{"title":"Jan De Bisschop","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"view-of-nieuwkoop-jan-de-bisschop","title":"View of Nieuwkoop - Jan de Bisschop","description":"\u003cp\u003eA seventeenth-century topographical drawing by Jan de Bisschop, depicting the village of Nieuwkoop in pen and brown wash.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThis drawing by Jan de Bisschop captures a quiet moment in the Dutch village of Nieuwkoop during the seventeenth century. De Bisschop, a lawyer by profession and a skilled draughtsman by avocation, was known for his ability to record the specific character of the Dutch countryside. His approach to drawing often involved the use of brown ink and wash, a technique that allows for subtle gradations of light and shadow across the paper surface.\n\nThe composition centres on the village church tower, which rises above the modest, thatched-roof dwellings. The artist employs a clear sense of perspective, guiding the eye from the foreground structures toward the village centre. Small figures are placed within the scene, providing a sense of scale and daily activity without distracting from the architectural focus. The use of wash creates a soft, atmospheric quality, suggesting the diffused light typical of the region.\n\nDe Bisschop was a significant figure in the dissemination of classical and contemporary art through his print publications, yet his own drawings reveal a personal interest in the topography of the Netherlands. This work reflects the Dutch tradition of documenting local surroundings with precision and restraint. The paper retains its original texture, and the ink lines remain crisp, demonstrating the artist's control over his medium. By focusing on the vernacular architecture and the simple layout of the village, the drawing offers a glimpse into the rural life of the period. It is a study of form and light, executed with the economy of means characteristic of the Dutch Golden Age draughtsmen who preferred clarity over excessive 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\/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\/pastoral-landscape-with-the-ponte-molle-claude-lorrain\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePastoral Landscape with the Ponte Molle - Claude Lorrain — Claude Lorrain\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jan de Bisschop","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58234145734991,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58234145800527,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58234145833295,"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":58234145931599,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58234145964367,"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":58234145997135,"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":58234146062671,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58234146095439,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58234146128207,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58234146160975,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58234146226511,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58234146259279,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58234146324815,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58234146357583,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ XS Canvas (20x30cm) \/ -","offer_id":58234146881871,"sku":null,"price":30.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ Small Canvas (30x40cm) \/ -","offer_id":58234146914639,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58234146980175,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/View-of-Nieuwkoop_Poster_CompositorV1_1782614644931.jpg?v=1782616465"},{"product_id":"plate-23-aurora-dawn-jan-de-bisschop","title":"Plate 23: Aurora (Dawn) - Jan de Bisschop","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed etching by Jan de Bisschop depicting the figure of Aurora, based on Michelangelo's sculpture from the Medici Chapel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThis etching by Jan de Bisschop is part of his collection titled 'Signorum Veterum Icones', a series documenting classical sculptures found in Rome. The work depicts a reclining female figure, identified as Aurora, based on the sculpture by Michelangelo in the Medici Chapel. De Bisschop, a Dutch lawyer and amateur artist, produced these prints to provide Northern European artists with access to the proportions and forms of Italian Renaissance and classical statuary.\n\nThe print demonstrates the technical precision characteristic of seventeenth-century Dutch etching. De Bisschop employs a system of fine, parallel hatching to define the musculature and the soft contours of the figure. The light source appears to originate from the upper left, casting subtle shadows that give the form a sense of volume against the plain background. The inscription at the base, 'M.A. Bon.e marm. Fr. Salv.d.', refers to Michelangelo Buonarroti as the sculptor of the original marble, while 'Fr. Salv.d.' indicates the draughtsman or engraver involved in the reproduction process.\n\nUnlike many of his contemporaries who focused on genre scenes or landscapes, de Bisschop dedicated his artistic output to the study of antiquity. His work functions as a visual record of how classical art was perceived and disseminated during the Dutch Golden Age. The composition remains faithful to the original sculpture, capturing the specific pose and the heavy, rhythmic drapery that defines the figure. This print offers a clear view of the anatomical study methods employed by artists of the period, who relied on such reproductions to refine their understanding of human form and classical aesthetics. The monochromatic palette and clean lines make this piece suitable for a variety of interior settings, particularly those with an appreciation for historical art and classical motifs.\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-martin-ryckaert-anthony-van-dyck\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortrait of Martin Ryckaert - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/self-portrait-as-the-allegory-of-painting-artemisia-gentileschi\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eSelf-Portrait as the Allegory of Painting - Artemisia Gentileschi — Artemisia Gentileschi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jan de Bisschop","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58180813062479,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58180813128015,"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":58180813226319,"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":58180813259087,"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":58180813324623,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58231310614863,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58231310647631,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58231310680399,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58231310713167,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58231310745935,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58231310811471,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58231310844239,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58231310909775,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58231310942543,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ XS Canvas (20x30cm) \/ -","offer_id":58231311466831,"sku":null,"price":30.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ Small Canvas (30x40cm) \/ -","offer_id":58231311499599,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58231311565135,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Plate-23_-Aurora-Dawn-_Poster_CompositorV1_1783389608886.jpg?v=1783630148"},{"product_id":"houses-and-a-well-near-koudekerk-jan-de-bisschop","title":"Houses and a Well near Koudekerk - Jan de Bisschop","description":"\u003cp\u003eA serene Dutch Golden Age ink and wash drawing depicting a rural scene with a stone well and timber-framed houses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJan de Bisschop, a lawyer by profession and an amateur artist of considerable skill, produced this drawing during the Dutch Golden Age. His work often focused on the rural surroundings of the Netherlands, capturing the quiet, everyday character of the countryside. This piece depicts a modest cluster of buildings and a stone well, framed by the heavy, dark foliage of mature trees. The composition relies on the contrast between the illuminated foreground and the shaded areas beneath the canopy, a technique common in seventeenth-century Dutch ink and wash studies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDe Bisschop utilised a combination of fine pen lines to define the architectural forms and broader, fluid applications of brown wash to establish depth and shadow. The well acts as a central anchor, drawing the eye into the scene, while the surrounding trees provide a natural enclosure. His approach to the medium is characteristic of his broader body of work, which often sought to document specific locations with a sense of atmospheric realism. The drawing avoids unnecessary ornamentation, focusing instead on the play of light across the textures of stone, wood, and leaf. By employing a monochromatic palette, the artist directs attention to the structural relationships within the scene and the subtle gradations of tone. This work provides a glimpse into the topographical interests of the period, where artists frequently recorded the vernacular architecture of their local environment. The sketch-like quality suggests an observation made directly from nature, preserving a moment of stillness in the Dutch province of South Holland. It remains a representative example of the period's preference for naturalistic, unpretentious subject matter rendered with technical precision.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jan de Bisschop","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58360772624719,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58360772690255,"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":58360772788559,"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":58360772821327,"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":58360772886863,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Houses-and-a-Well-near-Koudekerk_Poster_CompositorV1_1785538454408.jpg?v=1785538619"},{"product_id":"plate-39-three-standing-male-figures-jan-de-bisschop","title":"Plate 39: Three Standing Male Figures - Jan de Bisschop","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed etching by Jan de Bisschop featuring three male figures, each rendered in the distinct style of Italian Renaissance masters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by the Dutch artist and lawyer Jan de Bisschop originates from his collection of prints, 'Signorum Veterum Icones' or 'Paradigmata Graphices'. De Bisschop was known for his efforts to document and disseminate the styles of Italian masters to Northern European audiences. This specific plate demonstrates his technical proficiency in reproducing the varied approaches to drapery and human anatomy found in Italian Renaissance and Mannerist drawings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition presents three distinct male figures, each attributed to a different Italian master: Taddeo Zuccaro, Giuseppe Cesari (known as Il Cavaliere d'Arpino), and Domenico Ghirlandaio. The print functions as a pedagogical tool, allowing the viewer to compare the heavy, structured folds of the Zuccaro figure on the left with the dynamic, wind-swept motion of the central figure by Cesari, and the more classical, balanced stance of the Ghirlandaio figure on the right.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDe Bisschop employs a refined etching technique to mimic the qualities of ink and wash drawings. He uses cross-hatching and varied line weights to suggest volume and shadow, effectively translating the original graphic intentions of the Italian artists into the medium of print. The work is a clear example of the seventeenth-century interest in the 'Grand Manner', where artists sought to master the human form through the study of historical precedents. The figures are presented against a neutral background, focusing the viewer's attention on the articulation of the limbs and the fall of the fabric. This print remains a valuable record of how historical styles were interpreted and preserved by artists in the Netherlands during the late seventeenth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/dalliance-with-a-dog-thomas-rowlandson\" 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;\"\u003eDalliance With a Dog - Thomas Rowlandson — Thomas Rowlandson\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/le-point-du-jour-auguste-louis-lepere\" 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;\"\u003eLe Point-du-Jour - Auguste Louis Lepère — Auguste Louis Lepère\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jan de Bisschop","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58360778391887,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58360778457423,"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":58360778555727,"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":58360778588495,"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":58360778654031,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Plate-39_-Three-Standing-Male-Figures_Poster_CompositorV1_1785538616123.jpg?v=1785538752"},{"product_id":"plate-i-satyr-beating-time-with-a-wooden-foot-clapper-jan-de-bisschop","title":"Plate I: Satyr Beating Time with a Wooden Foot-clapper - Jan de Bisschop","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century etching by Jan de Bisschop, documenting a classical sculpture of a satyr using a foot-clapper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Jan de Bisschop is a plate from his influential publication, 'Signorum Veterum Icones', a collection of prints documenting classical sculptures found in Rome. De Bisschop, a Dutch lawyer and amateur artist, produced these works to provide Northern European artists with access to the proportions and forms of antique statuary. The image depicts a satyr, a figure from Greek mythology, engaged in the act of beating time with a wooden foot-clapper, a device known as a scabellum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe figure is rendered with precise, controlled lines that define the musculature and anatomical structure of the body. De Bisschop employs cross-hatching to create depth and shadow, effectively translating the three-dimensional volume of the original marble sculpture into a two-dimensional medium. The composition is stark, focusing entirely on the figure against a neutral background, which allows the viewer to examine the classical pose and the artist's technical approach to etching.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDe Bisschop's work is notable for its clarity and its role in the dissemination of classical ideals during the seventeenth century. By documenting these sculptures, he contributed to the training of artists who were unable to travel to Italy. The print captures the balance between the physical exertion of the satyr and the static nature of the sculpture itself. The inclusion of the artist's monogram, J.B., in the lower right corner confirms his authorship of this specific plate. This print offers a glimpse into the academic practices of the period, where the study of ancient forms was a primary method for developing artistic skill and understanding human anatomy.