{"title":"Jan Collaert I","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"sobrietas-hans-collaert-the-elder","title":"Sobrietas - Hans Collaert the Elder","description":"\u003cp\u003eA classical allegorical engraving by Hans Collaert the Elder, depicting the virtue of Sobrietas with symbolic attributes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Hans Collaert the Elder depicts the personification of Sobrietas, or Temperance. The figure stands within a classical architectural niche, a common device in sixteenth-century printmaking to provide spatial depth and a sense of monumental scale. She is draped in flowing robes, rendered with precise hatching and cross-hatching techniques that define the volume of the fabric and the play of light across its folds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn her left hand, she holds a large key, a traditional attribute signifying the control of one's impulses and the unlocking of wisdom. At her feet lies a large fish, a creature often associated with the aquatic realm and, in this context, serving as a symbolic contrast to the virtue of sobriety. The composition is balanced and restrained, reflecting the humanist interest in moral allegory that permeated the artistic circles of the Low Countries during this period. Collaert, a member of a prominent family of engravers based in Antwerp, demonstrates a high level of technical proficiency in his handling of the burin. The lines are clean and deliberate, creating a clear distinction between the foreground figure and the shadowed background of the niche.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work belongs to a series of allegorical figures, likely intended for a scholarly or aristocratic audience interested in the visual representation of virtues. The Latin inscription at the base, Sobrietas, identifies the subject clearly, ensuring the viewer understands the moral lesson intended by the artist. The print is a fine example of the period's focus on classical iconography, where human figures serve as vessels for abstract concepts. The attention to anatomical detail and the structured arrangement of the drapery show the influence of Italian Mannerism on Northern European printmakers, who often synthesised these stylistic elements with their own tradition of meticulous detail.\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\/crucifixion-of-christ-hieronymus-wierix\" 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;\"\u003eCrucifixion of Christ - Hieronymus Wierix — Hieronymus Wierix\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/the-nativity-martin-schongauer\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Nativity - Martin Schongauer — Martin Schongauer\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jan Collaert (I)","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58485986132303,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58485986197839,"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":58485986296143,"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":58485986328911,"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":58485986394447,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Sobrietas_Poster_CompositorV1_1786371519179.jpg?v=1786848205"},{"product_id":"david-slaying-goliath-hans-collaert-the-elder","title":"David Slaying Goliath - Hans Collaert the Elder","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed sixteenth-century engraving by Hans Collaert the Elder, depicting the biblical victory of David over Goliath.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Hans Collaert the Elder depicts the biblical narrative of David and Goliath. The composition focuses on the immediate aftermath of the combat, with David standing over the fallen giant, Goliath. David holds the giant's sword aloft, preparing to deliver the final blow. The artist employs a clear, narrative structure, placing the primary figures in the foreground while the background shows the retreating Philistine army and the advancing Israelites.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollaert uses precise line work to define the musculature of the figures and the textures of their garments. The engraving technique allows for a range of tonal values, from the deep shadows beneath the figures to the lighter, etched lines of the distant hills and sky. The scene is framed by a sense of motion, as the soldiers in the background flee the site of the conflict. A Latin inscription at the base of the print provides context, referencing the First Book of Samuel, chapter 17, which recounts the defeat of the Philistine champion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a member of a prominent family of engravers in Antwerp, Collaert was part of a tradition that disseminated religious and mythological imagery across Europe. His work reflects the technical proficiency common to the period, where printmakers sought to translate complex narrative scenes into reproducible formats. The attention to detail, from the armour of the soldiers to the expressions of the central figures, demonstrates the standard of craftsmanship expected in sixteenth-century Flemish printmaking. This piece offers a view into the visual culture of the Northern Renaissance, where biblical stories were frequently interpreted through the lens of classical composition and technical rigour.\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\/crucifixion-of-christ-hieronymus-wierix\" 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;\"\u003eCrucifixion of Christ - Hieronymus Wierix — Hieronymus Wierix\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/the-nativity-martin-schongauer\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Nativity - Martin Schongauer — Martin Schongauer\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jan Collaert (I)","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58486054650191,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58486054715727,"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":58486054814031,"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":58486054846799,"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":58486054912335,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/David-Slaying-Goliath_Poster_CompositorV1_1786371989701.jpg?v=1786848400"},{"product_id":"jeroboam-and-the-prophet-ahijah-renting-the-new-garment-in-twelve-pieces-hans-collaert-the-elder","title":"Jeroboam and the Prophet Ahijah Renting the New Garment in Twelve Pieces - Hans Collaert the Elder","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed sixteenth-century engraving depicting the prophet Ahijah dividing his garment to signify the division of the kingdom of Israel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis hand-coloured engraving by Hans Collaert the Elder depicts a narrative from the First Book of Kings. The scene captures the prophet Ahijah of Shiloh tearing his new garment into twelve pieces, a symbolic act representing the division of the kingdom of Israel. He presents ten of these pieces to Jeroboam, signifying the ten tribes that would be given to him under divine decree. The composition follows the conventions of sixteenth-century Flemish printmaking, where figures are placed in the foreground against a receding background of architectural structures and open skies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollaert employs a precise, linear technique characteristic of the period. The figures are rendered with attention to anatomical form and drapery, while the background features a walled city, likely intended to represent Jerusalem or a generic biblical settlement. The application of colour, added after the initial printing, provides a clear distinction between the figures and the surrounding environment. The inclusion of Latin text at the base of the image provides the scriptural context, a common practice in devotional and educational print series of the era. This work reflects the technical skill of the Collaert family, who were active in Antwerp and contributed significantly to the dissemination of religious imagery through the medium of engraving. The print demonstrates the clarity of narrative and the structured approach to biblical storytelling that defined the output of the Antwerp print workshops during the late sixteenth 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\/joab-kills-amasa-veit-rudolf-specklin\" 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;\"\u003eJoab Kills Amasa - Veit Rudolf Specklin — Veit Rudolf Specklin\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/heller-altarpiece-matthias-grunewald\" 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;\"\u003eHeller Altarpiece - Matthias Grünewald — Matthias Grünewald\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jan Collaert (I)","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58486126281039,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58486126346575,"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":58486126444879,"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":58486126477647,"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":58486126543183,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Jeroboam-and-the-Prophet-Ahijah-Renting-the-New-Garment-in-Twelve-Pieces_Poster_CompositorV1_1786372686068.jpg?v=1786848986"},{"product_id":"saul-seeking-to-smite-david-with-the-javelin-hans-collaert-the-elder","title":"Saul Seeking to Smite David with the Javelin - Hans Collaert the Elder","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed sixteenth-century hand-coloured engraving by Hans Collaert the Elder, depicting the biblical confrontation between King Saul and David.