levi-en-Juda_Poster_CompositorV1_1783387819442.jpg?v=1783628993"},{"product_id":"vossenjacht-the-fox-hunt-claes-jansz-visscher-ii","title":"Vossenjacht (The Fox Hunt) - Claes Jansz. 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In the background, a church spire rises above a small village, providing a sense of place typical of the period's interest in the Dutch countryside. The artist employs varied hatching techniques to define the textures of the foliage, the clothing of the hunters, and the musculature of the animals. The inclusion of a gallows in the distance adds a sombre, moralising note, often present in works of this era to remind the viewer of the transience of life or the consequences of vice.\n\nVisscher's work reflects the technical precision of the period, where printmaking served as a primary medium for the circulation of visual culture. The horizontal format allows for a narrative progression, guiding the eye from the left, where the hunt begins, to the right, where the climax of the pursuit occurs. The print demonstrates the meticulous attention to detail that defined the Dutch school, from the individual expressions of the hounds to the specific rendering of the trees and terrain. This piece offers a glimpse into the social and recreational habits of the seventeenth-century Netherlands, captured with the clarity and technical rigour for which Visscher was known.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Claes Janszoon Visscher II","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58180594467151,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58180594532687,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58180594630991,"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":58180594663759,"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":58180594729295,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58231356621135,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58231356653903,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58231356686671,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58231356719439,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58231356752207,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58231356817743,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58231356850511,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58231356916047,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58231356948815,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ XS Canvas (20x30cm) \/ -","offer_id":58231357473103,"sku":null,"price":30.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ Small Canvas (30x40cm) \/ -","offer_id":58231357505871,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58231357571407,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Vossenjacht-The-Fox-Hunt-_Poster_CompositorV1_1783388169311.jpg?v=1783629236"},{"product_id":"title-print-for-a-series-of-hunting-scenes-claes-jansz-visscher-ii","title":"Title Print for a Series of Hunting Scenes - Claes Jansz. 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The inclusion of a stag head above the cartouche and hunting dogs resting at the base reinforces the thematic focus on the pursuit of game. Visscher, known for his prolific output as a printmaker and map publisher in Amsterdam, demonstrates a high level of technical precision in this work. The etching captures the textures of the various materials, from the coarse weave of the fishing nets to the fur of the animals and the metallic sheen of the weaponry. \n\nThis print reflects the seventeenth-century Dutch interest in documenting rural pastimes and the natural world. It functions as both a decorative title page and a catalogue of the tools required for the activities depicted within the subsequent plates. The balanced, symmetrical arrangement of the objects creates a sense of order, typical of the period's approach to illustrative print series. The work provides a glimpse into the material culture of the Dutch Golden Age, where the depiction of hunting and fishing was a popular subject for both artists and collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Claes Janszoon Visscher II","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58180583326031,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58180583391567,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58180583489871,"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":58180583522639,"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":58180583588175,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58231348101455,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58231348134223,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58231348166991,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58231348199759,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58231348232527,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58231348298063,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58231348330831,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58231348396367,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58231348429135,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ XS Canvas (20x30cm) \/ -","offer_id":58231348953423,"sku":null,"price":30.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ Small Canvas (30x40cm) \/ -","offer_id":58231348986191,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58231349051727,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Title-Print-for-a-Series-of-Hunting-Scenes_Poster_CompositorV1_1783388050730.jpg?v=1783629309"},{"product_id":"berenjacht-bear-hunt-claes-jansz-visscher-ii","title":"Berenjacht (Bear Hunt) - Claes Jansz. 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This particular image demonstrates the technical skill required to balance a complex narrative within a single frame. The foreground action is immediate and chaotic, while the background recedes into a quieter, more open space where other figures continue the pursuit. The print reflects the period's fascination with the natural world and the aristocratic tradition of the hunt, which was frequently depicted in art as a display of skill and control over the wild. The inclusion of specific details, such as the varied poses of the dogs and the tension in the hunters' stances, provides a clear view of the activity. The work is a fine example of the printmaking techniques common in the Dutch Republic, where such images were widely circulated among collectors and enthusiasts of the era.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Claes Janszoon Visscher II","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58180622319951,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58180622385487,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58180622483791,"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":58180622516559,"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":58180622582095,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58231339811151,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58231339843919,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58231339876687,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58231339909455,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58231339942223,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58231340007759,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58231340040527,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58231340106063,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58231340138831,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ XS Canvas (20x30cm) \/ -","offer_id":58231340663119,"sku":null,"price":30.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ Small Canvas (30x40cm) \/ -","offer_id":58231340695887,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58231340761423,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Berenjacht-Bear-Hunt-_Poster_CompositorV1_1783388414338.jpg?v=1783629475"},{"product_id":"zwijnenjacht-boar-hunt-claes-jansz-visscher-ii","title":"Zwijnenjacht (Boar Hunt) - Claes Jansz. 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The artist employs a range of hatching techniques to create depth and texture, particularly in the rendering of the animals' coats and the dappled light filtering through the trees. Visscher was known for his ability to translate the works of other painters into print, and this piece reflects the popular interest in hunting subjects that permeated Dutch visual culture during this period. The narrative is direct, focusing on the physical struggle between the hunters and their quarry. The absence of excessive background detail allows the viewer to concentrate on the interaction between the men, the dogs, and the boars. This work provides a clear example of the printmaking traditions that flourished in the Netherlands, where such scenes were often collected for their technical skill and their depiction of aristocratic pastimes. The print remains a fine example of the narrative capacity of etching in the early seventeenth century, balancing observational detail with a sense of immediate, unfolding drama.\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=\"\/en-nz\/products\/circe-with-the-companions-of-ulysses-as-animals-giovanni-benedetto-castiglione\" 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;\"\u003eCirce with the Companions of Ulysses as Animals - Giovanni Benedetto Castiglione — Giovanni Benedetto Castiglione\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/vier-converserende-mannen-claes-jansz-visscher-ii\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eVier converserende mannen - Claes Jansz. 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This piece demonstrates his ability to translate the textures of thatch, wood, and foliage into a monochromatic medium through varied hatching and cross-hatching. The sky remains largely empty, directing the viewer's attention to the tactile qualities of the village architecture and the natural growth of the trees.\n\nThe print reflects the interest in local topography and daily life that defined the Dutch Golden Age. By documenting the modest dwellings and the quiet rhythm of rural travel, Visscher provides a glimpse into the regional character of the Netherlands during this period. The work is a fine example of the technical skill required to balance light and shadow using only the etched line, creating a sense of depth and atmosphere without the use of colour. This print is suitable for those who appreciate the historical development of European etching and the aesthetic of the seventeenth-century Dutch rural tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Claes Janszoon Visscher II","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58182479151439,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58182479216975,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58182479315279,"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":58182479348047,"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":58182479413583,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58229404991823,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58229405024591,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58229405057359,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58229405090127,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58229405122895,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58229405188431,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58229405221199,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58229405286735,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58229405319503,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ XS Canvas (20x30cm) \/ -","offer_id":58229405843791,"sku":null,"price":30.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ Small Canvas (30x40cm) \/ -","offer_id":58229405876559,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58229405942095,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/View-of-a-Village-with-a-Traveler-Sleeping_Poster_CompositorV1_1783608889542.jpg?v=1783637437"},{"product_id":"execution-of-the-conspirators-in-the-gunpowder-plot-claes-jansz-visscher","title":"Execution of the Conspirators in the Gunpowder Plot - Claes Jansz. Visscher","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed 1606 etching by Claes Jansz. Visscher documenting the public execution of the Gunpowder Plot conspirators in London.