\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-martin-ryckaert-anthony-van-dyck\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortrait of Martin Ryckaert - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/self-portrait-as-the-allegory-of-painting-artemisia-gentileschi\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eSelf-Portrait as the Allegory of Painting - Artemisia Gentileschi — Artemisia Gentileschi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jan de Bisschop","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58360861917519,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58360861983055,"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":58360862081359,"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":58360862114127,"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":58360862179663,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Plate-I_-Satyr-Beating-Time-with-a-Wooden-Foot-clapper_Poster_CompositorV1_1785538842356.jpg?v=1785539025"},{"product_id":"struggle-of-two-of-the-damned-jan-de-bisschop","title":"Struggle of Two of the Damned - Jan de Bisschop","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century etching by Jan de Bisschop, reproducing a classical study of two figures in a physical struggle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Jan de Bisschop, a Dutch lawyer and amateur artist, belongs to his collection of prints titled 'Signorum Veterum Icones'. The work reproduces a composition attributed to Michelangelo Buonarroti, as indicated by the inscription 'M.A. Bonar. invx.' at the base of the plate. De Bisschop was instrumental in disseminating the aesthetic principles of Italian Renaissance masters to a Northern European audience through his precise, clean etching technique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe image depicts two figures locked in a physical contest. The anatomy is rendered with careful attention to musculature, reflecting the influence of classical sculpture and the Mannerist tradition. De Bisschop employs fine, parallel hatching lines to define the contours and volume of the bodies, creating a sense of three-dimensional form against a neutral background. The composition focuses entirely on the interaction between the two figures, stripping away environmental context to prioritise the study of human movement and tension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a practitioner of the Dutch Golden Age, de Bisschop sought to bridge the gap between the classical ideals of Rome and the print culture of the Netherlands. His work serves as a record of how Renaissance compositions were interpreted and circulated during the seventeenth century. The clarity of his line work allows the viewer to observe the specific anatomical choices made by the original designer, providing a clear window into the academic study of the human form during this period. This print is a representative example of the pedagogical function of reproductive engraving, where the goal was to preserve and transmit the visual language of the great masters for students and collectors 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\/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\/pastoral-landscape-with-the-ponte-molle-claude-lorrain\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePastoral Landscape with the Ponte Molle - Claude Lorrain — Claude Lorrain\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jan de Bisschop","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58360880759119,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58360880824655,"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":58360880922959,"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":58360880955727,"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":58360881021263,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Struggle-of-Two-of-the-Damned_Poster_CompositorV1_1785539049439.jpg?v=1785539390"},{"product_id":"plate-18-girl-carrying-water-jan-de-bisschop","title":"Plate 18: Girl Carrying Water - Jan de Bisschop","description":"\u003cp\u003eA classical figure study by Jan de Bisschop, this etching captures a woman carrying water vessels, based on an original design by Raphael.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Jan de Bisschop, a prominent Dutch lawyer and amateur artist, belongs to his collection of prints reproducing classical sculptures and Renaissance works. The composition derives from the work of Raphael, as indicated by the inscription 'Raf. Urb. invx.' at the base, which attributes the original design to Raphael of Urbino. The figure is depicted in a contrapposto stance, balancing a large vessel upon her head while holding a second container in her left hand. Her drapery is rendered with fluid, sweeping lines that suggest movement and weight, characteristic of the classical tradition that de Bisschop sought to document and disseminate among his contemporaries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDe Bisschop was instrumental in the publication of 'Paradigmata Graphices' and 'Signorum Veterum Icones', volumes that provided artists with access to the forms of antiquity. His technique involves a delicate use of hatching and cross-hatching to model the form of the figure and the folds of the fabric. The background remains largely unadorned, allowing the viewer to focus on the anatomical precision and the rhythmic quality of the drapery. The print reflects the seventeenth-century interest in the study of classical models as a foundation for artistic training. By translating these sculptural forms into the medium of etching, de Bisschop created a resource that bridged the gap between the art of the Italian Renaissance and the Northern European tradition. The work serves as a record of the aesthetic values held by collectors and artists during the Dutch Golden Age, who looked to the classical past for inspiration and technical guidance.\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\/pastoral-landscape-with-the-ponte-molle-claude-lorrain\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePastoral Landscape with the Ponte Molle - Claude Lorrain — Claude Lorrain\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jan de Bisschop","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58360881611087,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58360881676623,"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":58360881774927,"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":58360881807695,"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":58360881873231,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Plate-18_-Girl-Carrying-Water_Poster_CompositorV1_1785539215550.jpg?v=1785539402"},{"product_id":"plate-20-caryatid-jan-de-bisschop","title":"Plate 20: Caryatid - Jan de Bisschop","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn etching by Jan de Bisschop depicting a classical caryatid, originally designed by Daniele da Volterra, from the 1671 publication Signorum Veterum Icones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Jan de Bisschop, a Dutch lawyer and amateur artist, originates from his influential publication, 'Signorum Veterum Icones'. The work depicts a caryatid, a sculpted female figure serving as an architectural support, rendered with the precision characteristic of seventeenth-century printmaking. De Bisschop was known for his efforts to document classical sculptures found in Rome, translating three-dimensional marble forms into two-dimensional etched plates for a wider audience of artists and collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe figure stands in a contrapposto stance, her arms raised to support an unseen architectural element. Her drapery is rendered with fine, rhythmic lines that suggest the weight and texture of fabric, while the shading provides a sense of volume and form. The inscription 'D.d.Volterra inv.d.' indicates that the original design is attributed to Daniele da Volterra, a sixteenth-century Italian artist. De Bisschop’s technique relies on a combination of cross-hatching and delicate parallel lines to define the contours of the body and the folds of the garment. The composition is contained within a vertical frame, typical of the plates found in his instructional manuals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy reproducing these classical motifs, de Bisschop provided a visual catalogue for his contemporaries, allowing them to study the proportions and poses of antiquity without travelling to Italy. The print captures the transition of classical themes into the Baroque era, where the focus remained on the study of the human figure and the mastery of light and shadow. The clarity of the line work and the balanced composition reflect the educational purpose of the original volume. This print offers a view into the historical practice of copying and disseminating classical art through the medium of etching, a common pursuit for artists and scholars in the Dutch Golden Age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/portrait-of-martin-ryckaert-anthony-van-dyck\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortrait of Martin Ryckaert - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/self-portrait-as-the-allegory-of-painting-artemisia-gentileschi\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eSelf-Portrait as the Allegory of Painting - Artemisia Gentileschi — Artemisia Gentileschi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jan de Bisschop","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58360886919503,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58360886985039,"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":58360887083343,"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":58360887116111,"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":58360887181647,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Plate-20_-Caryatid_Poster_CompositorV1_1785539518727.jpg?v=1785539625"},{"product_id":"plate-24-aurora-dawn-jan-de-bisschop","title":"Plate 24: Aurora (Dawn) - Jan de Bisschop","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed etching by Jan de Bisschop, documenting Michelangelo's Aurora sculpture from the Medici Chapel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Jan de Bisschop is part of his influential collection, 'Signorum Veterum Icones', which documented classical sculptures found in Rome. The work depicts the figure of Aurora, based on the sculpture by Michelangelo located in the Medici Chapel. De Bisschop, a lawyer by profession and an amateur artist, possessed a keen eye for the nuances of classical form. His technique relies on precise, rhythmic hatching to define the musculature and the soft curvature of the reclining figure. The lines follow the contours of the body, creating a sense of volume and weight that mimics the physical presence of marble.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this print, the figure rests upon a curved architectural element, her pose suggesting a state of awakening. The inscription 'M.A. Bon. e marm.' refers to Michelangelo Buonarroti and the original marble medium. De Bisschop utilised the etching process to translate the three-dimensional qualities of the sculpture into a two-dimensional graphic format. The background remains largely empty, focusing the viewer's attention entirely on the anatomical accuracy and the graceful posture of the subject. This print serves as an example of the seventeenth-century interest in classical antiquity and the systematic recording of European art history. The clarity of the line work and the balanced composition reflect the artist's dedication to capturing the essence of the original sculpture with fidelity. It remains a study of form, light, and shadow, demonstrating the technical capabilities of Dutch printmaking during this period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/mannen-maken-rekensommen-jan-luyken\" 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;\"\u003eMannen maken rekensommen - Jan Luyken — Jan Luyken\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/the-ancients-and-the-animals-accept-the-offering-of-the-poet-claude-gillot\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Ancients and the Animals Accept the Offering of the Poet - Claude Gillot — Claude Gillot\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jan de Bisschop","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58360897012047,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58360897077583,"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":58360897175887,"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":58360897208655,"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":58360897274191,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Plate-24_-Aurora-Dawn-_Poster_CompositorV1_1785539648560.jpg?v=1785539956"},{"product_id":"plate-19-sibyl-or-miriam-the-sister-of-moses-jan-de-bisschop","title":"Plate 19: Sibyl (?) or Miriam, the Sister of Moses (?) - Jan de Bisschop","description":"\u003cp\u003eA classical etching by Jan de Bisschop, depicting a seated female figure in flowing robes, rendered with precise hatching and shadow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Jan de Bisschop, a Dutch lawyer and amateur artist, belongs to a series of prints that document his study of classical and Italian Renaissance masters. De Bisschop was known for his ability to translate the painterly qualities of drawings into the medium of etching. This specific plate, numbered 19, depicts a seated female figure holding a tablet or book, draped in flowing classical robes. The ambiguity of the subject, labelled as either a Sibyl or Miriam, the sister of Moses, reflects the period's interest in classical iconography and biblical narrative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition relies on the interplay of light and shadow, achieved through precise hatching and cross-hatching techniques. The figure is positioned against a simple architectural backdrop, which directs the viewer's attention to the posture and the folds of the fabric. De Bisschop's technique captures the weight and texture of the drapery, demonstrating his technical proficiency in reproducing the style of earlier masters. The inclusion of the inscription 'Pomerant.inv.d.' suggests the work is based on a design by another artist, likely an Italian master whose work de Bisschop sought to preserve and disseminate through his prints.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a practitioner of the Dutch Golden Age, de Bisschop contributed to the circulation of artistic knowledge across Europe. His prints served as educational tools for other artists, providing access to the compositions of the Italian school. This work is a clear example of the seventeenth-century practice of copying and interpreting historical art, which was essential for the development of artistic training. The print maintains a balance between the formal rigour of the original design and the expressive potential of the etching needle, resulting in a work that is both a historical record and an independent artistic statement.