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis hand-coloured engraving by Hans Collaert the Elder depicts a dramatic episode from the First Book of Samuel. The scene captures the moment King Saul, overcome by a malevolent spirit, attempts to pin David to the wall with a javelin while the young musician plays the harp. Collaert, a member of a prominent Antwerp family of engravers, demonstrates the technical precision characteristic of the Flemish printmaking tradition during the sixteenth century. The composition is structured to lead the eye from the calm, upright figure of David on the left to the chaotic, kinetic energy of the king on the right.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollaert employs a clear narrative style, common in the period, where the primary action is framed by architectural elements and a distant, simplified horizon. The figures are rendered with attention to period-appropriate costume, reflecting the European interpretation of biblical history prevalent in the late Renaissance. The hand-colouring adds a layer of visual interest, distinguishing the figures through a palette of primary and secondary tones. The inclusion of Latin and French text beneath the image provides context for the viewer, a common feature in devotional or educational print series of the era. This work offers a glimpse into the methods used by Northern European workshops to disseminate biblical narratives to a wider audience. The print remains a clear example of the graphic arts in the Low Countries, where the marriage of religious subject matter and refined engraving techniques defined the visual culture of the 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\/joab-kills-amasa-veit-rudolf-specklin\" 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;\"\u003eJoab Kills Amasa - Veit Rudolf Specklin — Veit Rudolf Specklin\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/heller-altarpiece-matthias-grunewald\" 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;\"\u003eHeller Altarpiece - Matthias Grünewald — Matthias Grünewald\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jan Collaert (I)","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58486163931471,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58486163997007,"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":58486164095311,"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":58486164128079,"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":58486164193615,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Saul-Seeking-to-Smite-David-with-the-Javelin_Poster_CompositorV1_1786372925933.jpg?v=1786849265"},{"product_id":"the-elders-trying-to-seduce-susanna-hans-collaert-the-elder","title":"The Elders Trying to Seduce Susanna - Hans Collaert the Elder","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed hand-coloured engraving by Hans Collaert the Elder, depicting the biblical story of Susanna and the Elders in a garden setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis hand-coloured engraving depicts the biblical narrative of Susanna and the Elders, a subject frequently explored by artists of the Northern Renaissance. Hans Collaert the Elder, a member of a prominent family of Antwerp engravers, captures the moment of confrontation within a garden setting. Susanna is positioned at the edge of a stone basin, while the two elders approach her with coercive intent. The composition utilises a clear, linear perspective, typical of the period, with architectural elements such as the domed structure and fountain providing a sense of depth and place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe work demonstrates the technical precision associated with Collaert's output. The figures are rendered with careful attention to their drapery and posture, conveying the tension of the encounter. The hand-colouring adds a layer of visual interest, distinguishing the figures from the background through the use of primary tones. The inclusion of Latin and French inscriptions at the base of the print provides context, referencing the Book of Daniel. This piece reflects the interest in moralising narratives that were common in sixteenth-century European print culture. The fountain, adorned with sculptural details, serves as a secondary focus, grounding the scene in a domestic, albeit opulent, environment. The print is presented here as a high-quality reproduction, maintaining the character of the original engraving while preserving the nuances of the hand-applied colour. It offers a glimpse into the graphic arts of the Low Countries, where such prints were produced for collectors and scholars alike.\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\/the-monstrous-sow-of-landser-albrecht-durer\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Monstrous Sow of Landser - Albrecht Dürer — Albrecht Dürer\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/at-the-market-pieter-aertsen\" 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;\"\u003eAt the Market - Pieter Aertsen — Pieter Aertsen\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jan Collaert (I)","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58486248046927,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58486248112463,"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":58486248210767,"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":58486248243535,"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":58486248309071,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Elders-Trying-to-Seduce-Susanna_Poster_CompositorV1_1786374285851.jpg?v=1786851504"},{"product_id":"solomon-building-the-temple-hans-collaert-the-elder","title":"Solomon Building the Temple - Hans Collaert the Elder","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed hand-coloured engraving by Hans Collaert the Elder, depicting the construction of the Temple of Solomon with historical narrative precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis hand-coloured engraving by Hans Collaert the Elder depicts the construction of the Temple of Solomon, a subject drawn from the Old Testament. Collaert, a prominent Flemish engraver based in Antwerp, was known for his technical precision and his contributions to the dissemination of biblical imagery through print media. The composition is organised to show the scale of the architectural undertaking, with King Solomon positioned in the foreground, gesturing towards the construction site.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the background, workers are shown engaged in various tasks, including masonry and the transport of materials, set against a backdrop of a city under development. The use of colour, applied by hand to the original engraving, adds a layer of visual clarity to the figures and the architectural elements. The inclusion of Latin and French inscriptions at the base of the print provides a direct reference to the biblical source, specifically the Third Book of Kings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollaert employs a narrative style common to the period, where multiple stages of an event are presented within a single frame. The figures are rendered with the characteristic proportions and drapery styles of the mid-sixteenth century. The print reflects the interest in classical architectural forms and biblical history that occupied many artists in the Low Countries during this era. The work is a fine example of the collaborative nature of print production in Antwerp, where artists, engravers, and publishers worked in close proximity to produce high-quality visual materials for a broad audience. The attention to detail in the tools and the construction process suggests a desire to ground the biblical narrative in a recognisable, practical reality.