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis print by Claes Jansz. Visscher depicts the public execution of the conspirators involved in the 1605 Gunpowder Plot. Produced in the Netherlands shortly after the event, the work functions as a visual news report for a European audience. Visscher employs a wide-angle perspective to capture the chaotic scene in the Old Palace Yard at Westminster.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is divided into multiple narrative zones. In the centre, the gallows and the dismemberment of the condemned are shown with clinical precision. The surrounding square is filled with spectators, soldiers on horseback, and officials, creating a sense of crowded public spectacle. Above the scene, two allegorical figures, Iustitia (Justice) and Fama (Fame), hold a cartouche containing a Latin inscription that details the date and nature of the punishment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVisscher uses fine, controlled lines to define the architecture of the surrounding buildings and the individual figures in the crowd. The etching technique allows for a high degree of detail, from the textures of the clothing to the smoke rising from the fires. The work provides a window into the seventeenth-century practice of disseminating political news through printed media. It captures the grim reality of state-sanctioned punishment during the early modern period, reflecting the political tensions of the time. The print remains a primary visual source for historians studying the aftermath of the failed plot against King James I and the English Parliament.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Claes Janszoon Visscher II","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58512145613135,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58512145678671,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58512145776975,"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":58512145809743,"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":58512145875279,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Execution-of-the-Conspirators-in-the-Gunpowder-Plot_Poster_CompositorV1_1786445765707.jpg?v=1787107674"},{"product_id":"the-leper-house-at-haarlem-claes-jansz-visscher","title":"The Leper-House at Haarlem - Claes Jansz. Visscher","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century etching by Claes Jansz. Visscher depicting the leper-house in Haarlem, rendered with precise line work and topographical accuracy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Claes Jansz. Visscher depicts the leper-house located on the outskirts of Haarlem. Visscher, a prominent Dutch engraver and publisher, produced a series of topographical prints that documented the rural and suburban surroundings of Dutch cities during the early seventeenth century. The composition features a clear, linear perspective, typical of the period's interest in mapping the physical reality of the Netherlands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe foreground is defined by a wooden fence, which separates the viewer from the open field where figures traverse the path. A horse-drawn cart occupies the centre, while smaller figures are scattered across the middle ground. The leper-house itself, identifiable by its modest architecture and spire, sits behind a secondary enclosure. Visscher employs fine, precise lines to delineate the structures and the surrounding foliage, demonstrating his technical proficiency with the etching needle. The sky is rendered with light, parallel hatching, providing a sense of atmosphere without overwhelming the architectural subject.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuch prints were often collected in albums or sold as individual sheets to those interested in local geography and urban development. The work provides a glimpse into the social and physical organisation of Haarlem, capturing a specific institution that existed outside the city walls. The clarity of the image allows for an examination of period-appropriate dress and transport, as well as the architectural vernacular of the Dutch Golden Age. This print is a representative example of the era's focus on documenting the immediate environment through the medium of printmaking.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Claes Janszoon Visscher II","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58512291758415,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58512291823951,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58512291922255,"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":58512291955023,"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":58512292020559,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Leper-House-at-Haarlem_Poster_CompositorV1_1786446245639.jpg?v=1787108539"},{"product_id":"amsterdam-city-hall-and-the-weighing-house-claes-jansz-visscher","title":"Amsterdam City Hall and the Weighing House - Claes Jansz. Visscher","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century etching by Claes Jansz. Visscher depicting the old Amsterdam City Hall and the city's Weighing House.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Claes Jansz. Visscher presents a dual view of two significant civic structures in Amsterdam during the early seventeenth century. The composition is divided into two distinct panels, each topped with a decorative cartouche identifying the subject: the old City Hall (Het Stathuys) on the left and the Weighing House (de Waegh) on the right. Visscher, a prolific publisher and printmaker, utilised precise line work to document the urban fabric of the city at a time of rapid economic expansion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe left panel captures the verticality of the old City Hall, with its prominent spire and clock tower. The architecture reflects the traditional Dutch style of the period, characterised by stepped gables and arched porticos. Below, small figures populate the square, providing a sense of scale and daily activity. The right panel depicts the Weighing House, a structure essential to the mercantile operations of the city. The exterior staircase and the presence of goods and merchants in the foreground suggest the bustling nature of this commercial hub.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVisscher’s technique relies on clear, controlled lines to define the masonry and structural details of the buildings. The sky remains largely unworked, a common convention in topographical prints of the era, which directs the viewer's attention to the architectural forms. This print serves as a visual record of Amsterdam's civic identity before the construction of the grander City Hall on Dam Square. It provides a glimpse into the functional architecture that supported the city's trade and governance. The work is representative of the interest in cartography and urban documentation that flourished in the Netherlands during the seventeenth century, documenting the physical environment for both local residents and international observers.\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=\"\/en-nz\/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=\"\/en-nz\/products\/apotheosis-of-hercules-giovanni-domenico-tiepolo\" 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;\"\u003eApotheosis of Hercules - Giovanni Domenico Tiepolo — Giovanni Domenico Tiepolo\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Claes Janszoon Visscher II","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58512316236111,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58512316301647,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58512316399951,"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":58512316432719,"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":58512316498255,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Amsterdam-City-Hall-and-the-Weighing-House_Poster_CompositorV1_1786446485828.jpg?v=1787108652"},{"product_id":"the-road-towards-heemstede-claes-jansz-visscher","title":"The Road towards Heemstede - Claes Jansz. Visscher","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century etching by Claes Jansz. Visscher, depicting a quiet country road and farmhouse in the Dutch countryside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Claes Jansz. Visscher, titled The Road towards Heemstede, originates from the early seventeenth century. It captures a quiet, rural moment in the Dutch countryside. The composition draws the eye along a dirt path, flanked by mature trees and a rustic wooden fence. A solitary figure walks along the road, accompanied by a small group of animals, adding a sense of scale and human presence to the scene. In the background, a modest farmhouse with a thatched roof sits partially obscured by foliage, suggesting the quiet rhythm of agrarian life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVisscher, a prominent publisher and printmaker based in Amsterdam, was instrumental in the development of Dutch landscape art. His work often focused on the local topography, moving away from the imaginary, idealised vistas that dominated earlier European traditions. This piece demonstrates his technical skill with the etching needle, using varied line weights to create texture in the bark of the trees and the rough surfaces of the building. The cross-hatching and delicate strokes provide depth, while the open sky remains clear, allowing the focus to stay on the immediate surroundings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a printmaker, Visscher contributed to the dissemination of these rural motifs, which became popular among collectors of the period. The work reflects the Dutch interest in documenting their own environment with precision and affection. The print is presented here as a high-quality reproduction, capturing the fine detail of the original plate. It offers a glimpse into the aesthetic values of the Dutch Golden Age, where the humble details of a country road were considered worthy of artistic attention. The balance between the dense vegetation and the open path creates a sense of space that is characteristic of Visscher's approach to the genre.\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=\"\/en-nz\/products\/plate-39-three-standing-male-figures-jan-de-bisschop\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePlate 39: Three Standing Male Figures - Jan de Bisschop — Jan de Bisschop\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/allegory-on-the-government-of-the-city-of-amsterdam-gerard-de-lairesse\" 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;\"\u003eAllegory on the Government of the City of Amsterdam - Gerard de Lairesse — Gerard de Lairesse\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Claes Janszoon Visscher II","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58512459727183,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58512459792719,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58512459891023,"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":58512459923791,"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":58512459989327,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Road-towards-Heemstede_Poster_CompositorV1_1786446966937.jpg?v=1787109664"},{"product_id":"het-huis-te-cleef-near-haarlem-claes-jansz-visscher","title":"'Het Huis te Cleef,' near Haarlem - Claes Jansz. Visscher","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century etching by Claes Jansz. Visscher, capturing the ruins of Huis te Cleef near Haarlem with precise line work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Claes Jansz. Visscher depicts the ruins of Huis te Cleef, a site located near Haarlem. Visscher, a prominent figure in the Dutch printmaking tradition, was instrumental in the development of topographical art during the early seventeenth century. His work often focused on the specific character of the Dutch countryside, capturing both the architectural remnants of the past and the daily activities of the local population.