{"title":"Hendrik Hondius I","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"waarheid-beschermt-de-gelovige-tegen-al-het-kwaad-hendrick-hondius-i","title":"Waarheid beschermt de gelovige tegen al het kwaad - Hendrick Hondius (I)","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed 16th-century engraving by Hendrick Hondius (I) depicting the allegorical struggle between Truth and various personified vices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Hendrick Hondius (I) presents a complex allegorical scene rooted in the moral and religious climate of the late sixteenth-century Netherlands. The composition depicts the personification of Truth (Veritas) standing firm against a barrage of arrows fired by figures representing various vices. These antagonists, clearly labelled in the print, include Hypocrisy (Hypocrisis), Falsehood (Mendacium), and Ignorance (Ignorantia). The figure of Truth is shown protected by a large shield, deflecting the projectiles that threaten the believer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHondius employs the stylistic conventions of Northern Mannerism, characterised by elongated figures, dramatic tension, and a high degree of graphic detail. The anatomy of the figures, particularly the satyr-like representation of Hypocrisy, reflects the period's interest in classical motifs blended with moralising Christian iconography. The use of hatching and cross-hatching creates a sense of volume and texture, typical of the sophisticated printmaking techniques developed in the Dutch Republic during this era. The background, featuring a simplified architectural element and a tree, serves to frame the central conflict without distracting from the symbolic narrative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a master of the burin, Hondius demonstrates technical precision in the rendering of the bows, the folds of drapery, and the subtle expressions of the figures. The print functions as a visual sermon, intended to instruct the viewer on the necessity of faith and truth in the face of deceit. The clear labelling of the vices suggests an educational purpose, common in the didactic art of the time. This work provides insight into the intellectual preoccupations of the Dutch Golden Age, where art often served as a vehicle for philosophical and theological discourse. The print remains a fine example of the narrative power inherent in early modern engraving, capturing a moment of spiritual resilience through a highly structured and symbolic visual language.\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\/all-conquering-death-who-pierces-all-mankind-with-arrows-boetius-adamsz-bolswert\" 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;\"\u003eAll-Conquering Death, Who Pierces All Mankind with Arrows - Boetius Adamsz. Bolswert — Boetius Adamsz. Bolswert\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/boar-hunt-with-sea-turtle-fish-and-bird-adriaen-collaert\" 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;\"\u003eBoar Hunt, with Sea Turtle, Fish, and Bird - Adriaen Collaert — Adriaen Collaert\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hendrik Hondius I","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58434412216655,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58434412282191,"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":58434412380495,"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":58434412413263,"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":58434412478799,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Waarheid-beschermt-de-gelovige-tegen-al-het-kwaad_Poster_CompositorV1_1786187461724.jpg?v=1786311539"},{"product_id":"fort-met-verdedigingswerken-van-tholen-aan-de-schelde-hendrick-hondius-i","title":"Fort met verdedigingswerken van Tholen aan de Schelde - Hendrick Hondius (I)","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century etching by Hendrick Hondius (I) depicting the defensive fortifications of Tholen along the Schelde river.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Hendrick Hondius (I) depicts the fortifications of Tholen, a town situated along the Schelde river. As a prominent Dutch engraver and publisher, Hondius was instrumental in the dissemination of topographical views during the early seventeenth century. The work captures the military architecture of the period, showing the earthen ramparts, defensive walls, and the strategic positioning of the fort relative to the water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is organised with a clear horizontal focus, balancing the heavy masonry of the fort on the left with the expansive, calm surface of the river. Small figures are visible both on the ramparts and in a small boat in the foreground, providing a sense of scale to the defensive structures. The artist employs fine, precise lines to delineate the textures of the stone walls and the gentle ripples on the water. The sky is rendered with subtle, parallel hatching, which creates a sense of atmospheric depth without distracting from the primary subject matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTopographical prints of this nature were often produced to document the changing geography of the Netherlands, particularly during the Eighty Years' War. They served as both records of military engineering and as collectible items for those interested in the geography of the Low Countries. The inclusion of the inscription 'Ter-Tolen' and the numbering at the top suggest this print was part of a larger series or atlas. The work remains a clear example of the technical proficiency found in Dutch printmaking during this era, where the marriage of cartographic accuracy and artistic observation was highly valued. This print offers a glimpse into the defensive strategies of the time, presented through the disciplined hand of one of the period's most active printmakers.