\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\/the-monstrous-sow-of-landser-albrecht-durer\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Monstrous Sow of Landser - Albrecht Dürer — Albrecht Dürer\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/at-the-market-pieter-aertsen\" 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;\"\u003eAt the Market - Pieter Aertsen — Pieter Aertsen\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jan Collaert (I)","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58486281339215,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58486281404751,"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":58486281503055,"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":58486281535823,"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":58486281601359,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Solomon-Building-the-Temple_Poster_CompositorV1_1786374514491.jpg?v=1786852059"},{"product_id":"josephs-dream-hans-collaert-the-elder","title":"Joseph's Dream - Hans Collaert the Elder","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed sixteenth-century hand-coloured engraving by Hans Collaert the Elder, depicting the biblical narrative of Joseph sharing his prophetic dreams.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis hand-coloured engraving depicts the biblical narrative of Joseph recounting his dreams to his family. Attributed to the Flemish engraver Hans Collaert the Elder, the work originates from a series illustrating the life of Joseph, often associated with the publishing house of Gerard de Jode. The composition is structured around the central figure of the young Joseph, who gestures towards the heavens, where celestial symbols of his prophetic visions appear. To the left, his brothers gather in a group, their postures suggesting a mixture of curiosity and growing resentment. To the right, Jacob and Rachel stand as observers, their attire rendered with the specific sartorial conventions of the sixteenth-century Low Countries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe engraving demonstrates the technical precision characteristic of the Collaert family workshop. The line work is fine and controlled, defining the folds of the garments and the contours of the figures against a backdrop of rolling hills and sparse vegetation. The application of colour, likely added by hand shortly after the printing process, follows the conventions of the period, using a palette of primary tones to differentiate the figures and draw attention to the symbolic elements in the sky. The inclusion of Latin and French text at the base of the print provides the scriptural reference, Genesis 37, anchoring the visual narrative within its theological source. This piece offers a clear view into the pedagogical and devotional functions of print culture in the late sixteenth century, where such images served to disseminate biblical stories to a wider audience. The balance between the human drama and the symbolic celestial motifs creates a narrative clarity that is typical of the period's approach to religious storytelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/at-the-market-pieter-aertsen\" 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;\"\u003eAt the Market - Pieter Aertsen — Pieter Aertsen\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/joachim-and-the-angel-albrecht-durer\" 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;\"\u003eJoachim and the Angel - Albrecht Dürer — Albrecht Dürer\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jan Collaert (I)","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58486413754703,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58486413820239,"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":58486413918543,"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":58486413951311,"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":58486414016847,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Joseph-s-Dream_Poster_CompositorV1_1786375811855.jpg?v=1786853202"},{"product_id":"shamgar-and-barak-hans-collaert-the-elder","title":"Shamgar and Barak - Hans Collaert the Elder","description":"\u003cp\u003eA hand-coloured engraving by Hans Collaert the Elder depicting the biblical figures Shamgar and Barak in sixteenth-century attire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis hand-coloured engraving by the Flemish printmaker Hans Collaert the Elder depicts two figures from the Book of Judges: Shamgar and Barak. The composition presents the two men standing in a shallow outdoor setting, their identities confirmed by labels above their heads. Shamgar, on the left, is shown with a goad, referencing the biblical account of his victory over the Philistines. Barak, on the right, is dressed in contemporary sixteenth-century armour, reflecting the common practice of the period to depict historical or biblical figures in the attire of the artist's own time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe print is part of a larger series, indicated by the numbering at the bottom and the accompanying Latin and French inscriptions. These texts provide a brief summary of the figures' roles in the narrative of Israelite history. The engraving style is characteristic of the Antwerp school, featuring precise line work that defines the contours of the figures and the folds of their garments. The application of colour, likely added after the initial printing, uses a palette of muted earth tones, blues, and reds to differentiate the figures from the background.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollaert was a member of a prominent family of engravers and goldsmiths in Antwerp. His work often focused on religious and mythological subjects, intended for a learned audience familiar with both scripture and classical history. The inclusion of handwritten notes beneath the image suggests this print was once part of a bound volume or a collector's album. The figures are rendered with a focus on clarity and narrative function, typical of pedagogical or devotional illustrations from the late sixteenth century. The background, while minimal, provides a sense of place, with small figures engaged in secondary actions that hint at the broader context of the biblical stories.\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\/st-jerome-in-the-wilderness-hans-baldung\" 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;\"\u003eSt. Jerome in the Wilderness - Hans Baldung — Hans Baldung Grien\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/boaz-meets-ruth-at-the-harvest-veit-rudolf-specklin\" 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;\"\u003eBoaz Meets Ruth at the Harvest - Veit Rudolf Specklin — Veit Rudolf Specklin\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jan Collaert (I)","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58486455402831,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58486455468367,"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":58486455566671,"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":58486455599439,"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":58486455664975,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Shamgar-and-Barak_Poster_CompositorV1_1786376484002.jpg?v=1786853937"},{"product_id":"the-woman-who-was-cured-of-the-issue-of-blood-hans-collaert-the-elder","title":"The Woman Who Was Cured of the Issue of Blood - Hans Collaert the Elder","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed hand-coloured engraving by Hans Collaert the Elder, depicting the biblical healing of the woman with an issue of blood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis hand-coloured engraving by the Flemish artist Hans Collaert the Elder depicts the biblical narrative of the woman healed of an issue of blood. The composition follows the conventions of sixteenth-century