\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\/mannen-maken-rekensommen-jan-luyken\" 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;\"\u003eMannen maken rekensommen - Jan Luyken — Jan Luyken\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/the-ancients-and-the-animals-accept-the-offering-of-the-poet-claude-gillot\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Ancients and the Animals Accept the Offering of the Poet - Claude Gillot — Claude Gillot\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jan de Bisschop","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58360898322767,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58360898388303,"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":58360898486607,"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":58360898519375,"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":58360898584911,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Plate-19_-Sibyl-_-or-Miriam-the-Sister-of-Moses-_-_Poster_CompositorV1_1785539793270.jpg?v=1785540015"},{"product_id":"signorum-veterum-icones-binding-detail-jan-de-bisschop","title":"Signorum veterum icones (Binding Detail) - Jan de Bisschop","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed study of the weathered, seventeenth-century leather binding of Jan de Bisschop's Signorum veterum icones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis image captures the weathered exterior of a historical binding associated with Jan de Bisschop's Signorum veterum icones. Published in the late seventeenth century, this collection of etchings documented classical sculptures found in Rome. De Bisschop, a lawyer by profession and an accomplished amateur artist, produced these works to provide Dutch artists with a visual reference for antique statuary, as travel to Italy remained difficult for many during this period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe physical object shown here displays the characteristic signs of age found on seventeenth-century leather bindings. The surface exhibits a mottled, ochre-toned patina, with visible scuffs, abrasions, and areas of wear that reveal the history of the volume. The texture of the leather is uneven, suggesting a long period of handling and storage. The spine edge shows signs of fraying, typical for books of this era that have survived centuries of use in libraries or private collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a document of the Dutch Golden Age, the work represents the period's fascination with classical antiquity and the dissemination of knowledge through print culture. While the interior pages contain the etchings for which the publication is known, the cover itself serves as a tactile record of the book's survival. The muted, earthy tones and the organic irregularities of the leather surface offer a glimpse into the material culture of the seventeenth century. This print provides a study of historical texture, suitable for those interested in the physical preservation of early modern printed works.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jan de Bisschop","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58360900518223,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58360900583759,"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":58360900682063,"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":58360900714831,"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":58360900780367,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Signorum-veterum-icones-Binding-Detail-_Poster_CompositorV1_1785539917183.jpg?v=1785540112"},{"product_id":"statue-of-a-woman-usually-called-a-vestal-virgin-jan-de-bisschop","title":"Statue of a Woman, usually called a Vestal Virgin - Jan de Bisschop","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century etching by Jan de Bisschop, depicting a classical statue of a Vestal Virgin from his publication on ancient sculpture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Jan de Bisschop, a Dutch lawyer and artist, originates from his publication 'Signorum Veterum Icones'. This collection provided European artists with visual records of classical sculptures found in Rome. The work depicts a standing female figure draped in traditional Roman garments, positioned beside a small, flaming altar. The artist employs precise, controlled lines to define the folds of the fabric and the contours of the figure, reflecting the technical rigour common in seventeenth-century printmaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDe Bisschop was instrumental in the dissemination of classical aesthetics during the Dutch Golden Age. By documenting these statues, he allowed artists who could not travel to Italy to study the proportions and poses of antiquity. The figure, identified as a Vestal Virgin, holds a small object in her right hand while her left hand gestures toward the flame. The composition is balanced, focusing on the interaction between the human form and the ritualistic object. The etching captures the texture of the stone through varied hatching techniques, creating a sense of volume and weight. This print serves as a historical record of how classical subjects were interpreted and circulated through the medium of etching in the late seventeenth century. The work remains a clear example of the period's interest in the preservation of antique forms through graphic arts.\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-martin-ryckaert-anthony-van-dyck\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortrait of Martin Ryckaert - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/self-portrait-as-the-allegory-of-painting-artemisia-gentileschi\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eSelf-Portrait as the Allegory of Painting - Artemisia Gentileschi — Artemisia Gentileschi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jan de Bisschop","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58360909627727,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58360909693263,"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":58360909791567,"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":58360909824335,"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":58360909889871,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Statue-of-a-Woman-usually-called-a-Vestal-Virgin_Poster_CompositorV1_1785540273738.jpg?v=1785540409"},{"product_id":"sacra-conversazione-jan-de-bisschop","title":"Sacra Conversazione - Jan de Bisschop","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed 17th-century etching by Jan de Bisschop, reproducing a religious composition by Giorgio Vasari.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Jan de Bisschop, a Dutch lawyer and artist, reproduces a composition by the Italian Mannerist painter Giorgio Vasari. The work depicts a Sacra Conversazione, a traditional subject in Christian art showing the Virgin and Child surrounded by saints. De Bisschop was well known for his efforts to document and disseminate the styles of Italian masters to a Northern European audience through his publications, such as the 'Signorum Veterum Icones' and 'Paradigmata Graphices'.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe print demonstrates the technical precision characteristic of de Bisschop's etching style. He employs a variety of line weights to define the drapery of the figures, the architectural elements in the background, and the soft modelling of the infant Christ. The composition is arranged in a pyramidal structure, common in Renaissance and Mannerist devotional art, which draws the eye toward the central figures of the Virgin and Child. The inclusion of a broken column and an open book in the foreground adds symbolic weight to the scene, referencing the foundations of faith and the study of scripture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDe Bisschop's work is notable for its ability to translate the tonal qualities of Italian paintings into the monochromatic medium of etching. By using cross-hatching and varied line density, he captures the play of light and shadow across the figures. This print serves as an example of the seventeenth-century interest in classical and Italianate art, reflecting the broader European trend of collecting and studying the works of the Old Masters. The print remains a clear record of Vasari's original design, preserved through de Bisschop's careful hand.\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-martin-ryckaert-anthony-van-dyck\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortrait of Martin Ryckaert - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/self-portrait-as-the-allegory-of-painting-artemisia-gentileschi\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eSelf-Portrait as the Allegory of Painting - Artemisia Gentileschi — Artemisia Gentileschi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jan de Bisschop","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58360914936143,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58360915001679,"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":58360915099983,"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":58360915132751,"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":58360915198287,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Sacra-Conversazione_Poster_CompositorV1_1785540407277.jpg?v=1785540534"},{"product_id":"plate-33-eight-seated-prophets-and-sibyls-holding-tablets-jan-de-bisschop","title":"Plate 33: Eight Seated Prophets and Sibyls, Holding Tablets - Jan de Bisschop","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed etching by Jan de Bisschop, reproducing the figures of prophets and sibyls from Correggio's frescoes in the Cathedral of Parma.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Jan de Bisschop, a Dutch lawyer and amateur artist, originates from his publication 'Signorum Veterum Icones'. The work serves as a reproduction of the figures painted by Correggio in the dome of the Cathedral of Parma. De Bisschop was known for his efforts to document classical and Renaissance art, providing European artists with access to Italian masterpieces through his precise printmaking techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition presents eight distinct figures, arranged in pairs across four horizontal registers. Each figure is depicted in a seated posture, interacting with a tablet or book. The artist employs a system of fine, parallel hatching to define the volume of the drapery and the contours of the human form. This technique mimics the appearance of pen and ink drawings, a hallmark of de Bisschop's graphic style. The figures exhibit the characteristic grace and torsion associated with Correggio's High Renaissance manner, captured here through the lens of seventeenth-century Dutch printmaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy translating these monumental fresco figures into a portable format, de Bisschop allowed for the wider dissemination of Italian compositional methods. The print demonstrates a clear focus on the study of the human figure in various states of repose and contemplation. The lack of background detail ensures that the viewer's attention remains fixed on the anatomical structure and the fall of light across the fabric. This print is a representative example of the pedagogical function of reproductive engravings during the seventeenth century, where the primary objective was the accurate transmission of form and style from one medium to another.\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-colney-john-crome\" 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 Colney - John Crome — John Crome\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/the-black-cat-alphonse-legros\" 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 Black Cat - Alphonse Legros — Alphonse Legros\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jan de Bisschop","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58360915984719,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58360916050255,"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":58360916148559,"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":58360916181327,"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":58360916246863,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Plate-33_-Eight-Seated-Prophets-and-Sibyls-Holding-Tablets_Poster_CompositorV1_1785540512900.jpg?v=1785540582"},{"product_id":"simon-magus-rebuked-by-saint-peter-jan-de-bisschop","title":"Simon Magus Rebuked by Saint Peter - Jan de Bisschop","description":"\u003cp\u003eA dramatic ink and wash drawing by Jan de Bisschop depicting the biblical fall of Simon Magus, rendered with fluid lines and classical architectural detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis drawing by Jan de Bisschop depicts the biblical narrative of Simon Magus, a sorcerer who attempted to purchase the power of the Holy Spirit from the apostles. The scene captures the moment of divine intervention where Simon Magus, having attempted to fly through his own artifice, is cast down by the prayers of Saint Peter. The composition is structured around the central figure of Peter, who stands with an arm raised in condemnation, while the sorcerer falls from the sky in the upper right quadrant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDe Bisschop, a lawyer by profession and a skilled draughtsman, was known for his ability to translate the classical compositions of Italian masters into his own graphic language. The work utilises a monochromatic palette of brown ink and wash, which allows the artist to focus on the dramatic interplay of light and shadow. The architectural setting, reminiscent of a Roman amphitheatre, provides a sense of scale and historical gravity to the event. The figures are rendered with fluid, calligraphic lines that define their drapery and gestures, creating a sense of movement and urgency within the static medium of ink on paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a practitioner of the Dutch Golden Age, de Bisschop was deeply influenced by the classical tradition. His work often served as a bridge between the Italian Renaissance style and the Northern European artistic sensibility. This particular study demonstrates his command of perspective and his ability to organise complex groups of figures within a narrative frame. The wash application provides depth, separating the foreground observers from the distant, arched structures of the arena. This print captures the technical precision and narrative clarity that defined de Bisschop's approach to historical subjects, offering a window into the artistic practices of the seventeenth-century Netherlands.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jan de Bisschop","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58360919884111,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58360919949647,"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":58360920047951,"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":58360920080719,"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":58360920146255,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Simon-Magus-Rebuked-by-Saint-Peter_Poster_CompositorV1_1785540658560.jpg?v=1785540774"},{"product_id":"woman-in-sixteenth-century-costume-jan-de-bisschop","title":"Woman in Sixteenth-Century Costume - Jan de Bisschop","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed study by Jan de Bisschop depicting a woman in sixteenth-century attire, rendered in pen and brown ink with wash.