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition presents a wide view of the ruined castle, which stands as a dominant feature against the horizon. The artist employs fine, precise lines to delineate the crumbling masonry of the tower and the surrounding walls. In the foreground, the scene is populated with figures engaged in rural tasks, including a horse-drawn cart and a traveller walking along a path. The inclusion of these elements provides a sense of scale and human presence within the historical setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVisscher utilised the etching process to achieve a delicate balance between architectural detail and atmospheric effect. The sky is rendered with light, horizontal strokes, suggesting an open expanse above the low-lying terrain. The fence in the immediate foreground acts as a framing device, drawing the viewer into the scene while maintaining a clear separation between the observer and the depicted environment. This print reflects the broader interest in local history and geography that characterised the Dutch Golden Age, where artists sought to document the familiar features of their own land. The work is a clear example of the technical proficiency and observational skill that defined Visscher's output as both an etcher and a publisher in Amsterdam.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Claes Janszoon Visscher II","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58512474210639,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58512474276175,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58512474374479,"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":58512474407247,"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":58512474472783,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Het-Huis-te-Cleef-near-Haarlem_Poster_CompositorV1_1786447230304.jpg?v=1787110453"},{"product_id":"the-road-towards-leiden-claes-jansz-visscher","title":"The Road towards Leiden - Claes Jansz. Visscher","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century etching by Claes Jansz. Visscher depicting a rural path leading toward the town of Leiden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Claes Jansz. Visscher, titled The Road towards Leiden, captures the rural character of the Dutch countryside during the early seventeenth century. Visscher was a significant figure in the print trade, operating as both an engraver and a publisher in Amsterdam. His work often focused on the immediate surroundings of his home region, providing a record of the topography and daily life of the period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition features a winding path leading the eye toward a small cluster of buildings, including a windmill, which serves as a marker of the local economy. Figures are scattered along the road, engaged in routine travel or labour, which adds a sense of human scale to the open fields. The etching technique allows for fine, precise lines that define the textures of the foliage, the wooden fences, and the distant structures. The sky remains largely unworked, which directs the viewer's attention to the ground plane and the activities occurring within the rural setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a publisher, Visscher played a role in the dissemination of topographical imagery, which became popular among collectors who valued depictions of their own country. This print is characteristic of his approach to etching, where he balanced descriptive accuracy with a clear, readable composition. The work provides a glimpse into the Dutch rural environment before the extensive urbanisation of later centuries. It is a piece that rewards close inspection, revealing the small details of costume and architecture that define the era. The print is presented here with the original plate mark, maintaining the integrity of the historical object.\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=\"\/en-nz\/products\/plate-39-three-standing-male-figures-jan-de-bisschop\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePlate 39: Three Standing Male Figures - Jan de Bisschop — Jan de Bisschop\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/allegory-on-the-government-of-the-city-of-amsterdam-gerard-de-lairesse\" 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;\"\u003eAllegory on the Government of the City of Amsterdam - Gerard de Lairesse — Gerard de Lairesse\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Claes Janszoon Visscher II","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58512494592335,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58512494657871,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58512494756175,"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":58512494788943,"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":58512494854479,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Road-towards-Leiden_Poster_CompositorV1_1786447446719.jpg?v=1787110498"},{"product_id":"the-village-of-zandvoort-claes-jansz-visscher","title":"The Village of Zandvoort - Claes Jansz. Visscher","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century etching by Claes Jansz. Visscher, capturing the rural architecture and daily life of the Dutch coastal village of Zandvoort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Claes Jansz. Visscher depicts the coastal village of Zandvoort during the early seventeenth century. Visscher, a prolific publisher and printmaker based in Amsterdam, contributed significantly to the development of Dutch topographical art. His work often focused on the specific character of the Dutch countryside, capturing the modest architecture and daily activities of rural communities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition presents a wide, open view of the village, dominated by the church spire that rises above the surrounding cottages. In the foreground, figures are engaged in the routine tasks of a fishing village, including the handling of nets. The use of fine, precise lines allows for a clear rendering of the wooden fences, the texture of the thatched roofs, and the expansive sky. Visscher employs a delicate etching technique to suggest the atmosphere of the coast, balancing the architectural elements with the human presence in the fields.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis print belongs to a period when Dutch artists began to document their own nation with greater frequency. Rather than idealising the scene, Visscher provides a grounded observation of the village structure and the rhythm of life near the sea. The work reflects the technical skill of the period, where the etcher's needle creates a sense of depth and space through varied cross-hatching and line weight. As a historical document, it offers insight into the appearance of Zandvoort before the significant urban expansion of later centuries. The print remains a clear example of the Dutch tradition of topographical recording, where the artist acts as both observer and chronicler of the local environment.\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=\"\/en-nz\/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=\"\/en-nz\/products\/landscape-pargolovo-fyodor-vasilyev-1\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eLandscape. Pargolovo - Fyodor Vasilyev — Fyodor Vasilyev\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Claes Janszoon Visscher II","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58512548528463,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58512548593999,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58512548692303,"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":58512548725071,"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":58512548790607,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Village-of-Zandvoort_Poster_CompositorV1_1786447592531.jpg?v=1787110963"},{"product_id":"outing-in-spring-claes-jansz-visscher","title":"Outing in Spring - Claes Jansz. Visscher","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century etching by Claes Jansz. Visscher depicting a group enjoying a boat trip, capturing the leisure activities of the Dutch Golden Age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Claes Jansz. Visscher, a prominent figure in the Dutch Golden Age, captures a scene of leisure during the early seventeenth century. The composition focuses on a small boat navigating a waterway, occupied by a group of figures engaged in social interaction. The artist employs fine, controlled lines to define the textures of the boat, the clothing of the passengers, and the surrounding foliage. In the background, a horse-drawn cart travels along a path, providing a sense of depth and activity within the rural setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVisscher was a prolific printmaker and publisher based in Amsterdam. His work often documented the daily life and customs of the Dutch Republic. This particular piece reflects the period interest in genre subjects, where the focus shifted from purely religious or historical themes to the observation of common activities. The technical execution demonstrates the precision characteristic of Dutch printmaking at the time, with cross-hatching used to create shadow and volume. The scene conveys a sense of calm movement, with the boat cutting through the water while the figures remain relaxed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe print is an example of the small-scale, portable art that became popular among the growing middle class in the Netherlands. Such works were often collected in albums or framed for domestic display. By depicting a seasonal outing, Visscher connects the viewer to the rhythms of rural life and the appreciation of the natural environment. The attention to detail, from the ripples in the water to the specific attire of the individuals, provides a window into the social habits of the era. This print remains a clear representation of the technical skill and thematic interests that defined Visscher's career as both an artist and a publisher of maps and prints.\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=\"\/en-nz\/products\/plate-39-three-standing-male-figures-jan-de-bisschop\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePlate 39: Three Standing Male Figures - Jan de Bisschop — Jan de Bisschop\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/allegory-on-the-government-of-the-city-of-amsterdam-gerard-de-lairesse\" 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;\"\u003eAllegory on the Government of the City of Amsterdam - Gerard de Lairesse — Gerard de Lairesse\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Claes Janszoon Visscher II","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58512573956431,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58512574021967,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58512574120271,"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":58512574153039,"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":58512574218575,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Outing-in-Spring_Poster_CompositorV1_1786448044614.jpg?v=1787111412"},{"product_id":"farms-and-bleaching-fields-claes-jansz-visscher","title":"Farms and Bleaching-Fields - Claes Jansz. Visscher","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century etching by Claes Jansz. Visscher depicting rural farm life and the traditional process of bleaching linen in the Dutch countryside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Claes Jansz. Visscher captures a quiet moment in the Dutch countryside during the early seventeenth century. Visscher, a prominent engraver and publisher based in Amsterdam, produced numerous prints that documented the rural life of the Netherlands. His work often focused on the specific activities that defined the local economy and daily routines of the period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition depicts a series of farm buildings with thatched roofs, positioned behind a field where workers are engaged in the process of bleaching linen. Bleaching was a common industry in the Dutch Republic, requiring large, open fields where fabric could be laid out to whiten under the sun. The figures in the foreground are shown performing these tasks, while a fence separates the working area from the viewer. The artist employs a variety of line weights to define the textures of the wooden structures, the foliage, and the uneven terrain of the field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVisscher utilised the etching medium to achieve a sense of atmospheric depth. The sky is filled with fine, horizontal lines that suggest a breezy day, while the birds in flight add a sense of motion to the scene. The perspective is relatively shallow, focusing the viewer's attention on the interaction between the human figures and their immediate environment. This print provides a clear look at the agricultural practices and architectural styles of the era. It avoids the idealised tropes of later periods, opting instead for a direct observation of the Dutch rural economy. The work reflects the interest in local topography and daily labour that characterised much of the print production in the Netherlands during this time.