Northern Renaissance printmaking, where multiple stages of a narrative are often presented within a single frame. In the foreground, the woman kneels before Christ, who is surrounded by his disciples. The figures are rendered with the precise, controlled line work characteristic of the period, while the application of colour adds a decorative quality to the garments and the surrounding environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollaert employs a clear spatial arrangement, placing the primary interaction in the lower right while providing a background that includes architectural elements and a distant landscape. The inclusion of Latin and French text at the base of the image provides context for the scene, a common practice in devotional prints of the era intended for both educational and meditative purposes. The architectural details, such as the obelisk and the classical structure, reflect the influence of Italianate styles on Northern European artists during the late sixteenth century. The figures are dressed in contemporary interpretations of historical attire, a stylistic choice that brought biblical events into the visual vocabulary of the viewer's own time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a member of the prolific Collaert family of engravers based in Antwerp, Hans Collaert the Elder contributed to the dissemination of religious imagery across Europe. This print demonstrates the technical proficiency of the Antwerp school, which was a centre for print production. The work remains a clear example of how narrative art functioned as a tool for religious instruction, combining technical skill with theological storytelling. The balanced composition and the attention to detail in the drapery and facial expressions demonstrate the standard of craftsmanship expected from a master engraver of 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\/tournament-with-two-knights-on-horseback-lucas-cranach-the-elder\" 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;\"\u003eTournament with Two Knights on Horseback - Lucas Cranach the Elder — Lucas Cranach the Elder\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/boaz-meets-ruth-at-the-harvest-veit-rudolf-specklin\" 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;\"\u003eBoaz Meets Ruth at the Harvest - Veit Rudolf Specklin — Veit Rudolf Specklin\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jan Collaert (I)","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58491258634575,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58491258700111,"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":58491258798415,"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":58491258831183,"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":58491258896719,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Woman-Who-Was-Cured-of-the-Issue-of-Blood_Poster_CompositorV1_1786377386466.jpg?v=1786855088"},{"product_id":"saul-and-his-armor-bearer-kill-themselves-with-their-swords-hans-collaert-the-elder","title":"Saul and His Armor-bearer Kill Themselves with Their Swords - Hans Collaert the Elder","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed hand-coloured engraving depicting the biblical death of King Saul on Mount Gilboa, executed in the Northern Renaissance style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis hand-coloured engraving by Hans Collaert the Elder depicts the final moments of King Saul, as recounted in the First Book of Samuel. The composition is divided into two distinct zones: the immediate foreground, where the tragic act occurs, and the expansive background, which illustrates the broader chaos of the battle on Mount Gilboa.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the foreground, Saul lies fallen upon the rocky terrain, his crown still visible, while his armour-bearer leans over his own sword. The figures are rendered with the precise, linear quality characteristic of sixteenth-century Flemish printmaking. The artist employs a narrative approach, showing the figures in a state of collapse that contrasts with the smaller, active soldiers engaged in combat in the distance. The inclusion of a shield featuring a classical relief adds a layer of decorative detail to the otherwise grim scene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe work is part of a larger series of biblical illustrations, often produced for collectors who valued both the theological subject matter and the technical skill of the engraver. The application of colour, likely added by hand after the initial printing, helps to differentiate the various figures and elements of the landscape, such as the rolling hills and the distant city walls. The Latin inscription at the base provides the scriptural context, identifying the event as the defeat of the Israelites by the Philistines. This print offers a glimpse into the period's fascination with classical and biblical history, presented through the lens of Northern European artistic conventions. The attention to detail in the armour and the dramatic poses of the figures demonstrate the technical proficiency of the Collaert family, who were central figures in the Antwerp print trade during the late sixteenth 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\/tournament-with-two-knights-on-horseback-lucas-cranach-the-elder\" 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;\"\u003eTournament with Two Knights on Horseback - Lucas Cranach the Elder — Lucas Cranach the Elder\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/boaz-meets-ruth-at-the-harvest-veit-rudolf-specklin\" 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;\"\u003eBoaz Meets Ruth at the Harvest - Veit Rudolf Specklin — Veit Rudolf Specklin\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jan Collaert (I)","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58491381219663,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58491381285199,"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":58491381383503,"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":58491381416271,"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":58491381481807,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Saul-and-His-Armor-bearer-Kill-Themselves-with-Their-Swords_Poster_CompositorV1_1786378087598.jpg?v=1786921507"},{"product_id":"the-people-stoning-adoram-hans-collaert-the-elder","title":"The People Stoning Adoram - Hans Collaert the Elder","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed hand-coloured engraving by Hans Collaert the Elder depicting the biblical stoning of Adoram, showcasing sixteenth-century Flemish printmaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis hand-coloured engraving by Hans Collaert the Elder depicts the biblical account of the stoning of Adoram, the official in charge of forced labour under King Rehoboam. The scene captures the chaotic moment of execution, with figures positioned in dynamic, muscular poses that reflect the influence of Italian Mannerism on Northern European printmaking during the sixteenth century. The composition is divided between the foreground, where the violence occurs, and a distant background featuring a carriage and architectural elements, providing a sense of spatial depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollaert, a member of a prominent family of engravers based in Antwerp, demonstrates technical precision in the rendering of the human form and the textures of the clothing. The application of colour, likely added after the initial printing, enhances the narrative clarity of the scene. The Latin and French inscriptions at the base identify the subject matter, referencing the Third Book of Kings (1 Kings 12:18), which details the revolt of the ten tribes of Israel against the house of David. The inclusion of these texts suggests the work was intended for a scholarly or devotional publication, common for the period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe print serves as a record of the artistic conventions of the late sixteenth century, where narrative clarity was balanced with the stylistic demands of the era. The figures are rendered with a focus on anatomical accuracy, albeit in a stylised manner that prioritises the dramatic tension of the event. The contrast between the central figures in motion and the fallen Adoram creates a clear hierarchy of action. This piece offers a view into the intersection of religious history and print culture in the Low Countries, where the production of such works was a major industry for collectors and institutions alike.