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis drawing by the Dutch artist Jan de Bisschop captures a figure dressed in the elaborate fashion of the sixteenth century. De Bisschop, who was also a lawyer by profession, maintained a reputation for his skilled copies of classical sculpture and his own original drawings. His technique here relies on the application of brown ink and wash to define the volume of the garment and the posture of the subject.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe figure is depicted in profile, allowing for a clear view of the structured ruff, the puffed sleeves, and the heavy, pleated skirt. The artist uses wash to suggest the play of light across the fabric, creating depth without the need for complex shading. The silhouette is defined by the rigid lines of the period dress, which contrasts with the fluid application of the ink wash. The subject's pose, with one hand extended, suggests a moment of quiet observation or social interaction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDe Bisschop was known for his interest in the history of art and the study of historical costume. This work reflects his ability to translate the aesthetic of a previous century into his own contemporary medium. The paper shows signs of age, which complements the sepia tones of the ink. The composition is balanced, focusing entirely on the figure against a plain background, which directs the viewer's attention to the details of the historical attire. This piece offers a glimpse into the artistic practices of the seventeenth-century Netherlands, where the study of historical form was a common pursuit among draughtsmen.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jan de Bisschop","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58360923947343,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58360924012879,"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":58360924111183,"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":58360924143951,"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":58360924209487,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Woman-in-Sixteenth-Century-Costume_Poster_CompositorV1_1785540775985.jpg?v=1785540952"},{"product_id":"portrait-of-bernardus-somer-jan-de-bisschop","title":"Portrait of Bernardus Somer - Jan de Bisschop","description":"\u003cp\u003eA refined seventeenth-century portrait by Jan de Bisschop, executed in pen and brown wash, capturing the subject with subtle tonal modelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis portrait by Jan de Bisschop captures the subject, identified as Bernardus Somer, in a classic seventeenth-century Dutch style. De Bisschop, a lawyer by profession and an artist by avocation, was known for his technical proficiency in drawing and printmaking. He often utilised brown ink and wash to create tonal depth, a technique clearly visible in the modelling of the sitter's face and the folds of his cloak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is contained within an oval format, a common choice for portraiture of the period. The sitter is depicted in a three-quarter view, wearing a plain white collar, which provides a stark contrast to the darker, fluid washes used for his garments. The artist employs light and shadow to define the facial features, conveying a sense of presence and character without unnecessary embellishment. The handling of the wash demonstrates a controlled application, allowing the paper to act as a highlight, particularly on the collar and the bridge of the nose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJan de Bisschop was an influential figure in the Dutch art scene, particularly through his publications that disseminated classical models to other artists. His own drawings often reflect a balance between observation and the stylistic conventions of his time. This work is a representative example of his portraiture, showing his ability to capture individual likeness through a disciplined use of ink and wash. The portrait remains a study in the restrained elegance characteristic of the Dutch Golden Age, where the focus remains on the sitter's expression and the subtle interplay of light across the form.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jan de Bisschop","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58360928698703,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58360928764239,"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":58360928862543,"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":58360928895311,"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":58360928960847,"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-Bernardus-Somer_Poster_CompositorV1_1785541089047.jpg?v=1785541302"},{"product_id":"joseph-distributing-grain-in-egypt-jan-de-bisschop","title":"Joseph Distributing Grain in Egypt - Jan de Bisschop","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century etching by Jan de Bisschop depicting the biblical scene of Joseph managing grain distribution in Egypt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Jan de Bisschop depicts the biblical narrative of Joseph, who served as an administrator in Egypt during a period of famine. The composition is structured around a central architectural platform where Joseph stands, sheltered by a parasol, overseeing the distribution of grain to the populace. Below him, figures gather with sacks and baskets, while to the right, a caravan of camels and livestock suggests the scale of the relief effort. The background features classical structures and an obelisk, reflecting the seventeenth-century European interpretation of ancient Egyptian settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDe Bisschop, a lawyer by profession and an amateur artist, was known for his technical skill in etching. His work often involved the reproduction of classical sculptures and the creation of original compositions based on historical or religious themes. This print demonstrates his ability to manage complex, multi-figure scenes through precise line work and cross-hatching. The inclusion of Latin text at the base of the image provides the scriptural context, a common practice in printmaking of this period to guide the viewer through the narrative. The scene balances the authority of the central figure with the chaotic activity of the crowd, creating a sense of movement and urgency. The architectural elements provide a rigid frame for the more fluid, organic forms of the people and animals, demonstrating a clear grasp of perspective and spatial organisation. This print offers a view into the artistic interests of the Dutch Golden Age, where biblical subjects were frequently explored through the medium of print to reach a wider audience of collectors and scholars.\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-colney-john-crome\" 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 Colney - John Crome — John Crome\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/the-black-cat-alphonse-legros\" 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 Black Cat - Alphonse Legros — Alphonse Legros\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jan de Bisschop","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58360931778895,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58360931844431,"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":58360931942735,"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":58360931975503,"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":58360932041039,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Joseph-Distributing-Grain-in-Egypt_Poster_CompositorV1_1785541330711.jpg?v=1785541454"},{"product_id":"frontispiece-to-paradigmata-graphices-variorum-artificum-jan-de-bisschop","title":"Frontispiece to Paradigmata graphices variorum artificum - Jan de Bisschop","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century etching serving as the frontispiece to Jan de Bisschop's drawing manual, featuring allegorical figures of the arts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching serves as the frontispiece for Jan de Bisschop's influential drawing manual, Paradigmata graphices variorum artificum. Published in The Hague in 1671, the work functions as a pedagogical tool for artists, collecting various models of classical sculpture and master drawings for study. De Bisschop, a lawyer by profession and an amateur artist of considerable skill, produced this collection to provide students with a structured approach to the classical tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is an elaborate allegory of the arts. At the centre, a bust of a classical figure rests upon a pedestal, flanked by two female personifications. One figure, seated at a table, engages in the act of drawing, while the other stands, holding a portfolio. Below them, a group of putti study from open books, representing the transmission of knowledge from one generation to the next. Above, a winged figure of Fame blows a trumpet, holding a laurel wreath to crown the artistic endeavour. The setting is a classical rotunda, which provides a sense of architectural order and historical continuity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTechnically, the print demonstrates the precision characteristic of Dutch seventeenth-century printmaking. The use of hatching and cross-hatching creates depth and volume, particularly in the drapery of the figures and the architectural elements of the rotunda. The inclusion of the title and publication details on the central pedestal integrates the text into the visual narrative, a common practice in early modern book design. This print offers a glimpse into the educational methods of the period, where the study of antique sculpture and the works of Italian masters formed the basis of an artist's training. It remains a significant document for those interested in the history of art education and the reception of classical forms in Northern Europe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/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\/pastoral-landscape-with-the-ponte-molle-claude-lorrain\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePastoral Landscape with the Ponte Molle - Claude Lorrain — Claude Lorrain\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jan de Bisschop","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58360936235343,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58360936300879,"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":58360936399183,"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":58360936431951,"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":58360936497487,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Frontispiece-to-Paradigmata-graphices-variorum-artificum_Poster_CompositorV1_1785541593506.jpg?v=1785541684"},{"product_id":"icons-and-paradigmata-jan-de-bisschop","title":"Icons and Paradigmata - Jan de Bisschop","description":"\u003cp\u003eA classic pedagogical print from the 1671 collection by Jan de Bisschop, designed to instruct students in the techniques of classical drawing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIcons and Paradigmata, published in 1671, represents a significant contribution to the pedagogical literature of the Dutch Golden Age. Jan de Bisschop, a lawyer by profession and a skilled amateur draughtsman, compiled this collection to provide students of art with a systematic approach to drawing. The work functions as a manual, offering a series of plates that demonstrate the proper techniques for rendering the human form, drapery, and classical sculpture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDe Bisschop drew inspiration from the Italian masters, particularly those of the Roman school. His approach reflects the academic tradition of the period, which prioritised the study of antique statues and the works of artists such as Annibale Carracci. By disseminating these images, he sought to standardise the training of young artists in the Netherlands, bridging the gap between Northern European traditions and the classical ideals of the Mediterranean.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe visual quality of the prints is characterised by a refined use of line and shadow. De Bisschop employed etching to capture the fluidity of the original drawings, while using engraving to add structure and depth to the forms. The resulting images possess a clarity that makes them effective tools for instruction. The plates often feature figures in various poses, allowing the student to observe the mechanics of anatomy and the play of light across surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis print serves as a record of the artistic values held by the Dutch elite during the seventeenth century. It demonstrates an appreciation for classical order and the importance of rigorous practice. For the modern viewer, the work offers a glimpse into the methods used to cultivate artistic skill in the past. It remains a subject of interest for those studying the history of art education and the transmission of classical motifs across Europe.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jan de Bisschop","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58360940659023,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58360940724559,"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":58360940822863,"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":58360940855631,"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":58360940921167,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Icons-and-Paradigmata_Poster_CompositorV1_1785541734325.jpg?v=1785541891"},{"product_id":"leda-and-the-swan-jan-de-bisschop","title":"Leda and the Swan - Jan de Bisschop","description":"\u003cp\u003eA refined seventeenth-century etching by Jan de Bisschop, depicting the classical myth of Leda and the Swan with precise line work and classical poise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Jan de Bisschop depicts the classical myth of Leda and the Swan. The composition focuses on the intimate interaction between the human figure and the bird, rendered with the precise line work characteristic of seventeenth-century Dutch printmaking. De Bisschop, a lawyer by profession and an amateur artist, was known for his ability to translate the aesthetics of Italian masters into the medium of etching. His work often functioned as a bridge between the classical traditions of the Renaissance and the Northern European artistic sensibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe figure of Leda is captured in a moment of quiet engagement, her posture reflecting the influence of antique sculpture. The swan, representing Jupiter in disguise, envelops her with its wings, creating a sense of enclosure. The artist employs varied hatching techniques to define the texture of the swan's plumage and the soft contours of the human form. The background remains minimal, directing the viewer's attention to the central figures and their mythological narrative. This print is part of a larger body of work where de Bisschop sought to document and interpret classical themes for a contemporary audience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a practitioner of the etching technique, de Bisschop demonstrates a high degree of control over the copper plate. The lines are clean and deliberate, allowing for subtle gradations of shadow that provide volume to the figures. The work reflects the period's fascination with classical antiquity, a theme that permeated the intellectual and artistic circles of the Dutch Republic. By choosing this specific subject, the artist engages with a long history of mythological representation in Western art, offering a refined interpretation that prioritises clarity of form and narrative economy. This print serves as an example of the technical skill and classical education that defined the work of Dutch artists during this era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/at-colney-john-crome\" 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 Colney - John Crome — John Crome\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/the-black-cat-alphonse-legros\" 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 Black Cat - Alphonse Legros — Alphonse Legros\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jan de Bisschop","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58360943804751,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58360943870287,"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":58360943968591,"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":58360944001359,"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":58360944066895,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Leda-and-the-Swan_Poster_CompositorV1_1785541944552.jpg?v=1785542087"},{"product_id":"plate-25-the-so-called-belvedere-torso-jan-de-bisschop","title":"Plate 25: The so-called Belvedere Torso - Jan de Bisschop","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century etching by Jan de Bisschop, documenting the Belvedere Torso from two angles for anatomical study.