\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=\"\/en-nz\/products\/plate-39-three-standing-male-figures-jan-de-bisschop\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePlate 39: Three Standing Male Figures - Jan de Bisschop — Jan de Bisschop\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/allegory-on-the-government-of-the-city-of-amsterdam-gerard-de-lairesse\" 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;\"\u003eAllegory on the Government of the City of Amsterdam - Gerard de Lairesse — Gerard de Lairesse\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Claes Janszoon Visscher II","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58512676782415,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58512676847951,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58512676946255,"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":58512676979023,"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":58512677044559,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Farms-and-Bleaching-Fields_Poster_CompositorV1_1786448552031.jpg?v=1787112293"},{"product_id":"beacon-at-zandvoort-with-table-of-contents-claes-jansz-visscher","title":"Beacon at Zandvoort, with Table of Contents - Claes Jansz. Visscher","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century etching by Claes Jansz. Visscher, featuring a coastal beacon at Zandvoort framed by a scholarly index of Dutch locations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Claes Jansz. Visscher functions as a visual index for a series of Dutch topographical views. The composition employs a trompe l'oeil effect, framing the coastal scene of Zandvoort within a stone archway. Through this opening, the viewer observes a beacon tower emitting smoke, set against a backdrop of rolling dunes and the North Sea. The foreground ledge is cluttered with objects associated with travel and cartography, including books, a globe, and a compass, which reinforce the scholarly nature of the publication.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBelow the primary image, a structured cartouche provides a list of locations, titled 'Namen der volgen de landtschapiens'. This text serves as a guide for the accompanying series of prints, documenting specific sites such as Heemstede and Haarlem. A small figure of a fisherman, seated centrally, anchors the lower section of the design, providing a human element to the otherwise technical presentation of the Dutch countryside. Visscher, a prominent publisher and printmaker in Amsterdam, was instrumental in the dissemination of Dutch topographical art during the early seventeenth century. His work often bridged the gap between scientific documentation and artistic representation, appealing to a growing market of collectors interested in the geography of the Netherlands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe print demonstrates the precision characteristic of Visscher's output. The lines are clean and deliberate, capturing the textures of the stone architecture and the atmospheric quality of the distant coastline. This piece is not merely a map, but a curated invitation to explore the Dutch provinces through the medium of print. It remains a valuable record of seventeenth-century coastal infrastructure and the aesthetic preferences of the period, reflecting the Dutch fascination with their own territory and maritime identity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Claes Janszoon Visscher II","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58512677601615,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58512677667151,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58512677765455,"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":58512677798223,"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":58512677863759,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Beacon-at-Zandvoort-with-Table-of-Contents_Poster_CompositorV1_1786448525753.jpg?v=1787112339"},{"product_id":"fathers-inn-claes-jansz-visscher","title":"Father's Inn - Claes Jansz. Visscher","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century etching by Claes Jansz. Visscher depicting a quiet rural inn and its surroundings in the Dutch countryside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Claes Jansz. Visscher, a prominent Dutch engraver and publisher, captures a quiet moment in the rural outskirts of the Netherlands during the early seventeenth century. The composition depicts a modest inn, identifiable by its thatched roof and timber fencing, set within a flat, open field. Visscher employs fine, precise lines to delineate the textures of the wooden structures, the gnarled branches of a solitary tree, and the rustic attire of the figures in the foreground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the lower right, two individuals engage in conversation near a cart wheel, their presence providing a sense of scale to the expansive, quiet surroundings. The artist utilises a light, airy approach to the sky, allowing the focus to remain on the architectural details and the daily life of the countryside. This work belongs to a period when Dutch artists turned their attention to the immediate, observable world, moving away from the grand historical narratives of the previous century. The print reflects the technical proficiency of Visscher, who was instrumental in the production and dissemination of prints that documented the Dutch countryside. The scene is devoid of artifice, presenting a straightforward view of a rural establishment. The use of cross-hatching in the foreground adds depth to the earth, while the lighter linework in the distance suggests the vastness of the horizon. This piece is a representative example of the printmaking traditions that flourished in Amsterdam, where Visscher operated his successful publishing house. It offers a glimpse into the vernacular architecture and social habits of the era, preserved through the meticulous medium of etching.\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=\"\/en-nz\/products\/apotheosis-of-hercules-giovanni-domenico-tiepolo\" 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;\"\u003eApotheosis of Hercules - Giovanni Domenico Tiepolo — Giovanni Domenico Tiepolo\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/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\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Claes Janszoon Visscher II","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58512781541711,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58512781607247,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58512781705551,"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":58512781738319,"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":58512781803855,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Father-s-Inn_Poster_CompositorV1_1786449127108.jpg?v=1787113288"},{"product_id":"view-of-a-village-claes-jansz-visscher","title":"View of a Village - Claes Jansz. Visscher","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century etching by Claes Jansz. Visscher, depicting a quiet Dutch village scene with a stone bridge and cottage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Claes Jansz. Visscher, a prominent Dutch engraver and publisher, captures a quiet rural scene typical of the early seventeenth-century Netherlands. The composition centres on a modest cottage with a prominent chimney, set against a backdrop of trees and a rolling sky. A small stone bridge crosses a stream in the foreground, leading the eye toward the domestic architecture. Visscher employs a variety of hatching techniques to define the textures of the thatched roof, the masonry of the chimney, and the foliage of the surrounding trees. The sky is rendered with sweeping, horizontal lines that suggest the movement of clouds, a common stylistic device in Dutch printmaking of the period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVisscher was instrumental in the development of the Dutch print market, often producing series of topographical views and rural scenes that appealed to contemporary collectors. His work reflects the interest in local geography and the everyday life of the Dutch countryside that defined the era. The print displays a high degree of technical control, with the varying density of the etched lines creating a sense of depth and atmospheric light. The inclusion of the number '9' in the lower right corner suggests this work was part of a larger series or publication, likely intended for a portfolio of regional views. The scene avoids idealisation, focusing instead on the humble reality of village life. By documenting these structures with precision, Visscher provides a window into the rural environment of the Dutch Golden Age, capturing the interplay between human habitation and the natural world. This print is a fine example of the period's mastery of the etching medium, where economy of line conveys a complete sense of place.\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=\"\/en-nz\/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=\"\/en-nz\/products\/two-men-loading-a-wagon-in-the-street-johann-adam-klein\" 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;\"\u003eTwo Men Loading a Wagon in the Street - Johann Adam Klein — Johann Adam Klein\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Claes Janszoon Visscher II","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58512802808143,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58512802873679,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58512802971983,"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":58512803004751,"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":58512803070287,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/View-of-a-Village_Poster_CompositorV1_1786449671718.jpg?v=1787113524"},{"product_id":"man-with-two-pails-walking-back-to-a-farmhouse-claes-jansz-visscher","title":"Man with Two Pails Walking Back to a Farmhouse - Claes Jansz. Visscher","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century etching by Claes Jansz. Visscher depicting a lone figure returning to a rustic farmhouse, showcasing classic Dutch rural life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Claes Jansz. Visscher captures a quiet moment of rural life in the early seventeenth-century Netherlands. The composition centres on a solitary figure carrying two pails, walking towards a thatched-roof farmhouse. Visscher, a prolific printmaker and publisher based in Amsterdam, was instrumental in developing the Dutch tradition of depicting the countryside with a focus on local character and atmospheric conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe print demonstrates the technical precision typical of Visscher's work. He employs varied line weights to define the textures of the thatched roof, the rough masonry of the building, and the uneven terrain of the path. The sky is rendered with rhythmic, parallel lines that suggest a breezy day, while the birds in flight add a sense of movement to the otherwise still scene. The farmhouse itself is depicted with a sense of weathered authenticity, showing the modest reality of agricultural dwellings during this period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a publisher, Visscher played a role in the dissemination of prints that celebrated the Dutch identity through its geography and daily activities. This work belongs to a series that explores rural themes, reflecting the interest of contemporary collectors in the everyday life of the peasantry. The small scale of the figure in relation to the architecture emphasises the scale of the environment. The etching avoids idealisation, choosing instead to present a direct observation of a common task. The use of cross-hatching and contour lines creates a sense of depth, drawing the eye from the foreground figure towards the structure of the farm. This piece provides a clear example of the graphic techniques used by Dutch printmakers to convey light, shadow, and the tactile qualities of rural architecture without the need for colour.