\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\/skull-study-albrecht-durer\" 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;\"\u003eSkull (Study) - Albrecht Dürer — Albrecht Dürer\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/boaz-meets-ruth-at-the-harvest-veit-rudolf-specklin\" 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;\"\u003eBoaz Meets Ruth at the Harvest - Veit Rudolf Specklin — Veit Rudolf Specklin\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jan Collaert (I)","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58491431420239,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58491431485775,"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":58491431584079,"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":58491431616847,"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":58491431682383,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-People-Stoning-Adoram_Poster_CompositorV1_1786379170496.jpg?v=1786922774"},{"product_id":"daniel-intervening-on-behalf-of-susanna-hans-collaert-the-elder","title":"Daniel Intervening on Behalf of Susanna - Hans Collaert the Elder","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed hand-coloured engraving by Hans Collaert the Elder, depicting the biblical scene of Daniel intervening to save Susanna from false accusation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis hand-coloured engraving by Hans Collaert the Elder depicts the biblical narrative of Susanna, a story drawn from the Book of Daniel. The composition captures the moment of intervention, where the young Daniel steps forward to challenge the false accusations brought against Susanna. Collaert, a member of a prominent family of engravers based in Antwerp, demonstrates the technical precision characteristic of the period. The scene is set within a structured urban environment, with architectural elements providing a sense of depth and perspective that frames the central figures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe figures are rendered with clear outlines and a balanced distribution across the foreground. The use of colour, applied by hand over the engraved lines, differentiates the characters through their garments: deep reds, blues, and ochres define the social and narrative roles of the participants. The inclusion of Latin text at the base of the image, followed by a detailed French commentary, reflects the scholarly and didactic nature of such prints in the sixteenth century. These works were often produced for collectors who valued both the aesthetic quality of the engraving and the moral instruction provided by the subject matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollaert’s work is representative of the Flemish tradition of printmaking, which prioritised clarity of line and narrative legibility. The architecture in the background, featuring domes and gabled houses, suggests a European interpretation of the ancient setting, a common practice among artists of the Northern Renaissance. This print offers a view into the intersection of religious storytelling and the burgeoning market for graphic art in the Low Countries. The preservation of the surrounding book page, complete with handwritten annotations, provides a glimpse into the historical context of how such prints were collected and studied by contemporary audiences.\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\/skull-study-albrecht-durer\" 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;\"\u003eSkull (Study) - Albrecht Dürer — Albrecht Dürer\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/boaz-meets-ruth-at-the-harvest-veit-rudolf-specklin\" 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;\"\u003eBoaz Meets Ruth at the Harvest - Veit Rudolf Specklin — Veit Rudolf Specklin\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jan Collaert (I)","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58491446100303,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58491446165839,"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":58491446264143,"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":58491446296911,"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":58491446362447,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Daniel-Intervening-on-Behalf-of-Susanna_Poster_CompositorV1_1786379527801.jpg?v=1786922985"},{"product_id":"christ-appearing-to-didymus-thomas-hans-collaert-the-elder","title":"Christ Appearing to Didymus (Thomas) - Hans Collaert the Elder","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed hand-coloured engraving by Hans Collaert the Elder depicting the biblical scene of the Incredulity of Saint Thomas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis hand-coloured engraving by Hans Collaert the Elder depicts the biblical account of the Incredulity of Saint Thomas. The composition centres on the figure of the resurrected Christ, who holds a banner and gestures towards the wound in his side. Before him, the apostle Thomas kneels, reaching out to touch the mark, a moment of transition from doubt to recognition. The surrounding disciples are arranged in a semi-circular formation, their expressions and postures conveying a range of reactions to the miraculous appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe work is characteristic of the Northern Renaissance style, featuring precise line work and a clear, didactic narrative structure. The figures are rendered with a focus on anatomical clarity and expressive gesture, typical of the period's approach to religious iconography. The inclusion of Latin text below the image, followed by a detailed French commentary, suggests this print originated from a devotional book or a series intended for scholarly and religious instruction. The hand-applied colour adds a layer of warmth to the scene, distinguishing the figures from the architectural background of the room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollaert, a member of a prominent family of engravers in Antwerp, demonstrates a mastery of the burin, creating distinct textures in the drapery and the architectural elements. The perspective is relatively shallow, keeping the focus on the interaction between Christ and his followers. The work provides a window into the visual culture of the sixteenth century, where such prints functioned as portable aids for contemplation and theological study. The careful preservation of the surrounding page, complete with handwritten annotations, offers a glimpse into the historical use of this print as an object of private devotion.\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\/skull-study-albrecht-durer\" 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;\"\u003eSkull (Study) - Albrecht Dürer — Albrecht Dürer\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/boaz-meets-ruth-at-the-harvest-veit-rudolf-specklin\" 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;\"\u003eBoaz Meets Ruth at the Harvest - Veit Rudolf Specklin — Veit Rudolf Specklin\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jan Collaert (I)","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58491474936143,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58491475001679,"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":58491475099983,"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":58491475132751,"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":58491475198287,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Christ-Appearing-to-Didymus-Thomas-_Poster_CompositorV1_1786380032021.jpg?v=1786923215"},{"product_id":"gideon-and-jair-hans-collaert-the-elder","title":"Gideon and Jair - Hans Collaert the Elder","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed hand-coloured engraving by Hans Collaert the Elder, depicting the biblical figures Gideon and Jair within a panoramic landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis hand-coloured engraving by Hans Collaert the Elder depicts two figures from the Book of Judges: Gideon and Jair. Collaert, a Flemish engraver active in Antwerp, produced this work as part of a series illustrating biblical narratives. The composition follows the conventions of sixteenth-century printmaking, where figures are placed in the foreground against a receding background that provides context for the narrative action.