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Jan de Bisschop, a Dutch lawyer and amateur artist, originates from his influential publication, 'Signorum Veterum Icones'. The work presents two distinct views of the Belvedere Torso, a celebrated fragment of a Hellenistic sculpture housed in the Vatican Museums. De Bisschop was instrumental in disseminating knowledge of classical statuary to Northern Europe, producing these plates to assist students and artists in their understanding of anatomy and classical form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe print demonstrates the technical precision characteristic of seventeenth-century Dutch etching. De Bisschop employs varied hatching and cross-hatching to define the muscular structure of the torso, capturing the tension and volume of the marble original. By presenting the subject from two angles, he provides a comprehensive study of the sculpture's physical presence. The background is kept minimal, allowing the focus to remain entirely on the anatomical rendering of the fragment. The inclusion of the 'Don.d.' and 'Doud.d.' inscriptions at the base refers to the artist's signature and the plate number, consistent with the systematic approach of his broader collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDe Bisschop's work is valued for its clarity and its role in the pedagogical tradition of the period. Rather than attempting to reconstruct the missing limbs or head, he documents the fragment as it appeared to observers in Rome. This approach reflects the period's fascination with classical remains and the desire to codify the aesthetic principles of antiquity. The print offers a glimpse into the methods by which classical knowledge was transmitted through the medium of the printed image, bridging the distance between the Roman collections and the studios of the North. It remains a precise example of the intersection between classical scholarship and printmaking in the seventeenth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/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\/self-portrait-as-the-allegory-of-painting-artemisia-gentileschi\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eSelf-Portrait as the Allegory of Painting - Artemisia Gentileschi — Artemisia Gentileschi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jan de Bisschop","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58360947441999,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58360947507535,"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":58360947605839,"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":58360947638607,"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":58360947704143,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Plate-25_-The-so-called-Belvedere-Torso_Poster_CompositorV1_1785542190108.jpg?v=1785542304"},{"product_id":"plate-23-apollo-jan-de-bisschop","title":"Plate 23: Apollo - Jan de Bisschop","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century etching by Jan de Bisschop, depicting the classical figure of Apollo with a lyre.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching, Plate 23 from the collection of Jan de Bisschop, depicts the classical figure of Apollo. De Bisschop, a Dutch lawyer and amateur artist, produced these prints to document antique sculptures he encountered during his studies. The work reflects the seventeenth-century interest in classical antiquity, where artists sought to preserve the proportions and poses of ancient statuary through the medium of printmaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe figure of Apollo stands in a contrapposto pose, one foot resting upon a rock, while he holds a lyre. The artist employs precise hatching and cross-hatching techniques to define the musculature of the torso and the folds of the drapery. By using these methods, De Bisschop creates a sense of volume and weight, mimicking the tactile quality of marble. The background remains minimal, allowing the viewer to focus entirely on the anatomical accuracy and the graceful posture of the subject.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDe Bisschop's work was widely circulated among artists and collectors of the period. His publications, such as the 'Signorum Veterum Icones', provided a visual reference for those who could not travel to Rome to view the originals. This print demonstrates his ability to translate three-dimensional stone forms into two-dimensional graphic art. The clarity of the line work and the balanced composition make this an example of the technical proficiency found in Dutch printmaking during the Baroque era. The print captures the idealised beauty associated with the god of music and poetry, presenting him with a calm, detached expression. It remains a record of how classical forms were interpreted and disseminated in Northern Europe during the seventeenth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/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\/self-portrait-as-the-allegory-of-painting-artemisia-gentileschi\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eSelf-Portrait as the Allegory of Painting - Artemisia Gentileschi — Artemisia Gentileschi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jan de Bisschop","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58360957993295,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58360958058831,"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":58360958157135,"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":58360958189903,"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":58360958255439,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Plate-23_-Apollo_Poster_CompositorV1_1785542291672.jpg?v=1785542540"},{"product_id":"plate-8-a-male-nude-with-raised-arms-jan-de-bisschop","title":"Plate 8: A Male Nude with Raised Arms - Jan de Bisschop","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century etching by Jan de Bisschop, depicting a male nude in a classical pose, likely a study for a Saint Sebastian.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Jan de Bisschop, a Dutch lawyer and amateur artist, demonstrates the technical precision characteristic of his work. De Bisschop is known for his efforts to document classical and Italianate forms through his publications, such as the 'Paradigmata Graphices'. This specific plate depicts a male figure with arms raised, a pose frequently associated with the iconography of Saint Sebastian. The artist employs a controlled use of cross-hatching to define the musculature and the play of light across the torso. The background remains dark, which pushes the figure forward and creates a sense of volume.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDe Bisschop often worked from the drawings of other masters, translating their compositions into the medium of etching. His approach reflects the academic interest in anatomy and classical proportion prevalent in the seventeenth century. The figure stands in a contrapposto stance, with the weight shifted to one leg, providing a sense of naturalism despite the formal nature of the study. The lines are fine and deliberate, showing a mastery of the etching needle that allowed for subtle transitions in tone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis print offers a view into the pedagogical methods of the period, where artists studied the human form to prepare for larger compositions. The inclusion of the figure's muscular definition and the specific positioning of the limbs suggests a focus on anatomical accuracy. As a piece of historical printmaking, it captures the intersection of classical influence and Dutch technical skill. The work remains a clear example of the period's dedication to the study of the human body as a primary subject for artistic development. The print is presented here with the clarity of the original etching, preserving the texture and the tonal range of the artist's work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/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\/self-portrait-as-the-allegory-of-painting-artemisia-gentileschi\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eSelf-Portrait as the Allegory of Painting - Artemisia Gentileschi — Artemisia Gentileschi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jan de Bisschop","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58361023136079,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58361023201615,"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":58361023299919,"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":58361023332687,"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":58361023398223,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Plate-8_-A-Male-Nude-with-Raised-Arms_Poster_CompositorV1_1785542798889.jpg?v=1785543472"},{"product_id":"plate-17-laocoon-and-his-sons-jan-de-bisschop","title":"Plate 17: Laocoon and his Sons - Jan de Bisschop","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed etching by Jan de Bisschop depicting the classical Laocoon and his Sons sculpture, showcasing the dramatic tension of the Hellenistic original.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Jan de Bisschop, a Dutch lawyer and amateur artist, depicts the famous Hellenistic sculpture group, the Laocoon and his Sons. Originally published in his collection 'Signorum Veterum Icones', the work demonstrates his skill in capturing the dramatic tension of classical statuary through the medium of printmaking. The composition focuses on the Trojan priest Laocoon and his two sons as they struggle against the coils of sea serpents, a scene of intense physical and emotional agony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDe Bisschop utilised a precise etching technique to translate the three-dimensional volume of the marble original into a two-dimensional plane. His use of cross-hatching and varied line weights defines the musculature of the figures, creating a sense of depth and anatomical accuracy. The print reflects the seventeenth-century European fascination with classical antiquity, where artists and scholars sought to document and study the proportions and expressions found in ancient Greek and Roman art. By reproducing these works, de Bisschop provided contemporary artists with a visual reference for the study of the human form in motion and distress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike many of his contemporaries who focused on painting, de Bisschop dedicated his artistic efforts to the study of classical models. His prints are valued for their clarity and their ability to convey the spirit of the original sculptures. This particular plate captures the dynamic energy of the Laocoon group, maintaining the sense of movement and desperation inherent in the marble carving. The work is a clear example of the pedagogical function of printmaking during the Dutch Golden Age, serving as both an aesthetic object and a tool for artistic training. The clean lines and balanced composition make it a refined addition to any collection interested in the history of classical reception and the technical evolution of etching.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/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\/self-portrait-as-the-allegory-of-painting-artemisia-gentileschi\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eSelf-Portrait as the Allegory of Painting - Artemisia Gentileschi — Artemisia Gentileschi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jan de Bisschop","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58361032016207,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58361032081743,"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":58361032180047,"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":58361032212815,"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":58361032278351,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Plate-17_-Laocoon-and-his-Sons_Poster_CompositorV1_1785544386536.jpg?v=1785544631"},{"product_id":"plate-11-so-called-farnese-hercules-jan-de-bisschop","title":"Plate 11: So-called Farnese Hercules - Jan de Bisschop","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed 1671 etching by Jan de Bisschop documenting the classical Farnese Hercules sculpture for study and reference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Jan de Bisschop, a Dutch lawyer and artist, originates from his influential publication, 'Signorum Veterum Icones'. Published in 1671, this collection provided European artists with visual records of classical sculptures found in Rome. The print depicts the Farnese Hercules, a monumental marble statue of the Greek hero resting after his labours. The original sculpture, a Roman copy of a Greek original by Lysippos, was discovered in the Baths of Caracalla in 1546.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDe Bisschop employs a precise etching technique to translate the three-dimensional volume of the marble into a two-dimensional plane. His use of cross-hatching and varied line weights captures the muscular anatomy of the figure, conveying the weight and physical presence of the hero. The composition focuses on the contrapposto stance, where the weight of the body shifts onto one leg, creating a naturalistic curve through the torso. The lion skin, draped over a rock support, provides a textural contrast to the smooth, taut musculature of the hero.