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Claes Janszoon Visscher II","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58512799924559,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58512799990095,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58512800088399,"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":58512800121167,"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":58512800186703,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Man-with-Two-Pails-Walking-Back-to-a-Farmhouse_Poster_CompositorV1_1786449515304.jpg?v=1787113573"},{"product_id":"titlepage-verscheyden-aerdige-lanthuysen-claes-jansz-visscher","title":"Titlepage (Verscheyden aerdige Lanthuysen) - Claes Jansz. Visscher","description":"\u003cp\u003eA 1620 title page etching by Claes Jansz. Visscher, featuring allegorical rural imagery and intricate cartouche design for a series by Abraham Bloemaert.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching serves as the title page for a series of prints by Abraham Bloemaert, published by the Dutch engraver and cartographer Claes Jansz. Visscher in 1620. The composition functions as an allegorical introduction to a collection of rural scenes, titled 'Verscheyden aerdige Lanthuysen'. Visscher, a central figure in the Amsterdam print trade, employed a dense, descriptive style to frame the title text within a cartouche.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe imagery draws upon the iconography of rural life. A male and female figure, representing the agrarian population, occupy the centre of the frame. They are surrounded by the tools of their trade: a scythe, a rake, a basket, and a water vessel. A horse and a cow flank the figures, grounding the scene in the reality of the Dutch countryside. The cartouche itself is decorated with grotesque elements, a common feature in Northern Mannerist design, which adds a layer of artifice to the rustic subject matter. The text clearly identifies the collaboration between Bloemaert and Visscher, noting the place of publication as Amsterdam.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe technical execution demonstrates the precision typical of Visscher's workshop. The lines are fine and controlled, allowing for a high degree of detail in the textures of the animals, the woven baskets, and the folds of the figures' clothing. The contrast between the dark, shadowed areas and the lighter, central cartouche directs the viewer's eye to the title. This print is a fine example of the commercial print culture in the Netherlands during the early seventeenth century, where artists and publishers worked in close cooperation to produce series of images for a growing market of collectors and enthusiasts. The work remains a clear record of the aesthetic preferences of the period, combining technical skill with a thematic interest in the rural environment.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Claes Janszoon Visscher II","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58512834855247,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58512834920783,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58512835019087,"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":58512835051855,"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":58512835117391,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Titlepage-Verscheyden-aerdige-Lanthuysen-_Poster_CompositorV1_1786449995903.jpg?v=1787114306"},{"product_id":"farm-buildings-with-large-dovecote-claes-jansz-visscher","title":"Farm Buildings with Large Dovecote - Claes Jansz. Visscher","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century etching by Claes Jansz. Visscher, capturing a rural Dutch farm scene with a prominent dovecote and figures at work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Claes Jansz. Visscher depicts a rural scene characteristic of the Dutch Golden Age. The composition focuses on a substantial farmhouse featuring a prominent dovecote, a structure common in the seventeenth-century Dutch countryside. Visscher employs fine, precise lines to define the architectural textures of the building, from the weathered masonry to the wooden beams.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the foreground, figures are engaged in daily labour, providing a sense of scale and human presence. A man carries a load, while another figure rests nearby, grounding the scene in the realities of agrarian life. The surrounding environment is rendered with economy, using varied hatching techniques to suggest the texture of the earth and the foliage of the nearby tree. The sky, marked by light clouds, occupies the upper portion of the frame, balancing the weight of the farmhouse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVisscher was a significant figure in the print trade in Amsterdam, known for his skill as an etcher and publisher. His work often captured the quiet, unpretentious aspects of the Dutch provinces. This print demonstrates his ability to translate the atmosphere of the countryside into a graphic medium. The use of light and shadow creates a sense of depth, drawing the eye across the yard toward the farmhouse. The work remains a clear example of the period's interest in documenting the everyday environment, moving away from the idealised subjects of earlier eras. The print is executed with a technical clarity that allows the viewer to observe the construction of the farm buildings and the surrounding landscape with precision.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Claes Janszoon Visscher II","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58512865755471,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58512865821007,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58512865919311,"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":58512865952079,"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":58512866017615,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Farm-Buildings-with-Large-Dovecote_Poster_CompositorV1_1786450566407.jpg?v=1787115050"},{"product_id":"landscape-with-judah-and-tamar-claes-jansz-visscher","title":"Landscape with Judah and Tamar - Claes Jansz. Visscher","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century etching by Claes Jansz. Visscher, depicting a biblical narrative set within a sprawling, atmospheric Dutch landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Claes Jansz. Visscher depicts a narrative scene from the Book of Genesis, specifically the encounter between Judah and Tamar. The composition follows the tradition of the world landscape, where the biblical figures are positioned in the foreground, while the surrounding environment occupies the majority of the frame. Visscher employs a high vantage point to survey a sprawling rural area, complete with a winding river, fortified structures, and distant craggy mountains.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe foreground features a dense cluster of trees on the left, framing the two figures who sit near the water. The artist uses fine, precise lines to render the foliage and the textures of the stone buildings. The middle ground transitions into a pastoral scene, where small figures and animals populate the riverbanks and paths. The background recedes into a series of atmospheric mountain ranges, demonstrating the artist's technical ability to create depth through varying line density and cross-hatching.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the base of the print, the Latin title 'IUDAS ET THAMAR COEUNT' is accompanied by extensive Dutch text, which serves to explain the moral and narrative context of the scene for the viewer. This combination of biblical subject matter and detailed topographical observation is characteristic of early seventeenth-century Dutch printmaking. The work reflects the period's interest in combining human drama with the observation of the natural world. The print is executed with a focus on clarity and descriptive detail, typical of Visscher's output as both an artist and a publisher in Amsterdam. The balanced arrangement of the composition ensures that the narrative elements remain integrated with the broader environmental setting, avoiding an over-reliance on the figures alone to carry the interest of the piece.\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=\"\/en-nz\/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=\"\/en-nz\/products\/apotheosis-of-hercules-giovanni-domenico-tiepolo\" 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;\"\u003eApotheosis of Hercules - Giovanni Domenico Tiepolo — Giovanni Domenico Tiepolo\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Claes Janszoon Visscher II","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58512940204367,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58512940269903,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58512940368207,"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":58512940400975,"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":58512940466511,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Landscape-with-Judah-and-Tamar_Poster_CompositorV1_1786450924562.jpg?v=1787115241"},{"product_id":"farmhouse-with-travelers-and-goat-in-foreground-claes-jansz-visscher","title":"Farmhouse with Travelers and Goat in Foreground - Claes Jansz. Visscher","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century etching by Claes Jansz. Visscher depicting a rustic Dutch farmhouse, travellers, and a goat in a rural setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Claes Jansz. Visscher captures a quiet moment in the Dutch countryside during the early seventeenth century. Visscher, a prominent printmaker and publisher based in Amsterdam, contributed to the development of the Dutch rural aesthetic. His work often focused on the humble architecture and daily life of the agrarian population, moving away from the grand historical narratives that dominated earlier European art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition features a rustic farmhouse with a thatched roof, rendered with precise, controlled lines. A lone goat stands near the foreground, while two figures traverse the path, providing a sense of scale and human presence. The trees are depicted with a characteristic calligraphic style, showing the influence of Flemish printmaking traditions on the Dutch school. The use of light and shadow is achieved through varied hatching techniques, creating texture on the weathered walls of the cottage and the uneven terrain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis print reflects the period interest in the local environment. Artists of this era sought to document the specificities of their surroundings, from the construction of farm buildings to the appearance of native flora. The work is devoid of overt moralising, instead offering a direct observation of rural life. The clarity of the line work and the balanced arrangement of elements demonstrate Visscher's technical proficiency as an etcher. It serves as an example of the small-scale, portable art that became popular among collectors in the Netherlands, allowing individuals to appreciate the character of the countryside within their own homes. The print remains a clear record of seventeenth-century Dutch vernacular architecture and the artistic focus on the mundane aspects of rural existence.\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=\"\/en-nz\/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=\"\/en-nz\/products\/winter-landscape-with-milkmaids-anton-mauve\" 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;\"\u003eWinter Landscape with Milkmaids - Anton Mauve — Anton Mauve\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Claes Janszoon Visscher II","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58512962060623,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58512962126159,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58512962224463,"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":58512962257231,"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":58512962322767,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Farmhouse-with-Travelers-and-Goat-in-Foreground_Poster_CompositorV1_1786451793753.jpg?v=1787116126"},{"product_id":"estuary-landscape-with-two-ships-a-building-at-right-claes-jansz-visscher","title":"Estuary Landscape with Two Ships, a Building at Right - Claes Jansz. 