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGideon is shown on the left, dressed in classical military attire, holding a staff and accompanied by the fleece, a reference to his sign from God. Jair stands to the right, draped in a heavy, deep-toned robe. The background features a panoramic view of a valley with small-scale figures engaged in military movement, typical of the period's interest in combining portraiture with topographical detail. The print includes Latin inscriptions at the base, which provide theological context for the figures, as well as French annotations detailing their roles in the history of Israel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe engraving technique demonstrates the precision characteristic of the Antwerp school. The lines are controlled and deliberate, defining the folds of the garments and the musculature of the figures. The application of colour, likely added after the initial printing, uses a palette of muted earth tones, soft blues, and deep reds to differentiate the figures from the landscape. The work reflects the period's preoccupation with moralising biblical stories, presented here with the clarity and structure common to printed books of the late sixteenth century. This piece is a clear example of the intersection between religious instruction and the technical mastery of the engraver's craft during the Northern Renaissance.\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\/skull-study-albrecht-durer\" 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;\"\u003eSkull (Study) - Albrecht Dürer — Albrecht Dürer\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/boaz-meets-ruth-at-the-harvest-veit-rudolf-specklin\" 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;\"\u003eBoaz Meets Ruth at the Harvest - Veit Rudolf Specklin — Veit Rudolf Specklin\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jan Collaert (I)","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58491469267279,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58491469332815,"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":58491469431119,"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":58491469463887,"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":58491469529423,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Gideon-and-Jair_Poster_CompositorV1_1786379767372.jpg?v=1786923217"},{"product_id":"the-parable-of-the-good-samaritan-hans-collaert-the-elder","title":"The Parable of the Good Samaritan - Hans Collaert the Elder","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed sixteenth-century engraving by Hans Collaert the Elder depicting the biblical scene of the Good Samaritan tending to a wounded traveller.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Hans Collaert the Elder depicts the biblical narrative of the Good Samaritan. The composition focuses on the central act of mercy, where the Samaritan tends to the wounds of the traveller who was left by the roadside. Collaert employs a precise, linear technique characteristic of the Flemish printmaking tradition during the sixteenth century. The figures are rendered with anatomical attention, while the background provides a sense of depth through the inclusion of a distant landscape and architectural elements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo the left, a figure sits with an open book, providing a contemplative counterpoint to the physical action occurring in the foreground. The horse, positioned behind the Samaritan, adds a sense of scale and realism to the scene. The inclusion of Latin text at the base of the print serves to identify the subject and provide moral context, a common practice in religious prints of this period. The work demonstrates the technical skill of the Collaert family, who were active in Antwerp and contributed significantly to the dissemination of religious and mythological imagery through their engravings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollaert uses hatching and cross-hatching to create volume and shadow, defining the musculature of the figures and the textures of the drapery. The scene is set in a natural environment, with trees and rocky terrain framing the primary action. This print reflects the interest in humanistic and religious themes that occupied artists in the Low Countries during the late Renaissance. The clarity of the line work and the balanced arrangement of the figures allow the viewer to engage with the narrative directly. This piece is an example of the high standard of craftsmanship found in sixteenth-century print production, where technical precision was applied to convey complex moral stories.\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\/portret-van-de-sultan-cansaves-gauris-theodor-de-bry\" 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;\"\u003ePortret van de sultan Cansaves Gauris - Theodor de Bry — Theodor de Bry\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/judas-thaddeus-lucas-van-leyden\" 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;\"\u003eJudas Thaddeus - Lucas van Leyden — Lucas van Leyden\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jan Collaert (I)","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58491492729167,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58491492794703,"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":58491492893007,"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":58491492925775,"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":58491492991311,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Parable-of-the-Good-Samaritan_Poster_CompositorV1_1786380419258.jpg?v=1786923467"},{"product_id":"the-elders-accusing-susanna-of-adultery-hans-collaert-the-elder","title":"The Elders Accusing Susanna of Adultery - Hans Collaert the Elder","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed sixteenth-century engraving depicting the biblical trial of Susanna, rendered with classical figures and architectural precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving depicts the biblical narrative of Susanna, a story drawn from the Book of Daniel. Hans Collaert the Elder, a Flemish printmaker active in Antwerp, presents the scene with the formal clarity characteristic of the period. The composition is structured around a central architectural space, featuring arched colonnades that frame the figures and provide a sense of depth. Susanna stands to the left, her posture conveying distress, while the elders occupy the right side of the frame, their gestures indicating accusation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe work is notable for its precise line work and the application of hand-colouring, which adds definition to the garments and the architectural elements. The figures are rendered in a classical style, reflecting the influence of Italian art on Northern European printmaking during the sixteenth century. The inclusion of Latin and French inscriptions at the base of the image provides context for the narrative, identifying the specific passage from Daniel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollaert was part of a family of engravers who contributed to the dissemination of religious and mythological imagery across Europe. His technical approach demonstrates a mastery of the burin, allowing for subtle shading and texture within the figures' robes and the surrounding stone structures. The scene captures a moment of legal and moral tension, with the figures arranged to guide the viewer through the narrative sequence. This print serves as an example of the collaborative nature of print production in the Antwerp workshops, where artists and engravers worked to produce high-quality illustrations for books and individual collectors. The preservation of the original page margins and handwritten annotations adds to the historical character of the piece, offering a glimpse into how such works were viewed and catalogued in early modern collections.