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring the seventeenth century, such prints were essential tools for artists who could not travel to Italy to study antiquities in person. By documenting these works, de Bisschop allowed the classical canon to circulate throughout Northern Europe. The print maintains a focus on anatomical accuracy, reflecting the period's interest in the study of the human form as a basis for artistic training. The inclusion of the plate number and the artist's initials at the base indicates its function as part of a larger pedagogical series. This work remains a clear example of the intersection between classical scholarship and printmaking in the Dutch Golden Age, offering a window into how historical art was disseminated and understood by contemporaries.\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\/self-portrait-as-the-allegory-of-painting-artemisia-gentileschi\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eSelf-Portrait as the Allegory of Painting - Artemisia Gentileschi — Artemisia Gentileschi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jan de Bisschop","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58361062326607,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58361062392143,"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":58361062490447,"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":58361062523215,"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":58361062588751,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Plate-11_-So-called-Farnese-Hercules_Poster_CompositorV1_1785545282647.jpg?v=1785546441"},{"product_id":"plate-12-male-nude-lying-on-his-left-side-seen-from-the-back-his-hand-on-a-tiller-jan-de-bisschop","title":"Plate 12: Male Nude, Lying on his Left Side, Seen from the Back, His Hand on a Tiller - Jan de Bisschop","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed etching by Jan de Bisschop, depicting a muscular male nude in a reclining pose, inspired by the work of Michelangelo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Jan de Bisschop, a Dutch lawyer and amateur artist, belongs to his collection of prints reproducing classical and Renaissance masterpieces. The work is part of the 'Paradigmata Graphices', a series intended to instruct students in the art of drawing by providing examples of the human form as interpreted by earlier masters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this specific plate, de Bisschop captures a muscular male figure in a reclining position. The composition is derived from the work of Michelangelo, as indicated by the inscription 'Mich. Ang. Bonar. pinx.' at the bottom left. The figure is shown from the back, with one arm raised and the hand resting upon a tiller, a detail that adds a sense of narrative weight to the anatomical study. The artist employs precise, hatched lines to define the musculature of the back, shoulders, and legs, creating a sense of volume and physical tension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDe Bisschop was known for his ability to translate the painterly qualities of his sources into the linear language of etching. His technique relies on clear, controlled strokes that model the form without obscuring the underlying structure. The print reflects the seventeenth-century interest in the 'grand manner' of Italian art, which was highly regarded by Northern European artists of the period. By documenting these poses, de Bisschop provided a visual resource for his contemporaries, allowing them to study the proportions and dynamics of the human body as established by the masters of the Italian Renaissance. The work remains a clear example of the pedagogical approach to art history during the Dutch Golden Age, where the study of classical antiquity and the Renaissance was considered essential for any aspiring artist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/poor-peasants-resting-sebastien-bourdon\" 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;\"\u003ePoor Peasants Resting - Sébastien Bourdon — Sébastien Bourdon\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/thomas-hardy-facing-right-william-strang\" 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;\"\u003eThomas Hardy, Facing Right - William Strang — William Strang\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jan de Bisschop","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58361076613455,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58361076678991,"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":58361076777295,"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":58361076810063,"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":58361076875599,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Plate-12_-Male-Nude-Lying-on-his-Left-Side-Seen-from-the-Back-His-Hand-on-a-Tiller_Poster_CompositorV1_1785546228636.jpg?v=1785547059"},{"product_id":"plate-6-standing-male-nude-seen-from-the-back-jan-de-bisschop","title":"Plate 6: Standing Male Nude, Seen from the Back - Jan de Bisschop","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century etching by Jan de Bisschop, depicting a male nude in a classical pose, demonstrating precise anatomical study and cross-hatching technique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Jan de Bisschop, a Dutch lawyer and amateur artist, belongs to his collection of prints documenting classical sculpture and anatomical studies. The work demonstrates the technical precision typical of seventeenth-century Dutch printmaking. De Bisschop was known for his efforts to disseminate knowledge of Italian art to Northern Europe, often creating etchings after drawings by masters such as Francesco Salviati, whose name appears on this plate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe figure is rendered with a focus on anatomical accuracy and muscular definition. The artist uses cross-hatching to build volume and shadow, particularly along the spine, gluteal muscles, and the calves. The pose is contrapposto, with the weight shifted to one leg, creating a naturalistic curve through the torso. The figure faces away from the viewer, with the head turned slightly to the right, suggesting a sense of movement or observation. The lines are controlled and deliberate, reflecting the academic approach to figure drawing prevalent during the period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDe Bisschop's work was intended for an audience of artists and collectors interested in the classical tradition. By reproducing these studies, he provided a resource for those unable to travel to Rome to view the original sculptures. The print is marked with the initials 'J.B.' and the attribution to Salviati, indicating its role as a secondary interpretation of an earlier design. The composition is contained within a simple rectangular frame, typical of the period's print series. This piece offers a clear example of the pedagogical function of print culture in the seventeenth century, where the study of the human form was a primary concern for artists seeking to master classical proportions and light.\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\/self-portrait-as-the-allegory-of-painting-artemisia-gentileschi\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eSelf-Portrait as the Allegory of Painting - Artemisia Gentileschi — Artemisia Gentileschi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jan de Bisschop","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58361406488911,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58361406554447,"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":58361406652751,"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":58361406685519,"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":58361406751055,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Plate-6_-Standing-Male-Nude-Seen-from-the-Back_Poster_CompositorV1_1785547303058.jpg?v=1785551456"},{"product_id":"plate-35-sleeping-ariadne-jan-de-bisschop","title":"Plate 35: Sleeping Ariadne - Jan de Bisschop","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed etching by Jan de Bisschop depicting the classical Sleeping Ariadne, originally published in his 1671 collection of antique sculptures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Jan de Bisschop, a Dutch lawyer and amateur artist, captures the classical sculpture of the Sleeping Ariadne. The work originates from his publication, 'Signorum Veterum Icones', which documented famous antique statues held in Roman collections. De Bisschop utilised a refined etching technique to translate the three-dimensional form of marble into a two-dimensional print, focusing on the play of light across the drapery and the relaxed posture of the figure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition follows the traditional iconography of the Ariadne, who is depicted reclining with one arm raised above her head. De Bisschop employs varied hatching patterns to suggest the texture of the fabric and the smooth surface of the stone. By documenting these antiquities, he aimed to provide artists and students in the Netherlands with accessible visual references for classical proportions and poses. The print reflects the broader European interest in classical archaeology during the seventeenth century, where the study of ancient sculpture informed contemporary artistic practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis print demonstrates the technical precision characteristic of de Bisschop's work. The lines are controlled, allowing for a clear distinction between the figure and the background. The inclusion of the plate number in the upper corner and the artist's monogram indicates its function as part of a larger pedagogical series. The work remains a clear example of how classical motifs were disseminated through print culture, allowing artists far from Rome to engage with the aesthetic principles of antiquity. The image provides a direct look at how seventeenth-century observers interpreted and recorded the physical presence of classical statuary.\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\/poor-peasants-resting-sebastien-bourdon\" 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;\"\u003ePoor Peasants Resting - Sébastien Bourdon — Sébastien Bourdon\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/thomas-hardy-facing-right-william-strang\" 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;\"\u003eThomas Hardy, Facing Right - William Strang — William Strang\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jan de Bisschop","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58361720406351,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58361720471887,"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":58361720570191,"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":58361720602959,"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":58361720668495,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Plate-35_-Sleeping-Ariadne_Poster_CompositorV1_1785560614838.jpg?v=1785560990"},{"product_id":"plate-38-four-standing-male-figures-jan-de-bisschop","title":"Plate 38: Four Standing Male Figures - Jan de Bisschop","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn etching by Jan de Bisschop from his 1671 collection, featuring four male figures in various poses for the study of anatomy and classical form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Jan de Bisschop, a Dutch lawyer and amateur artist, originates from his influential publication, 'Paradigmata Graphices Variorum Artificum'. Published in 1671, this collection served as a pedagogical tool for students of art, providing them with examples of classical and Renaissance figure drawing. De Bisschop was known for his ability to translate the qualities of master drawings into the medium of etching, often using a refined, linear technique that mimics the appearance of pen and ink sketches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition presents four male figures arranged in a horizontal sequence. Each figure demonstrates a different pose, allowing the viewer to observe the human form from multiple angles. The figures are rendered with a focus on anatomical clarity and the articulation of muscle groups. The artist employs cross-hatching and fine parallel lines to suggest volume and shadow, creating a sense of three-dimensional form on the flat surface of the paper. The figures are dressed in period-appropriate attire, with some elements reminiscent of sixteenth-century fashion, reflecting the influence of the Italian masters he studied.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDe Bisschop's work is characterised by a disciplined approach to draughtsmanship. By isolating the figures against a neutral background, he directs the viewer's attention to the mechanics of the pose and the grace of the human silhouette. This print is an example of the seventeenth-century interest in the systematic study of classical art, where the reproduction of master drawings was a standard method for training the eye and hand. The clarity of the line work and the deliberate placement of the figures make this a representative piece of Dutch printmaking during the Baroque period, demonstrating the technical precision required to capture the essence of a preparatory sketch in a finished print.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/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\/self-portrait-as-the-allegory-of-painting-artemisia-gentileschi\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eSelf-Portrait as the Allegory of Painting - Artemisia Gentileschi — Artemisia Gentileschi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jan de Bisschop","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58361855312207,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58361855377743,"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":58361855476047,"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":58361855508815,"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":58361855574351,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Plate-38_-Four-Standing-Male-Figures_Poster_CompositorV1_1785561562729.jpg?v=1785562206"},{"product_id":"gaul-killing-his-wife-and-himself-jan-de-bisschop","title":"Gaul Killing his Wife and Himself - Jan de Bisschop","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century etching by Jan de Bisschop, documenting the dramatic Hellenistic sculpture known as the Ludovisi Gaul.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Jan de Bisschop depicts the famous Hellenistic marble sculpture known as the Ludovisi Gaul. The original work, a Roman copy of a lost Greek bronze, portrays a defiant Gaulish warrior who, facing certain defeat, chooses to end his own life after killing his wife to spare her from enslavement. De Bisschop, a Dutch lawyer and amateur artist, produced this print as part of his influential collection, 'Signorum Veterum Icones', which aimed to document the most celebrated antique statues in Rome for a Northern European audience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDe Bisschop employs a refined etching technique to translate the three-dimensional volume of the marble into a two-dimensional graphic format. He uses dense, directional hatching to suggest the musculature of the warrior and the heavy folds of the drapery, creating a sense of dramatic tension. The background is rendered with fine, diagonal lines that provide a neutral field, allowing the figures to occupy the foreground with clarity. The composition captures the dynamic, spiralling movement characteristic of the original sculpture, which was highly regarded by artists of the seventeenth century for its emotional intensity and anatomical precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy documenting such works, de Bisschop provided artists and collectors with a visual record of classical antiquity. His prints were instrumental in disseminating the aesthetic values of the period across Europe. This specific plate demonstrates his ability to capture the psychological weight of the subject matter, focusing on the tragic narrative of the figures. The print retains the original plate number and the artist's monogram, reflecting its origin as a page from a larger bound volume. It serves as a record of how classical sculpture was interpreted and appreciated during the seventeenth century, offering a window into the historical study of antiquity.