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hendrik Hondius I","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58434519728463,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58434519793999,"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":58434519892303,"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":58434519925071,"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":58434519990607,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Fort-met-verdedigingswerken-van-Tholen-aan-de-Schelde_Poster_CompositorV1_1786187811277.jpg?v=1786311898"},{"product_id":"tempel-van-diana-hendrick-hondius-i","title":"Tempel van Diana - Hendrick Hondius (I)","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century etching by Hendrick Hondius (I) depicting the ruins of the Temple of Diana in Rome, complete with visible perspective lines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Hendrick Hondius (I) depicts the ruins of the Temple of Diana in Rome, presented within a circular frame. Hondius, a Dutch engraver and publisher active in The Hague, was known for his technical precision and his interest in architectural perspective. The work demonstrates the period's fascination with classical antiquity and the remnants of Roman structures, which were frequently documented by Northern European artists during the seventeenth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is structured around clear geometric lines, with the artist explicitly marking the horizon line and vanishing points directly onto the image. This inclusion provides insight into the mathematical approach to perspective that defined the era's artistic training. The ruins themselves are rendered with fine, controlled lines that capture the weathered texture of the stone and the encroaching vegetation. Small figures and animals are placed in the foreground, providing a sense of scale against the monumental architecture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a print, this work reflects the dissemination of classical knowledge through the medium of engraving. The circular format, or tondo, focuses the viewer's attention on the interplay between the decaying structure and the surrounding environment. The etching is part of a broader tradition of architectural documentation, where the artist acts as both observer and educator, demonstrating the mechanics of sight alongside the subject matter. The print remains a clear example of the technical rigour applied to topographical and architectural subjects during the Dutch Golden Age, offering a view into how seventeenth-century artists interpreted the classical past through the lens of contemporary perspective theory.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hendrik Hondius I","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58434720760143,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58434720825679,"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":58434720923983,"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":58434720956751,"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":58434721022287,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Tempel-van-Diana_Poster_CompositorV1_1786191876545.jpg?v=1786314899"},{"product_id":"baden-van-diocletianus-met-arcade-hendrick-hondius-i","title":"Baden van Diocletianus, met arcade - Hendrick Hondius (I)","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century etching by Hendrick Hondius (I) depicting the ruins of the Baths of Diocletian in Rome within a circular frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Hendrick Hondius (I) captures the ruins of the Baths of Diocletian in Rome. Hondius, a prominent Dutch engraver and publisher, produced this work during a period when European artists were fascinated by the remnants of classical antiquity. The circular composition frames the massive, crumbling masonry of the Roman structure, allowing the viewer to observe the scale of the ancient architecture against the small figures positioned in the foreground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe print demonstrates the technical precision characteristic of the Dutch Golden Age. Hondius employs varied line weights to define the textures of weathered stone, overgrown vegetation, and the deep shadows within the vaulted arches. The use of a circular frame, or tondo, focuses the eye on the interplay between light and shadow across the ruins. The inclusion of geometric lines, such as the horizon and perspective markers, suggests that this print served an educational purpose, perhaps as a model for students of architecture or perspective drawing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a document of the seventeenth-century European perspective on Rome, this work reflects the era's interest in documenting historical sites. The ruins are depicted with a sense of quiet decay, where nature begins to reclaim the man-made environment. The contrast between the monumental scale of the Roman arches and the human presence at the base provides a sense of proportion. This print is a fine example of how seventeenth-century printmakers translated the grandeur of Roman architecture into a portable, accessible format for collectors and scholars across Europe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/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":"Hendrik Hondius I","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58434677080399,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58434677145935,"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":58434677244239,"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":58434677277007,"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":58434677342543,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Baden-van-Diocletianus-met-arcade_Poster_CompositorV1_1786191639700.jpg?v=1786314985"},{"product_id":"colosseum-with-golfers-hendrick-hondius-i","title":"Colosseum with Golfers - Hendrick Hondius (I)","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century etching by Hendrick Hondius (I) depicting the ruins