\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\/skull-study-albrecht-durer\" 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;\"\u003eSkull (Study) - Albrecht Dürer — Albrecht Dürer\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/the-annunciation-urs-graf\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Annunciation - Urs Graf — Urs Graf\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jan Collaert (I)","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58491498004815,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58491498070351,"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":58491498168655,"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":58491498201423,"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":58491498266959,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Elders-Accusing-Susanna-of-Adultery_Poster_CompositorV1_1786380662970.jpg?v=1786923849"},{"product_id":"esther-before-ahasuerus-hans-collaert-the-elder","title":"Esther before Ahasuerus - Hans Collaert the Elder","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed hand-coloured engraving by Hans Collaert the Elder, depicting the biblical scene of Queen Esther petitioning King Ahasuerus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis hand-coloured engraving by Hans Collaert the Elder depicts the dramatic biblical narrative of Queen Esther approaching King Ahasuerus. The composition is structured to guide the eye through the royal court, where the king sits upon his throne, extending his golden sceptre toward the kneeling Esther. This gesture signifies his acceptance of her presence, a moment of high tension within the Book of Esther. The scene is populated with courtiers and attendants, while a secondary narrative element appears in the background, showing the king in his bedchamber, illustrating the broader context of the story.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollaert, a member of a prominent family of engravers based in Antwerp, demonstrates the technical precision characteristic of the period. The use of fine lines to define the architectural space and the figures reflects the influence of the Northern Renaissance tradition. The application of colour, likely added after the initial printing, enhances the theatrical quality of the scene, with the deep greens of the canopy and the gold of the royal robes creating a sense of opulence. The inclusion of Latin text below the image and handwritten French commentary at the bottom of the page suggests this print originated from an illustrated volume or a collection of biblical scenes intended for study or devotional reading.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe architectural setting, featuring a tiled floor and arched doorways, provides a sense of depth that contrasts with the more stylised, decorative treatment of the figures. The presence of a small dog in the foreground adds a touch of domesticity to the otherwise formal royal setting. This work offers a clear view into the methods of sixteenth-century printmaking, where narrative clarity and technical skill were combined to bring historical and religious texts to life for a contemporary audience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/justice-truth-and-the-future-in-the-stocks-before-the-false-judge-albrecht-durer\" 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;\"\u003eJustice, Truth, and the Future in the Stocks before the False Judge - Albrecht Dürer — Albrecht Dürer\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/zevende-gezicht-op-het-colosseum-te-rome-hieronymus-cock\" 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;\"\u003eZevende gezicht op het Colosseum te Rome - Hieronymus Cock — Hieronymus Cock\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jan Collaert (I)","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58491507704143,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58491507769679,"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":58491507867983,"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":58491507900751,"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":58491507966287,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Esther-before-Ahasuerus_Poster_CompositorV1_1786381119941.jpg?v=1786924185"},{"product_id":"satire-on-clerical-abuse-hans-collaert-the-elder","title":"Satire on Clerical Abuse - Hans Collaert the Elder","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed sixteenth-century engraving by Hans Collaert the Elder, depicting a satirical scene of clerical gluttony and moral hypocrisy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Hans Collaert the Elder offers a sharp critique of ecclesiastical excess during the sixteenth century. The scene depicts two monks seated at a table, surrounded by an abundance of food, while a nun stands nearby. The composition employs visual irony to contrast the supposed asceticism of the religious orders with their actual indulgence. A monk uses a long rod to reach for a roasted bird, suggesting gluttony, while the presence of a dog and a cat in the foreground adds a layer of domestic disorder to the scene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the background, a group of figures appears to be engaged in prayer or study, providing a stark contrast to the foreground activities. The inclusion of a framed picture on the wall, depicting a biblical narrative, further emphasises the disconnect between the religious ideals represented in art and the behaviour of the individuals in the room. Collaert uses precise, fine lines to render the textures of the clothing, the wooden furniture, and the tiled floor, demonstrating the technical mastery common among Flemish printmakers of the period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe work belongs to a tradition of moralising prints that were popular in the Netherlands during the Reformation era. These images functioned as social commentary, often using humour or grotesque elements to address corruption within the church. By placing the figures in a recognisable interior, Collaert brings the critique into a domestic space, making the message accessible to a wide audience. The print remains a valuable record of the visual language used to challenge institutional authority in the early modern 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\/virgin-and-child-with-an-apple-martin-schongauer\" 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;\"\u003eVirgin and Child with an Apple - Martin Schongauer — Martin Schongauer\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/judas-thaddeus-lucas-van-leyden\" 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;\"\u003eJudas Thaddeus - Lucas van Leyden — Lucas van Leyden\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jan Collaert (I)","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58491516420431,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58491516485967,"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":58491516584271,"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":58491516617039,"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":58491516682575,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Satire-on-Clerical-Abuse_Poster_CompositorV1_1786381325588.jpg?v=1786924437"},{"product_id":"the-prodigal-son-wasting-his-substance-hans-collaert-the-elder","title":"The Prodigal Son Wasting His Substance - Hans Collaert the Elder","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed sixteenth-century engraving by Hans Collaert the Elder, depicting the biblical parable of the Prodigal Son in a scene of revelry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Hans Collaert the Elder depicts the biblical parable of the Prodigal Son. The scene focuses on the moment of excess, where the son squanders his inheritance amidst revelry. Collaert employs the visual language of Northern Mannerism, characterised by elongated figures and a crowded, theatrical composition. The central group is engaged in drinking and music, surrounded by symbols of vice and fleeting pleasure. A woman pours wine into a chalice, while others play instruments, creating a sense of chaotic movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the background, architectural elements and a fountain suggest a classical setting, common in Flemish prints of the sixteenth century. The artist uses fine, precise lines to define the textures of fabric, skin, and the surrounding foliage. The inclusion of a Latin inscription at the base provides a moralising context, typical of the period's approach to religious narratives. The composition is dense, with figures arranged to guide the eye across the various activities of the scene. The print reflects the technical skill of the Antwerp school of engravers, who were instrumental in the dissemination of artistic styles across Europe during this era. The contrast between the light and shadow is managed through delicate hatching, which adds volume to the figures and depth to the outdoor setting. This work is an example of the narrative print tradition, where complex moral lessons were translated into visual form for a wider audience. The attention to detail, from the musical instruments to the scattered coins on the ground, invites close inspection of the various elements that constitute this scene of moral decline.