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The sky is filled with sweeping cloud formations, a common motif in Dutch marine art of the period, which helps to establish a sense of atmosphere and movement across the scene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVisscher employed a variety of hatching techniques to define the textures of the water, the rough terrain, and the wooden structures. The print demonstrates the technical proficiency required for etching, where the artist uses acid to bite lines into a metal plate. This method allowed for a fluid, sketch-like quality that distinguishes his work from the more rigid engravings of the era. The presence of figures in the foreground provides a sense of scale, grounding the viewer in the daily life of a maritime community. The work reflects the broader interest in topographical and maritime subjects that defined the Dutch Golden Age, offering a glimpse into the regional character of the Low Countries during the early 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=\"\/en-nz\/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=\"\/en-nz\/products\/river-landscape-at-sunset-aert-van-der-neer\" 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;\"\u003eRiver Landscape at Sunset - Aert van der Neer — Aert van der Neer\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Claes Janszoon Visscher II","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58512960553295,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58512960618831,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58512960717135,"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":58512960749903,"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":58512960815439,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Estuary-Landscape-with-Two-Ships-a-Building-at-Right_Poster_CompositorV1_1786451646398.jpg?v=1787116355"},{"product_id":"ramshackle-hut-with-thatched-roof-claes-jansz-visscher","title":"Ramshackle Hut with Thatched Roof - Claes Jansz. Visscher","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed etching by Claes Jansz. Visscher depicting a rural Dutch cottage with a thatched roof, rendered with precise line work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Claes Jansz. Visscher captures a modest, rural scene typical of the Dutch Golden Age. The composition focuses on a dilapidated cottage with a heavy, textured thatched roof, positioned beneath the boughs of mature trees. Visscher employs precise, rhythmic line work to define the weathered timber of the structure and the organic mass of the foliage. A small figure is visible in the foreground, providing a sense of scale to the humble dwelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring the early seventeenth century, Dutch printmakers frequently turned their attention to the countryside, moving away from purely religious or mythological subjects. Visscher was a central figure in this shift, operating as both an artist and a prolific publisher in Amsterdam. His work often reflects a fascination with the vernacular architecture of the Netherlands, documenting the textures of rural life with a keen eye for detail. The etching technique allows for a high degree of control, enabling the artist to render the contrast between the rough thatch and the surrounding open space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis print belongs to a broader tradition of topographical and genre studies that circulated widely among collectors of the period. The clarity of the line work and the balanced composition demonstrate Visscher's technical proficiency. By focusing on the mundane aspects of rural existence, the artist provides a window into the everyday environment of the Dutch provinces. The work remains a clear example of the period's interest in naturalism and the documentation of the local environment, presented here with the characteristic precision of a master etcher.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Claes Janszoon Visscher II","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58512970023247,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58512970088783,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58512970187087,"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":58512970219855,"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":58512970285391,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Ramshackle-Hut-with-Thatched-Roof_Poster_CompositorV1_1786452124827.jpg?v=1787116484"},{"product_id":"farm-with-pond-and-two-figures-in-foreground-claes-jansz-visscher","title":"Farm with Pond and Two Figures in Foreground - Claes Jansz. Visscher","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed 17th-century etching by Claes Jansz. Visscher depicting a quiet Dutch farmstead and figures by a pond.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Claes Jansz. Visscher captures a rural scene typical of the Dutch Golden Age. The composition focuses on a modest farmstead, complete with a thatched roof and a smoking chimney, positioned beside a quiet pond. In the foreground, two figures are depicted near the water, providing a sense of scale and human presence within the rural environment. Visscher, a prolific printmaker and publisher based in Amsterdam, was instrumental in the development of the Dutch print market. His work often explored the vernacular architecture and countryside of the Netherlands, moving away from the grand historical subjects that dominated earlier periods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe technique employed here demonstrates the precision of the etching process. Fine, controlled lines define the textures of the trees, the thatched roof, and the ripples on the water. The artist uses cross-hatching to create depth and shadow, particularly in the foliage and the darker areas of the farm buildings. The sky remains largely unworked, which allows the viewer to focus on the architectural and natural elements of the scene. This approach reflects the period's interest in observational drawing and the documentation of everyday life. The print is characteristic of Visscher's output, which often featured small-scale, detailed views that were highly collectable during the seventeenth century. By focusing on the mundane aspects of rural existence, the artist provides a glimpse into the social and physical environment of the era. The work remains a clear example of the technical skill and thematic interests that defined the Dutch printmaking tradition during this 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=\"\/en-nz\/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=\"\/en-nz\/products\/view-in-the-vicinity-of-st-petersburg-ivan-shishkin\" 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;\"\u003eView in the Vicinity of St. Petersburg - Ivan Shishkin — Ivan Shishkin\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Claes Janszoon Visscher II","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58512996532559,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58512996598095,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58512996696399,"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":58512996729167,"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":58512996794703,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Farm-with-Pond-and-Two-Figures-in-Foreground_Poster_CompositorV1_1786452484857.jpg?v=1787117266"},{"product_id":"two-travelers-headed-into-a-village-claes-jansz-visscher","title":"Two Travelers Headed into a Village - Claes Jansz. Visscher","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century etching by Claes Jansz. Visscher depicting two travellers approaching a rural Dutch village.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Claes Jansz. Visscher captures a quiet moment of rural life in the seventeenth-century Netherlands. The composition centres on two figures walking along a path, their forms rendered with precise, economical lines. They move towards a small village, where the architecture of thatched cottages and a distant church spire define the horizon. To the left, a figure climbs a ladder against a stone structure, adding a sense of human activity to the scene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVisscher, a prolific publisher and printmaker based in Amsterdam, was instrumental in the development of Dutch printmaking. His work often focused on the topography and daily life of the Dutch countryside. This particular print demonstrates his ability to create atmospheric depth through varied line weights and cross-hatching. The foreground features a gnarled tree stump, which provides a textural contrast to the smoother, more distant village buildings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe print reflects the broader interest in local subject matter that defined the Dutch Golden Age. Rather than focusing on grand historical or mythological themes, Visscher turned his attention to the mundane realities of travel and rural existence. The etching technique allows for a high degree of detail, from the texture of the thatched roofs to the subtle shading on the travellers' clothing. This work offers a glimpse into the visual culture of the period, where the observation of one's immediate surroundings became a primary subject for artistic exploration. The print is presented here with the clarity and precision of the original plate, capturing the character of Visscher's line work and the composition of the original etching.\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=\"\/en-nz\/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=\"\/en-nz\/products\/landschap-met-khoikhoi-die-jagen-op-elanden-jan-caspar-philips\" 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;\"\u003eLandschap met Khoikhoi die jagen op elanden - Jan Caspar Philips — Jan Caspar Philips\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Claes Janszoon Visscher II","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58512994042191,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58512994107727,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58512994206031,"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":58512994238799,"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":58512994304335,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Two-Travelers-Headed-into-a-Village_Poster_CompositorV1_1786452668526.jpg?v=1787117476"},{"product_id":"farm-with-reclining-shepherd-and-sheep-in-foreground-claes-jansz-visscher","title":"Farm with Reclining Shepherd and Sheep in Foreground - Claes Jansz. Visscher","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century etching by Claes Jansz. Visscher depicting a quiet rural scene with a shepherd resting near a traditional Dutch farmhouse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Claes Jansz. Visscher captures a quiet moment in the Dutch countryside. Visscher, a prominent printmaker and publisher based in Amsterdam, produced numerous series of prints that documented the rural life of the Netherlands during the early seventeenth century. His work often focused on the modest architecture of farm buildings and the daily activities of those who worked the land.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition centres on a thatched-roof farmhouse, rendered with precise, controlled lines that define the texture of the wood and the weathered thatch. To the left, a cluster of trees provides a vertical counterpoint to the low-slung structure. In the foreground, a shepherd rests on the ground, accompanied by sheep, creating a sense of pastoral stillness. The artist employs varied hatching techniques to suggest light and shadow, giving the scene a tactile quality despite the absence of colour. The horizon line is kept low, allowing the sky to occupy a significant portion of the frame, which is typical of the period's interest in atmospheric effects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuch prints were widely collected during the Dutch Golden Age, appealing to a public that valued depictions of their own national identity and the simplicity of rural existence. Visscher's ability to imbue a humble scene with a sense of calm observation demonstrates his technical skill as an etcher. The print reflects the broader interest in topographical and genre subjects that defined much of the print production in the Northern Netherlands during this era. This museum-grade reproduction preserves the fine line work and tonal balance of the original etching, offering a clear view into the aesthetic priorities of the seventeenth-century Dutch print market.