\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\/self-portrait-as-the-allegory-of-painting-artemisia-gentileschi\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eSelf-Portrait as the Allegory of Painting - Artemisia Gentileschi — Artemisia Gentileschi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jan de Bisschop","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58361926975823,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58361927041359,"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":58361927139663,"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":58361927172431,"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":58361927237967,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Gaul-Killing-his-Wife-and-Himself_Poster_CompositorV1_1785563211407.jpg?v=1785564895"},{"product_id":"plate-10-a-nude-pikeman-looking-backwards-jan-de-bisschop","title":"Plate 10: A Nude Pikeman, Looking Backwards - Jan de Bisschop","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century etching by Jan de Bisschop, capturing a classical figure study of a pikeman with precise anatomical hatching.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Jan de Bisschop, a Dutch lawyer and amateur artist, belongs to his collection of prints documenting classical sculpture and anatomical studies. De Bisschop was known for his efforts to disseminate the aesthetic principles of Italian masters to a Northern European audience. His work often involved translating the sculptural qualities of marble into the linear language of etching.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe figure of the pikeman displays a clear debt to classical statuary. The pose, with the body twisted to look backwards, allows the artist to explore the musculature of the torso and the tension in the limbs. De Bisschop employs a system of hatching and cross-hatching to model the form, creating a sense of volume that mimics the three-dimensional nature of the original sculpture he studied. The drapery, though minimal, provides a sense of movement and context, suggesting the figure is in a state of active readiness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a practitioner of the Dutch Golden Age, de Bisschop operated within a culture that valued the study of the human form as a basis for historical painting. This print is part of a larger pedagogical project, intended to serve as a reference for other artists. The clarity of the line work and the focus on anatomical accuracy reflect the period's interest in the intersection of classical tradition and technical precision. The print captures the essence of the human figure in motion, stripped of unnecessary detail to focus on the mechanics of the pose. It remains a fine example of seventeenth-century printmaking, demonstrating the technical skill required to translate the weight and texture of stone into the delicate medium of ink on paper.\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\/self-portrait-as-the-allegory-of-painting-artemisia-gentileschi\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eSelf-Portrait as the Allegory of Painting - Artemisia Gentileschi — Artemisia Gentileschi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jan de Bisschop","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58362213400911,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58362213466447,"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":58362213564751,"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":58362213597519,"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":58362213663055,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Plate-10_-A-Nude-Pikeman-Looking-Backwards_Poster_CompositorV1_1785565659335.jpg?v=1785569405"},{"product_id":"plate-8-so-called-farnese-hercules-jan-de-bisschop","title":"Plate 8: So-called Farnese Hercules - Jan de Bisschop","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed etching by Jan de Bisschop depicting the Farnese Hercules, originally published in his 1671 collection of classical antiquities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Jan de Bisschop, a Dutch lawyer and amateur artist, originates from his influential publication, 'Signorum Veterum Icones'. Published in 1671, this collection provided European artists with accurate visual records of classical antiquities housed in Rome. De Bisschop was instrumental in disseminating the aesthetic principles of the antique to the Northern European art world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe subject is the Farnese Hercules, a colossal marble sculpture of the Greek hero resting after his labours. De Bisschop employs a precise etching technique to capture the muscular anatomy of the figure. The lines follow the contours of the musculature, creating a sense of volume and physical weight. The hero leans against a club draped with the Nemean lion skin, a detail rendered with careful attention to texture. The background is composed of fine, parallel hatching, which isolates the figure and directs the viewer's focus to the anatomical study.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDe Bisschop's approach is analytical rather than expressive. He seeks to document the proportions and posture of the original sculpture with fidelity. The work reflects the seventeenth-century interest in classical antiquity as a standard for artistic training. By producing these prints, he allowed students and artists who could not travel to Italy to study the masterworks of the past. The print demonstrates the technical capabilities of the etching medium to replicate the tactile qualities of stone. The composition is balanced, with the figure occupying the majority of the frame, emphasising the heroic scale of the original marble. This print remains a record of how classical sculpture was perceived and studied during the Dutch Golden Age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/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\/self-portrait-as-the-allegory-of-painting-artemisia-gentileschi\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eSelf-Portrait as the Allegory of Painting - Artemisia Gentileschi — Artemisia Gentileschi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jan de Bisschop","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58362218053967,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58362218119503,"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":58362218217807,"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":58362218250575,"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":58362218316111,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Plate-8_-So-called-Farnese-Hercules_Poster_CompositorV1_1785565543338.jpg?v=1785569536"},{"product_id":"title-page-personification-of-the-art-of-sculpture-and-painting-jan-de-bisschop","title":"Title Page: Personification of the Art of Sculpture and Painting - Jan de Bisschop","description":"\u003cp\u003eA classical allegorical etching by Jan de Bisschop, depicting a figure representing the arts of sculpture and painting from his 1668 publication.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Jan de Bisschop serves as the title page for his publication, Signorum Veterum Icones. The work depicts an allegorical figure representing the arts of sculpture and painting. The seated woman, draped in classical robes, holds a small statuette, which acts as a direct reference to the sculptor's craft. The composition reflects the seventeenth-century Dutch interest in classical antiquity and the study of ancient statuary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDe Bisschop, a lawyer by profession and an amateur artist by inclination, was highly regarded for his ability to translate the forms of classical sculpture into the medium of etching. His technique relies on precise, controlled lines to define the contours of the figure and the folds of the fabric. The shading is achieved through a system of cross-hatching, which provides volume to the form while maintaining a clear, graphic quality. The inclusion of the Latin title, Signorum Veterum Icones, identifies the work as part of a larger project aimed at documenting ancient sculptures for contemporary artists and collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis print demonstrates the artist's engagement with the aesthetic principles of the period, where the study of antique models was considered essential for the development of artistic skill. The figure is rendered with a sense of calm authority, typical of the allegorical representations found in the literature and art of the Dutch Golden Age. The surrounding space remains largely empty, focusing the viewer's attention entirely on the central figure and the symbolic object she holds. This print is a fine example of the intersection between scholarly documentation and artistic practice in the seventeenth century, offering a glimpse into the methods used to disseminate classical knowledge through the medium of printmaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/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\/self-portrait-as-the-allegory-of-painting-artemisia-gentileschi\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eSelf-Portrait as the Allegory of Painting - Artemisia Gentileschi — Artemisia Gentileschi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jan de Bisschop","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58362282770767,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58362282836303,"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":58362282934607,"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":58362282967375,"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":58362283032911,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Title-Page_-Personification-of-the-Art-of-Sculpture-and-Painting_Poster_CompositorV1_1785570478467.jpg?v=1785571913"},{"product_id":"reclining-pan-jan-de-bisschop","title":"Reclining Pan - Jan de Bisschop","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century etching by Jan de Bisschop depicting the mythological figure of Pan with his pan-pipes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Jan de Bisschop depicts the mythological figure of Pan in a moment of repose. The composition draws upon classical iconography, presenting the deity with his characteristic goat-like legs, horns, and rustic features. Pan is shown reclining, his body angled to display a muscular torso, while his hand rests upon a syrinx, or pan-pipes, which are traditionally associated with his musical pursuits. A cluster of grapes is positioned near his legs, further linking the figure to the themes of nature and Dionysian revelry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDe Bisschop, a lawyer by profession and an amateur artist of significant skill, was known for his efforts to document and disseminate classical sculpture through his prints. This work reflects the seventeenth-century interest in the antique, where artists sought to translate the forms of classical statuary into the medium of printmaking. The etching technique allows for a clear definition of form, using varied hatching to suggest the texture of the figure's fur and the musculature of his human torso. The lines are precise, demonstrating a controlled approach to shading that gives the figure a sense of volume against the relatively sparse background.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe print is marked with the initials 'J.B.' and the inscription 'Poel.del.', indicating that the design was based on a drawing by Egbert van der Poel. This collaborative process was common in the period, where printmakers would interpret the works of other artists to reach a wider audience. The work captures a quiet, pastoral atmosphere, focusing on the anatomical study of the hybrid creature. It remains a clear example of the Dutch Golden Age's engagement with classical subjects, rendered with the technical clarity typical of de Bisschop's graphic output.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/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\/self-portrait-as-the-allegory-of-painting-artemisia-gentileschi\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eSelf-Portrait as the Allegory of Painting - Artemisia Gentileschi — Artemisia Gentileschi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jan de Bisschop","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58362304430415,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58362304495951,"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":58362304594255,"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":58362304627023,"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":58362304692559,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Reclining-Pan_Poster_CompositorV1_1785572278090.jpg?v=1785572597"},{"product_id":"plate-16-laocoon-and-his-sons-jan-de-bisschop","title":"Plate 16: Laocoon and his Sons - Jan de Bisschop","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century etching by Jan de Bisschop depicting the classical Laocoon and his Sons sculpture group.