\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\/the-virgin-seated-on-the-clouds-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;\"\u003eThe Virgin Seated on the Clouds - Marcantonio Raimondi — Marcantonio Raimondi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/portrait-of-andrea-alciati-johann-theodor-de-bry\" 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 Andrea Alciati - Johann Theodor de Bry — Johann Theodor de Bry\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jan Collaert (I)","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58491527659855,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58491527725391,"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":58491527823695,"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":58491527856463,"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":58491527921999,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Prodigal-Son-Wasting-His-Substance_Poster_CompositorV1_1786382048117.jpg?v=1786924674"},{"product_id":"esther-crowned-by-ahasuerus-hans-collaert-the-elder","title":"Esther Crowned by Ahasuerus - Hans Collaert the Elder","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed hand-coloured engraving by Hans Collaert the Elder, depicting the biblical coronation of Esther by King Ahasuerus within a classical architectural setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis hand-coloured engraving depicts a scene from the Book of Esther, specifically the moment Esther is chosen and crowned by King Ahasuerus. Hans Collaert the Elder, a prominent member of the Antwerp school of engravers, demonstrates his technical precision through the fine lines and structured composition characteristic of the period. The work is part of a larger series illustrating biblical narratives, often produced for collectors who valued both the theological subject matter and the aesthetic quality of the print.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is divided into distinct zones. In the background, the royal court is shown with architectural clarity, featuring classical columns and arches that suggest a Renaissance interpretation of ancient Persian settings. The foreground focuses on the human drama: the king sits upon his throne, placing the crown upon Esther, while courtiers and attendants observe the event. To the right, a separate narrative thread unfolds, showing figures interacting near a heavy curtain, which adds a sense of depth and theatricality to the scene. The hand-colouring applied to the print uses a palette typical of sixteenth-century book illustrations, with clear distinctions between the garments of the figures and the surrounding architecture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollaert’s work reflects the influence of contemporary Flemish artists who sought to balance narrative clarity with decorative detail. The inclusion of Latin text at the base of the image provides the necessary context for the viewer, a common practice in the production of such engravings. This print offers a glimpse into the methods of sixteenth-century printmaking, where the collaboration between the designer and the publisher, in this instance Gerard de Jode, was essential for the dissemination of visual stories. The work remains a fine example of the craftsmanship found in the workshops of Antwerp, which were then the centre of the European print trade.\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\/justice-truth-and-the-future-in-the-stocks-before-the-false-judge-albrecht-durer\" 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;\"\u003eJustice, Truth, and the Future in the Stocks before the False Judge - Albrecht Dürer — Albrecht Dürer\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/joab-kills-amasa-veit-rudolf-specklin\" 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;\"\u003eJoab Kills Amasa - Veit Rudolf Specklin — Veit Rudolf Specklin\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jan Collaert (I)","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58491608006991,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58491608072527,"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":58491608170831,"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":58491608203599,"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":58491608269135,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Esther-Crowned-by-Ahasuerus_Poster_CompositorV1_1786381687159.jpg?v=1786926652"},{"product_id":"the-king-answering-the-people-hans-collaert-the-elder","title":"The King Answering the People - Hans Collaert the Elder","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed hand-coloured engraving by Hans Collaert the Elder depicting the biblical scene of King Rehoboam addressing his subjects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis hand-coloured engraving by Hans Collaert the Elder depicts a scene from the biblical narrative of Rehoboam, the son of Solomon, as described in the First Book of Kings. The composition captures the moment the young monarch addresses the gathered populace from an elevated platform. Collaert employs a structured, theatrical arrangement to convey the tension between the ruler and his subjects. The king stands centrally, draped in a heavy cloak, gesturing with a sceptre to assert his authority. Below him, the crowd displays a range of reactions, from confusion to open dissent, reflecting the historical account of the people's plea for relief from heavy taxation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe architectural background provides a sense of place, featuring buildings that echo the style of sixteenth-century European urban centres rather than strictly historical Near Eastern settings. This anachronism was common in the period, allowing the viewer to relate the biblical narrative to contemporary political realities. The engraving technique is precise, with fine lines defining the folds of the garments and the expressions of the figures. The application of hand-colouring adds a layer of depth to the scene, distinguishing the figures through a palette of muted reds, blues, and ochres.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollaert, a member of a prominent family of engravers based in Antwerp, was known for his technical proficiency and his contributions to the dissemination of religious and moralising imagery. This work demonstrates his ability to translate complex narratives into a clear, readable format suitable for a printed book or portfolio. The inclusion of Latin and French text at the base of the image provides the necessary context for the scene, identifying the specific biblical reference to the third chapter of the Book of Kings. The print remains a clear example of the intersection between religious instruction and the burgeoning print culture of the Northern Renaissance.\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\/justice-truth-and-the-future-in-the-stocks-before-the-false-judge-albrecht-durer\" 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;\"\u003eJustice, Truth, and the Future in the Stocks before the False Judge - Albrecht Dürer — Albrecht Dürer\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/joab-kills-amasa-veit-rudolf-specklin\" 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;\"\u003eJoab Kills Amasa - Veit Rudolf Specklin — Veit Rudolf Specklin\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jan Collaert (I)","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58491612660047,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58491612725583,"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":58491612823887,"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":58491612856655,"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":58491612922191,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-King-Answering-the-People_Poster_CompositorV1_1786381838775.jpg?v=1786926808"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.com\/en-nz\/collections\/jan-collaert-i.oembed","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}