\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=\"\/en-nz\/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=\"\/en-nz\/products\/landschap-met-ruitergevecht-jan-van-huchtenburg\" 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;\"\u003eLandschap met ruitergevecht - Jan van Huchtenburg — Jan van Huchtenburgh\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Claes Janszoon Visscher II","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58513014784335,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58513014849871,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58513014948175,"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":58513014980943,"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":58513015046479,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Farm-with-Reclining-Shepherd-and-Sheep-in-Foreground_Poster_CompositorV1_1786453211254.jpg?v=1787117943"},{"product_id":"view-of-a-farmstead-with-a-large-dovecote-claes-jansz-visscher","title":"View of a Farmstead with a Large Dovecote - Claes Jansz. Visscher","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century etching by Claes Jansz. Visscher, depicting a traditional Dutch farmstead with a prominent dovecote.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Claes Jansz. Visscher captures a quiet moment in the Dutch countryside during the early seventeenth century. Visscher, a prominent printmaker and publisher based in Amsterdam, produced numerous series of topographical and rural views that documented the appearance of the Low Countries. His work often focused on the vernacular architecture of the region, including farmsteads, barns, and dovecotes, which were common features of rural life at the time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is defined by a clear, linear approach to the subject matter. The farmstead, with its distinctive stepped gables and thatched roofs, occupies the centre of the frame. A prominent dovecote sits adjacent to the main structure, with birds depicted in flight above the roofline. The foreground consists of a simple, unpaved path that leads the eye toward the buildings, while the sky remains largely open, filled with light, horizontal hatching that suggests a breezy day. The artist employs a variety of etching techniques to differentiate textures, from the rough thatch of the roofs to the solid masonry of the walls and the delicate foliage of the surrounding trees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike the more dramatic, atmospheric works of his contemporaries, Visscher’s approach here is observational and precise. He records the physical reality of the farmstead with a focus on clarity and structural detail. This print belongs to a broader tradition of Dutch printmaking that sought to celebrate the local environment and the everyday activities of rural inhabitants. The inclusion of the number 11 in the lower right corner indicates that this image was originally part of a larger series or collection of prints, likely intended for a portfolio or a topographical album. The work offers a glimpse into the rural architecture of the period, preserved through the medium of fine-line etching.\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=\"\/en-nz\/products\/plate-39-three-standing-male-figures-jan-de-bisschop\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePlate 39: Three Standing Male Figures - Jan de Bisschop — Jan de Bisschop\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/allegory-on-the-government-of-the-city-of-amsterdam-gerard-de-lairesse\" 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;\"\u003eAllegory on the Government of the City of Amsterdam - Gerard de Lairesse — Gerard de Lairesse\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Claes Janszoon Visscher II","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58513028448591,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58513028514127,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58513028612431,"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":58513028645199,"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":58513028710735,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/View-of-a-Farmstead-with-a-Large-Dovecote_Poster_CompositorV1_1786453566499.jpg?v=1787118088"},{"product_id":"shepherd-and-his-flock-with-farm-buildings-claes-jansz-visscher","title":"Shepherd and His Flock with Farm Buildings - Claes Jansz. Visscher","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century etching by Claes Jansz. Visscher depicting a shepherd resting near farm buildings in the Dutch countryside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Claes Jansz. Visscher captures a quiet moment in the Dutch countryside. The composition focuses on a shepherd resting in the foreground, accompanied by his flock, while a cluster of farm buildings occupies the middle ground. Visscher, a prolific printmaker and publisher based in Amsterdam, was instrumental in the development of the Dutch rural print tradition. His work often prioritised the depiction of everyday life and the specific character of the local environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe technique displays the characteristic precision of seventeenth-century Dutch printmaking. Fine, controlled lines define the textures of the thatched roofs, the rough bark of the trees, and the undulating terrain. The artist employs cross-hatching to create depth and shadow, particularly on the walls of the buildings and the ground beneath the shepherd. The scene is devoid of grand narrative, instead offering a direct observation of rural existence. The inclusion of the small figure near the house adds a sense of scale and human activity to the otherwise still environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a publisher, Visscher was responsible for disseminating the work of many other artists, yet his own etchings remain notable for their clarity and observational quality. This print reflects the period's interest in the immediate surroundings, moving away from the idealised compositions of earlier eras. The work is printed on paper that shows the natural ageing process, which adds to its historical character. It serves as a clear example of the graphic arts during the early Dutch Golden Age, where the focus shifted toward the documentation of the familiar and the mundane. The print is a study in line and tone, demonstrating the technical proficiency required to convey atmospheric depth through the medium of etching alone.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Claes Janszoon Visscher II","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58513026056527,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58513026122063,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58513026220367,"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":58513026253135,"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":58513026318671,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Shepherd-and-His-Flock-with-Farm-Buildings_Poster_CompositorV1_1786453326135.jpg?v=1787118146"},{"product_id":"farm-building-with-resting-youth-and-wheatfield-claes-jansz-visscher","title":"Farm Building with Resting Youth and Wheatfield - Claes Jansz. Visscher","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century etching by Claes Jansz. Visscher depicting a rural farmstead and a resting figure in the Dutch countryside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Claes Jansz. Visscher captures a quiet moment in the Dutch countryside. The composition centres on a modest, thatched-roof farm building, partially obscured by mature trees. In the foreground, a figure rests near a small fire, providing a sense of scale and human presence within the rural setting. The artist employs precise, controlled lines to define the textures of the foliage, the rough thatch of the roof, and the undulating terrain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVisscher was a significant figure in the seventeenth-century Dutch print market, operating as both an engraver and a publisher in Amsterdam. His work often focused on the topography and daily life of the Netherlands, contributing to the development of a distinct national identity in art. This print reflects the period's interest in naturalistic observation, where the humble aspects of rural existence were documented with technical clarity. The use of hatching and cross-hatching creates depth, guiding the viewer's eye from the resting figure in the foreground toward the farmstead and the distant horizon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a publisher, Visscher played a role in disseminating the works of other artists, yet his own etchings demonstrate a keen eye for the atmospheric qualities of the Dutch environment. The print avoids excessive ornamentation, favouring a direct representation of the scene. The inclusion of the number 12 in the lower right corner suggests this piece was part of a larger series or collection of topographical studies. This print offers a glimpse into the aesthetic values of the Dutch Golden Age, where the simple beauty of a farmstead was considered a worthy subject for artistic study. It remains a clear example of the technical proficiency and observational focus characteristic of Visscher's output.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Claes Janszoon Visscher II","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58513071538511,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58513071604047,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58513071702351,"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":58513071735119,"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":58513071800655,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Farm-Building-with-Resting-Youth-and-Wheatfield_Poster_CompositorV1_1786453711831.jpg?v=1787118467"},{"product_id":"hut-with-dilapidated-roof-three-figures-to-left-claes-jansz-visscher","title":"Hut with Dilapidated Roof, Three Figures to Left - Claes Jansz. Visscher","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed 17th-century etching by Claes Jansz. Visscher depicting a rustic cottage and figures in the Dutch countryside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Claes Jansz. Visscher captures a rural scene typical of the Dutch Golden Age. The composition focuses on a rustic cottage, its thatched roof in a state of disrepair, suggesting the humble conditions of the countryside. Visscher employs precise, controlled lines to define the textures of the weathered wood, the uneven thatch, and the surrounding terrain. To the left, three figures are depicted in mid-stride, providing a sense of scale and human presence within the quiet, open environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVisscher was a significant figure in the Dutch printmaking trade, operating as both an artist and a publisher in Amsterdam. His work often explored the rural surroundings of the Netherlands, documenting the vernacular architecture and daily life of the period. The etching technique allows for a high degree of detail, particularly in the rendering of the sky and the gnarled tree, which frame the central structure. The contrast between the solid, grounded cottage and the sweeping, etched lines of the clouds creates a balanced visual narrative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis print reflects the interest in topographical and genre subjects that occupied many Dutch artists during the early 17th century. By choosing to depict a modest, decaying dwelling rather than an idealized structure, Visscher provides a direct observation of the rural reality of his time. The work is marked with the number 22 in the lower right corner, indicating its origin as part of a larger series or collection of prints. The clarity of the line work and the careful attention to light and shadow demonstrate the technical proficiency associated with Visscher's workshop. This piece offers a glimpse into the aesthetic priorities of the era, where the simple, unadorned aspects of the natural world were subjects of artistic merit.