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Jan de Bisschop depicts the famous Hellenistic sculpture group, the Laocoon and his Sons. Originally discovered in Rome in 1506, the sculpture portrays the Trojan priest Laocoon and his two sons as they struggle against the coils of sea serpents sent by the gods. De Bisschop, a Dutch lawyer and amateur artist, produced this work as part of his collection, 'Signorum Veterum Icones', which aimed to document classical statues for the benefit of artists and students in the Netherlands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe print demonstrates the technical precision of seventeenth-century etching. De Bisschop employs varied line weights to define the muscular anatomy of the figures and the serpentine forms. Cross-hatching is used to create depth and shadow, particularly in the background and the folds of the drapery, which provides a sense of volume to the marble original. The composition retains the dramatic tension of the sculpture, capturing the agony and physical exertion of the figures in their final moments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a reproduction of a classical work, this print reflects the European interest in antiquity during the seventeenth century. It served as a pedagogical tool, allowing those who could not travel to Rome to study the proportions and emotional intensity of the Laocoon group. The artist's signature, 'J.B.', is visible in the lower right corner, confirming his role in the creation of this series. This print offers a clear view of the sculptural details, making it a useful reference for those interested in the history of classical reception and the development of printmaking techniques in the Dutch Golden Age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/portrait-of-martin-ryckaert-anthony-van-dyck\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortrait of Martin Ryckaert - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/self-portrait-as-the-allegory-of-painting-artemisia-gentileschi\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eSelf-Portrait as the Allegory of Painting - Artemisia Gentileschi — Artemisia Gentileschi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jan de Bisschop","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58362493403471,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58362493469007,"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":58362493567311,"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":58362493600079,"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":58362493665615,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Plate-16_-Laocoon-and-his-Sons_Poster_CompositorV1_1785572939000.jpg?v=1785574005"},{"product_id":"plate-13-two-male-nudes-lying-on-their-backs-jan-de-bisschop","title":"Plate 13: Two Male Nudes Lying on their Backs - Jan de Bisschop","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn etching by Jan de Bisschop depicting two male nudes, based on a composition by Michelangelo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Jan de Bisschop is part of his collection of prints reproducing classical and Renaissance sculpture. The work demonstrates his technical ability to translate the three-dimensional volume of marble into the two-dimensional medium of the etching plate. De Bisschop, a lawyer by profession and an amateur artist, produced these works to provide fellow artists and collectors with access to the great works of the Italian masters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition features two muscular male figures in recumbent poses. The artist employs a system of hatching and cross-hatching to define the musculature and the play of light across the forms. The inscription M. Ang. Bon. pinx. indicates that the original source for this study is a work by Michelangelo Buonarroti. De Bisschop captures the tension and the anatomical precision associated with Michelangelo, focusing on the torsion of the torsos and the heavy, sculptural quality of the limbs. The figures appear to rest against a suggestion of drapery, which serves to ground them within the frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDe Bisschop's approach to printmaking is characterised by a desire for clarity and fidelity to the original source material. He avoids excessive ornamentation, preferring to allow the strength of the underlying drawing to dictate the final image. The etching reflects the seventeenth-century interest in the study of classical antiquity and the Italian High Renaissance. By documenting these poses, de Bisschop provided a resource for contemporary artists to study anatomy and composition. This print remains a clear example of the Dutch tradition of reproducing masterworks for educational purposes, maintaining a focus on the structural integrity of the human form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/perspective-de-la-ville-neuve-bernardo-bellotto\" 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;\"\u003ePerspective de la ville neuve - Bernardo Bellotto — Bernardo Bellotto\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/group-of-peasants-with-boy-drinking-sebastien-bourdon\" 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;\"\u003eGroup of Peasants with Boy Drinking - Sébastien Bourdon — Sébastien Bourdon\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jan de Bisschop","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58362634469711,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58362634535247,"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":58362634633551,"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":58362634666319,"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":58362634731855,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Plate-13_-Two-Male-Nudes-Lying-on-their-Backs_Poster_CompositorV1_1785574465838.jpg?v=1785575898"},{"product_id":"plate-99-artemis-known-as-the-diana-of-versailles-jan-de-bisschop","title":"Plate 99: Artemis, known as the Diana of Versailles - Jan de Bisschop","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century etching by Jan de Bisschop, documenting the classical Diana of Versailles sculpture with precise line work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Jan de Bisschop depicts the celebrated Roman marble sculpture known as the Diana of Versailles. De Bisschop, a Dutch lawyer and amateur artist, produced this work as part of his influential publication, 'Signorum Veterum Icones', which documented classical statues for the benefit of artists and collectors in the seventeenth century. The print captures the goddess Artemis in a dynamic, forward-striding pose, accompanied by a small deer. Her right hand reaches back to draw an arrow from the quiver slung across her shoulder, while her left hand rests gently upon the head of the animal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe artist employs a refined etching technique, using fine, parallel lines to model the form of the figure and the folds of her chiton. The background is rendered with subtle, diagonal hatching, which creates a sense of depth and isolates the statue from its surroundings. This approach reflects the period's interest in the study of classical form and the dissemination of antique aesthetics through print media. The composition is balanced and clear, prioritising the anatomical accuracy and the graceful movement of the original sculpture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDe Bisschop's work is notable for its technical precision and its role in the transmission of classical knowledge during the Dutch Golden Age. By translating three-dimensional marble into two-dimensional line work, he provides a clear, analytical view of the sculpture's proportions and posture. The inclusion of the plate number and the artist's monogram, 'J.d.B.', indicates its origin within a larger, systematic catalogue of antiquities. This print offers a direct connection to the historical practice of recording and studying classical art, providing a clean, academic aesthetic suitable for a study or library setting.\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\/self-portrait-as-the-allegory-of-painting-artemisia-gentileschi\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eSelf-Portrait as the Allegory of Painting - Artemisia Gentileschi — Artemisia Gentileschi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jan de Bisschop","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58362635911503,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58362635977039,"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":58362636075343,"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":58362636108111,"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":58362636173647,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Plate-99_-Artemis-known-as-the-Diana-of-Versailles_Poster_CompositorV1_1785574522508.jpg?v=1785575987"},{"product_id":"aphrodite-and-eros-plate-76-jan-de-bisschop","title":"Aphrodite and Eros (Plate 76) - Jan de Bisschop","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed 17th-century etching by Jan de Bisschop, depicting the classical figures of Aphrodite and Eros, originally published in his pedagogical work, Paradigmata Graphices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Jan de Bisschop, titled Aphrodite and Eros, originates from his influential publication, Paradigmata Graphices Variorum Artificum. Published in 1671, this collection served as a pedagogical tool for artists, providing them with models of classical sculpture and Renaissance art to study and copy. De Bisschop, a lawyer by profession and an accomplished amateur etcher, was highly regarded for his ability to translate the three-dimensional qualities of marble statuary into the two-dimensional medium of print.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition depicts the goddess Aphrodite standing with her son, Eros. The figures are rendered with a focus on anatomical precision and the soft modelling of flesh, characteristic of the classical tradition. De Bisschop employs a system of cross-hatching and varied line weights to suggest the volume of the figures and the play of light across their forms. The background is kept relatively simple, allowing the viewer to concentrate on the interaction between the two mythological figures. The inclusion of the initials 'J.f.' (Jan fecit) and the attribution to 'Poel. d.' (referencing the original source or design) provides insight into the collaborative nature of print production during the seventeenth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis print reflects the broader European interest in classical antiquity during the seventeenth century. By disseminating these images, de Bisschop allowed artists across the continent to engage with the canon of Western art without needing to travel to Rome. The work is a fine example of the technical skill involved in etching during this period, demonstrating a mastery of tone and texture. It remains a valuable document for those interested in the history of art education and the reception of classical forms in the Dutch Golden Age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/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\/self-portrait-as-the-allegory-of-painting-artemisia-gentileschi\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eSelf-Portrait as the Allegory of Painting - Artemisia Gentileschi — Artemisia Gentileschi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jan de Bisschop","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58362652262735,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58362652328271,"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":58362652426575,"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":58362652459343,"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":58362652524879,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Aphrodite-and-Eros-Plate-76-_Poster_CompositorV1_1785576034605.jpg?v=1785576944"},{"product_id":"plate-9-so-called-farnese-hercules-jan-de-bisschop","title":"Plate 9: So-called Farnese Hercules - Jan de Bisschop","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn etching by Jan de Bisschop depicting the rear view of the Farnese Hercules, created for his series on classical sculpture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching is a plate from the collection 'Signorum Veterum Icones', published by the Dutch artist and lawyer Jan de Bisschop. The work documents the Farnese Hercules, a monumental Roman marble sculpture that was highly regarded by artists during the seventeenth century. De Bisschop, who was also known by his Latinised name Episcopius, produced these prints to provide European artists with accurate visual records of classical statuary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe print captures the figure from the rear, focusing on the muscular anatomy of the back and legs. The artist employs precise hatching and cross-hatching techniques to define the contours of the musculature, creating a sense of volume and weight. The drapery hanging beside the figure provides a textural contrast to the smooth, powerful form of the hero. The composition is stark and academic, intended for study rather than decorative display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJan de Bisschop played a role in the dissemination of classical forms throughout the Netherlands. By translating three-dimensional marble into two-dimensional etched lines, he allowed students and practitioners to analyse the proportions and poses of ancient art without needing to travel to Rome. The inclusion of the artist's signature and the plate number indicates its origin as part of a larger pedagogical series. The print reflects the period's interest in the canon of classical beauty and the rigorous training of the human figure. The technical execution demonstrates the control required for etching, with the lines varying in density to suggest shadow and light across the rounded surfaces of the sculpture. This print remains a record of how classical antiquity was interpreted and studied by artists in the Dutch Golden Age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/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\/self-portrait-as-the-allegory-of-painting-artemisia-gentileschi\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eSelf-Portrait as the Allegory of Painting - Artemisia Gentileschi — Artemisia Gentileschi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jan de Bisschop","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58362830881103,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58362830946639,"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":58362831044943,"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":58362831077711,"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":58362831143247,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Plate-9_-So-called-Farnese-Hercules_Poster_CompositorV1_1785577737290.jpg?v=1785579789"},{"product_id":"plate-24-the-so-called-belvedere-torso-jan-de-bisschop","title":"Plate 24: The so-called Belvedere Torso - Jan de Bisschop","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed 17th-century etching by Jan de Bisschop depicting the famous Belvedere Torso, a study of classical anatomy and form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Jan de Bisschop, a Dutch lawyer and amateur artist, captures the muscular form of the Belvedere Torso. The original marble sculpture, housed in the Vatican Museums, is a fragmentary work of ancient Greek art that has influenced generations of artists. De Bisschop produced this print as part of his collection, 'Signorum Veterum Icones', which aimed to document classical statues for the benefit of students and collectors in the Netherlands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe print demonstrates the artist's ability to translate the three-dimensional volume of stone into a two-dimensional medium. Through precise cross-hatching and varied line weights, de Bisschop defines the musculature of the back and torso. The shading creates a sense of depth, allowing the viewer to perceive the tension and curvature of the original marble. The composition focuses entirely on the anatomy, stripping away the surrounding environment to present the figure as an object of study.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDe Bisschop was known for his dedication to classical subjects, often travelling to Rome to sketch works of antiquity. His prints were widely circulated and served as a primary reference for artists who could not travel to Italy themselves. This specific plate reflects the 17th-century interest in the human form as a subject of anatomical and aesthetic inquiry. The etching is marked with the initials 'J.B.f.' (Jan de Bisschop fecit) and 'Don.d.' (Donatus), indicating the source or the donor of the original drawing upon which the print is based. 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