of the Roman Colosseum with figures playing golf in the foreground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Hendrick Hondius (I) depicts the interior ruins of the Colosseum in Rome. The composition is contained within a circular frame, a common format for topographical prints of the period. Hondius employs precise line work to capture the decaying masonry and the vast, cavernous scale of the amphitheatre. The play of light and shadow across the stone arches provides a sense of depth, drawing the eye toward the distant, sunlit sections of the structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the foreground, the artist includes small figures engaged in a game of golf, a detail that provides a sense of scale against the monumental architecture. The inclusion of these figures, along with the Latin inscription 'Colosevm Romae' at the base, aligns with the tradition of seventeenth-century European printmaking, where classical ruins were often populated with contemporary observers or travellers. The print reflects the fascination with Roman antiquity that defined the Grand Tour era, even as the artist maintains a distinctly Northern European approach to graphic detail and atmospheric perspective.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHondius, a member of a prominent family of cartographers and engravers, demonstrates technical mastery in the rendering of the stone textures and the structural decay of the monument. The work serves as a record of the Colosseum as it appeared to early modern visitors, before extensive archaeological restoration efforts of later centuries. The print is part of a broader series documenting Roman sites, intended for an audience interested in geography, history, and the visual arts. The contrast between the ruined, ancient architecture and the small, ephemeral human activity creates a quiet narrative about the passage of time. This piece is an example of the meticulous craftsmanship associated with the Dutch printmaking tradition, where every line contributes to the overall clarity and structural integrity of the scene.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hendrik Hondius I","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58434857828687,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58434857894223,"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":58434857992527,"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":58434858025295,"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":58434858090831,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Colosseum-with-Golfers_Poster_CompositorV1_1786192222879.jpg?v=1786316365"},{"product_id":"baden-van-diocletianus-met-toren-hendrick-hondius-i","title":"Baden van Diocletianus, met toren - Hendrick Hondius (I)","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed 17th-century etching by Hendrick Hondius (I) depicting the ruins of the Baths of Diocletian in Rome within a circular frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Hendrick Hondius (I) depicts the ruins of the Baths of Diocletian in Rome, presented within a circular frame. Hondius, a prominent Dutch engraver and publisher, was active during the early 17th century. His work often focused on architectural subjects and topographical studies, reflecting the European fascination with classical antiquity during the period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition employs a circular format, which directs the viewer's eye toward the central tower standing amidst the weathered stone structures. The etching technique allows for fine detail in the masonry and the surrounding vegetation. Lines are used to define the texture of the crumbling walls and the rocky terrain in the foreground. Small figures are positioned near the base of the ruins, providing a sense of scale against the massive proportions of the ancient architecture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTechnical precision is evident in the handling of the sky and the atmospheric perspective, which creates a sense of depth within the confined circular space. The work belongs to a series of prints documenting Roman ruins, a common subject for artists who travelled to Italy or studied the works of their predecessors. The etching captures the state of the site as it appeared in the early 1600s, serving as a record of the physical condition of these structures before further urban development or restoration efforts took place. The inclusion of geometric lines, visible in the print, suggests an interest in the mathematical principles of perspective and architectural drafting, which were central to the training of printmakers at the time. This piece offers a view into the historical documentation of classical sites through the medium of printmaking.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hendrik Hondius I","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58434885157199,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58434885222735,"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":58434885321039,"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":58434885353807,"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":58434885419343,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Baden-van-Diocletianus-met-toren_Poster_CompositorV1_1786192449585.jpg?v=1786316761"},{"product_id":"portrait-of-pieter-coecke-van-aelst-hendrick-hondius-i","title":"Portrait of Pieter Coecke van Aelst - Hendrick Hondius (I)","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed 1610 engraving by Hendrick Hondius (I) depicting the Flemish artist and architect Pieter Coecke van Aelst with his painter's tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Hendrick Hondius (I) depicts the Flemish artist and architect Pieter Coecke van Aelst. Hondius, a prominent Dutch engraver and publisher based in The Hague, produced this work as part of a series documenting the lives of notable artists. The portrait presents Coecke van Aelst in a