\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=\"\/en-nz\/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=\"\/en-nz\/products\/gezicht-op-enkele-huizen-en-een-kerktoren-bij-hilversum-hendrik-abraham-klinkhamer\" 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;\"\u003eGezicht op enkele huizen en een kerktoren bij Hilversum - Hendrik Abraham Klinkhamer — Hendrik Abraham Klinkhamer\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Claes Janszoon Visscher II","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58513100865871,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58513100931407,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58513101029711,"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":58513101062479,"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":58513101128015,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Hut-with-Dilapidated-Roof-Three-Figures-to-Left_Poster_CompositorV1_1786453867635.jpg?v=1787118624"},{"product_id":"pumpkins-claes-jansz-visscher","title":"Pumpkins - Claes Jansz. Visscher","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed 17th-century etching by Claes Jansz. Visscher depicting a rural scene with pumpkins and foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Claes Jansz. Visscher captures a rural scene with a focus on botanical detail. Visscher, a prominent Dutch engraver and publisher, was active during the early 17th century. His work often documented the natural world and the countryside surrounding Haarlem and Amsterdam. This piece demonstrates his technical precision in the medium of etching, where he employs varied line weights to define the textures of foliage and produce.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is anchored by a cluster of pumpkins and leafy greens in the foreground. These elements are rendered with a high degree of observation, showing the crinkled edges of leaves and the rounded forms of the gourds. Behind this botanical arrangement, a gnarled tree trunk provides a structural frame for the scene. In the distance, a small cottage is visible, suggesting a quiet, agrarian setting. A solitary figure with a staff appears on the left, adding a sense of scale and human presence to the rural environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVisscher was known for his contributions to the development of Dutch printmaking. His ability to balance the foreground detail with the atmospheric depth of the background reflects the aesthetic priorities of the period. The print exhibits the characteristic cross-hatching and fine line work typical of the era, which creates a sense of volume and shadow without the need for colour. This work is a fine example of the period's interest in the observation of nature and the depiction of everyday life in the Dutch Republic. The print is presented on high-quality paper, preserving the clarity of the original etched lines.\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=\"\/en-nz\/products\/dog-tiffon-johann-adam-klein\" 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;\"\u003eDog, Tiffon - Johann Adam Klein — Johann Adam Klein\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/allegory-on-the-government-of-the-city-of-amsterdam-gerard-de-lairesse\" 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;\"\u003eAllegory on the Government of the City of Amsterdam - Gerard de Lairesse — Gerard de Lairesse\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Claes Janszoon Visscher II","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58513102078287,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58513102143823,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58513102242127,"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":58513102274895,"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":58513102340431,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Pumpkins_Poster_CompositorV1_1786453925175.jpg?v=1787118763"},{"product_id":"shed-with-goat-dog-and-shepherd-claes-jansz-visscher","title":"Shed with Goat, Dog, and Shepherd - Claes Jansz. Visscher","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century etching by Claes Jansz. Visscher depicting a rustic thatched shed, a shepherd, and his animals in the Dutch countryside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Claes Jansz. Visscher captures a quiet moment in the Dutch countryside. The composition centres on a modest, thatched-roof shed, rendered with precise line work that defines the texture of the straw and the weathered timber structure. To the left, a gnarled tree leans over the building, its foliage etched with fine, rhythmic strokes that suggest movement against the sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the foreground, a shepherd stands with a staff, accompanied by a dog and a goat. These figures provide a sense of scale and narrative, grounding the scene in the daily reality of rural life. The background opens into a simplified horizon, where distant structures and rolling terrain are suggested through minimal, clean lines. Visscher, a prolific publisher and printmaker based in Amsterdam, was instrumental in the development of the Dutch landscape tradition. His approach here avoids excessive ornamentation, focusing instead on the clarity of form and the atmospheric quality of the light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis print reflects the interest of seventeenth-century Dutch artists in the humble aspects of their environment. By elevating a simple farm structure to the subject of an etching, Visscher documents the vernacular architecture and pastoral customs of the period. The work is typical of his graphic style, which relies on a controlled use of hatching and cross-hatching to create depth and shadow. The paper retains its original character, with the plate mark visible, offering a clear view of the artist's technical precision. This piece is a representative example of the small-scale, portable prints that circulated widely among collectors and enthusiasts during the Dutch Golden Age, providing a window into the rural life that existed alongside the burgeoning urban centres of the Netherlands.\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=\"\/en-nz\/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=\"\/en-nz\/products\/bedevaart-op-weg-naar-onze-lieve-vrouw-van-scherpenheuvel-jan-caspar-philips\" 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;\"\u003eBedevaart op weg naar Onze Lieve Vrouw van Scherpenheuvel - Jan Caspar Philips — Jan Caspar Philips\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Claes Janszoon Visscher II","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58513108205903,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58513108271439,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58513108369743,"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":58513108402511,"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":58513108468047,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Shed-with-Goat-Dog-and-Shepherd_Poster_CompositorV1_1786454165490.jpg?v=1787118880"},{"product_id":"two-travelers-crossing-a-bridge-toward-a-farm-on-the-right-claes-jansz-visscher","title":"Two Travelers Crossing a Bridge toward a Farm on the Right - Claes Jansz. Visscher","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn early seventeenth-century Dutch etching by Claes Jansz. Visscher, depicting two travellers crossing a wooden bridge near a rural farmstead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Claes Jansz. Visscher captures a quiet moment in the Dutch countryside. The composition focuses on a wooden bridge spanning a narrow waterway, where two figures walk toward a rustic farmstead. Visscher, a prominent publisher and printmaker based in Amsterdam, possessed a keen eye for the rural vernacular of the early seventeenth century. His work often documented the modest architecture and natural surroundings of the Netherlands, providing a visual record of the period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe technique displays the characteristic precision of the era. Visscher employs varied line weights to define the gnarled trunks of the trees and the textures of the thatched roof. The cross-hatching creates depth within the foliage and shadows, while the open space of the water provides a visual pause. The figures are rendered with minimal detail, yet they provide a sense of scale and narrative movement to the scene. The farm building, with its simple construction, sits naturally within the environment, reflecting the artist's interest in the everyday life of the rural population.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a printmaker, Visscher was instrumental in the dissemination of topographical and rural imagery. His prints were collected widely, influencing the development of Dutch printmaking throughout the century. This particular work demonstrates his ability to balance technical control with a naturalistic observation of light and form. The print is presented here with the original plate marks visible, maintaining the integrity of the historical object. It offers a glimpse into the aesthetic priorities of the Dutch Golden Age, where the depiction of the local environment became a subject of artistic merit in its own right. The composition remains balanced, drawing the eye from the foreground bridge toward the distant, softly rendered horizon.\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=\"\/en-nz\/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=\"\/en-nz\/products\/landscape-with-a-windmill-jacob-van-ruisdael\" 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;\"\u003eLandscape with a Windmill - Jacob van Ruisdael — Jacob van Ruisdael\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Claes Janszoon Visscher II","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58513166926159,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58513166991695,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58513167089999,"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":58513167122767,"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":58513167188303,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Two-Travelers-Crossing-a-Bridge-toward-a-Farm-on-the-Right_Poster_CompositorV1_1786454764281.jpg?v=1787119586"},{"product_id":"farm-buildings-with-man-exiting-a-door-claes-jansz-visscher","title":"Farm Buildings with Man Exiting a Door - Claes Jansz. Visscher","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century etching by Claes Jansz. Visscher depicting a rural Dutch farmstead and a solitary figure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Claes Jansz. Visscher captures a quiet moment in the Dutch countryside during the early seventeenth century. The composition focuses on humble farm structures, characterised by their thatched roofs and weathered timber walls. A small figure is visible emerging from the doorway of the primary building, providing a sense of scale and human presence within the rural setting. Visscher employs a precise, linear technique to define the textures of the thatch, the gnarled trees, and the uneven ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe work belongs to a period when Dutch artists turned their attention toward the immediate, everyday reality of their own surroundings. Rather than idealising the rural environment, Visscher presents the farmstead with an unvarnished honesty. The etching technique allows for a high degree of control, enabling the artist to create varied tonal effects through cross-hatching and line density. This is particularly evident in the rendering of the shadows beneath the eaves and the foliage of the trees, which frame the buildings against a lightly sketched sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a publisher and printmaker, Visscher was instrumental in disseminating the aesthetic values of the Dutch Golden Age. His work often reflects a keen observation of nature and the vernacular architecture of the Netherlands. This print offers a glimpse into the modest living conditions of the era, stripped of artifice. The inclusion of the number 18 in the lower corner suggests this piece was part of a larger series or collection of topographical and rural studies. The print is presented on high-quality archival paper, preserving the fine lines and subtle contrasts of the original copperplate impression.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Claes Janszoon Visscher II","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58513179181391,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58513179246927,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58513179345231,"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":58513179377999,"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":58513179443535,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Farm-Buildings-with-Man-Exiting-a-Door_Poster_CompositorV1_1786455124354.jpg?v=1787120140"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.com\/en-nz\/collections\/claes-janszoon-visscher-ii.oembed","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}