half-length pose, holding a palette and a mahlstick, which identifies his profession as a painter. He wears a cap and a doublet with fur-trimmed edges, reflecting the fashion of the sixteenth century, despite the print being produced in the early seventeenth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition employs precise, controlled lines characteristic of the period's engraving techniques. Cross-hatching defines the contours of the face and the folds of the clothing, creating a sense of volume and texture. The background includes a suggestion of an architectural setting, with a column and a window, which provides a sense of space behind the subject. Below the image, a Latin inscription honours Coecke van Aelst, referencing his contributions to architecture and his role in translating the works of Sebastiano Serlio for a wider audience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePieter Coecke van Aelst was a significant figure in the dissemination of Italian Renaissance architectural theory in Northern Europe. His influence extended through his own designs and his pedagogical work. This print serves as a historical record of his appearance and professional identity. The clarity of the line work and the balanced composition demonstrate the technical proficiency of Hondius, who was instrumental in the circulation of portraiture and topographical prints across the Netherlands during the Dutch Golden Age. This museum-grade reproduction captures the fine detail of the original copperplate engraving, offering a clear view of the artist's craft and the historical subject.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/christ-taking-leave-of-his-mother-marcantonio-raimondi\" 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;\"\u003eChrist Taking Leave of His Mother - Marcantonio Raimondi — Marcantonio Raimondi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/boar-hunt-with-sea-turtle-fish-and-bird-adriaen-collaert\" 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;\"\u003eBoar Hunt, with Sea Turtle, Fish, and Bird - Adriaen Collaert — Adriaen Collaert\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hendrik Hondius I","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58435336569167,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58435336634703,"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":58435336733007,"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":58435336765775,"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":58435336831311,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Portrait-of-Pieter-Coecke-van-Aelst_Poster_CompositorV1_1786201080356.jpg?v=1786323287"},{"product_id":"portrait-of-hieronymus-bosch-hendrick-hondius-i","title":"Portrait of Hieronymus Bosch - Hendrick Hondius (I)","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century engraving by Hendrick Hondius (I) depicting the painter Hieronymus Bosch, complete with symbolic references to his fantastical art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Hendrick Hondius (I) depicts the Dutch painter Hieronymus Bosch. The work belongs to a series of portraits of famous artists, a genre that gained popularity in the Netherlands during the early seventeenth century. Hondius presents Bosch in a bust-length format, his hands clasped before him, wearing a simple buttoned tunic and a soft cap. The artist's expression is serious, with deep lines etched into his forehead and around his eyes, suggesting a contemplative or perhaps weary nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBehind the figure, a framed window or niche reveals small, grotesque creatures, which serve as a visual reference to the fantastical and often nightmarish imagery found in Bosch's own paintings. This inclusion provides a thematic link between the man and his creative output. The engraving technique is precise, using varied line weights to define the contours of the face and the folds of the clothing. The cross-hatching creates depth and shadow, giving the portrait a sculptural quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBelow the image, a Latin inscription identifies the subject as 'Hieronymo Boschio Pictori' and includes a poetic text that reflects on his ability to depict the horrors of the underworld. The text suggests that the painter possessed a unique vision, capable of rendering the spectres of the afterlife with his own hand. This print is a fine example of the technical skill of Dutch engravers of the period, who were adept at capturing both the physical likeness of a subject and the symbolic elements associated with their reputation. The composition is balanced, with the figure occupying the centre, while the background details provide context without distracting from the primary portrait.\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\/christ-taking-leave-of-his-mother-marcantonio-raimondi\" 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;\"\u003eChrist Taking Leave of His Mother - Marcantonio Raimondi — Marcantonio Raimondi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/boar-hunt-with-sea-turtle-fish-and-bird-adriaen-collaert\" 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;\"\u003eBoar Hunt, with Sea Turtle, Fish, and Bird - Adriaen Collaert — Adriaen Collaert\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hendrik Hondius I","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58435337388367,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58435337453903,"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":58435337552207,"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":58435337584975,"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":58435337650511,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Portrait-of-Hieronymus-Bosch_Poster_CompositorV1_1786201035720.jpg?v=1786323350"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.com\/en-nz\/collections\/hendrik-hondius-i.oembed","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}