{"title":"Lucas Vorsterman The Elder","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"adoration-of-the-magi-lucas-vorsterman-i","title":"Adoration of the Magi - Lucas Vorsterman I","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century engraving by Lucas Vorsterman I, capturing the Adoration of the Magi with technical precision and dramatic lighting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Lucas Vorsterman I depicts the Adoration of the Magi, a subject frequently explored in Northern European art. Vorsterman, a skilled printmaker, worked closely with Peter Paul Rubens, and this work reflects the dramatic composition and technical precision associated with the Rubens workshop. The scene captures the moment the three kings present their gifts to the infant Jesus, who is held by the Virgin Mary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is organised with a focus on the central figures, while the surrounding crowd of attendants, soldiers, and animals adds a sense of scale and narrative density. Vorsterman employs a variety of hatching and cross-hatching techniques to define the textures of the clothing, the rough wood of the stable, and the varied expressions of the figures. The light source appears to emanate from the child, casting soft illumination on the faces of those gathered nearby.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a master of the burin, Vorsterman translates the painterly qualities of the original design into a monochromatic medium. The print demonstrates the collaborative nature of seventeenth-century print production, where the engraver acted as an interpreter of the painter's vision. The inclusion of Latin text at the base provides context regarding the dedication of the work, a common practice for high-status prints of this period. This piece offers a view into the technical standards of Flemish printmaking, where the balance between light and shadow creates a sense of volume and physical presence. The work remains a clear example of the Baroque interest in theatricality and human emotion within religious narratives.\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":"Lucas Vorsterman the Elder","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58513204511055,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58513204576591,"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":58513204674895,"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":58513204707663,"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":58513204773199,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Adoration-of-the-Magi_Poster_CompositorV1_1786455518454.jpg?v=1787120454"},{"product_id":"the-martyrdom-of-saint-lawrence-lucas-vorsterman-i","title":"The Martyrdom of Saint Lawrence - Lucas Vorsterman I","description":"\u003cp\u003eA dramatic Baroque engraving by Lucas Vorsterman I, depicting the martyrdom of Saint Lawrence with technical precision and dynamic composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Lucas Vorsterman I depicts the martyrdom of Saint Lawrence, a subject frequently explored in the seventeenth century. Vorsterman, a skilled printmaker who collaborated closely with Peter Paul Rubens, demonstrates his technical mastery through the use of varied line weights and cross-hatching to define form and shadow. The composition follows the dramatic conventions of the Baroque period, focusing on the physical struggle of the saint as he is bound to the gridiron.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe scene is crowded with figures, including Roman soldiers and a seated official who oversees the execution. A putto descends from the clouds above, holding a palm branch, which serves as a traditional symbol of martyrdom. The lighting is theatrical, with the flames beneath the gridiron providing a source of illumination that casts deep shadows across the muscular forms of the executioners and the central figure of Lawrence. Vorsterman captures the tension of the moment through the dynamic poses of the participants and the expressive anatomy of the figures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a printmaker, Vorsterman was instrumental in disseminating the compositions of Rubens to a wider audience. This work reflects the collaborative nature of the Antwerp print trade, where the translation of paintings into engravings required a high degree of skill to maintain the energy and volume of the original designs. The inclusion of Latin text at the base provides historical context, identifying the dedication of the print. The work remains a fine example of the technical precision achieved by Flemish engravers during this period, showing a command of light and texture that brings the narrative to life on the page.\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":"Lucas Vorsterman the Elder","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58513230659919,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58513230725455,"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":58513230823759,"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":58513230856527,"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":58513230922063,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Martyrdom-of-Saint-Lawrence_Poster_CompositorV1_1786456114196.jpg?v=1787121323"},{"product_id":"marcus-junius-brutus-lucas-vorsterman-i","title":"Marcus Junius Brutus - Lucas Vorsterman I","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed 1638 engraving by Lucas Vorsterman I, depicting a classical marble bust of Marcus Junius Brutus after a design by Peter Paul Rubens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Lucas Vorsterman I depicts the Roman statesman Marcus Junius Brutus, based on an antique marble bust. The work is a product of the collaboration between Vorsterman and Peter Paul Rubens, whose name appears on the plate as the designer. Vorsterman was one of the most skilled engravers in the circle of Rubens, known for his ability to translate the painterly qualities of the master into the precise, linear language of the copperplate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition focuses on the head and neck of the subject, presented in a three-quarter view. Vorsterman employs a sophisticated system of hatching and cross-hatching to model the facial features, capturing the texture of the stone and the play of light across the brow and cheekbones. The treatment of the hair, rendered with fluid, rhythmic lines, demonstrates the technical control characteristic of Vorsterman's mature period. The inscription at the base, 'M. BRVTVS IMP. Ex marmore antiquo', confirms the source of the image as a classical sculpture, reflecting the period's interest in antiquity and the study of Roman portraiture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a printmaker, Vorsterman was instrumental in disseminating the visual ideas of the Flemish Baroque. His work on this series of classical heads allowed him to experiment with tonal depth and sculptural volume. The background is kept relatively simple, which ensures that the viewer's attention remains fixed on the psychological intensity of the portrait. This print is a fine example of seventeenth-century reproductive engraving, where the goal was not merely to copy a source, but to interpret the form through the specific capabilities of the burin. The clarity of the lines and the balance of the composition make this a representative piece of the era's print culture.\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":"Lucas Vorsterman the Elder","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58513312448847,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58513312514383,"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":58513312612687,"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":58513312645455,"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":58513312710991,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Marcus-Junius-Brutus_Poster_CompositorV1_1786457183294.jpg?v=1787122424"},{"product_id":"return-from-egypt-lucas-vorsterman-i","title":"Return from Egypt - Lucas Vorsterman I","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century engraving by Lucas Vorsterman I, depicting the Holy Family on their return from Egypt, based on a design by Peter Paul Rubens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Lucas Vorsterman I depicts the Holy Family during their return from Egypt. The composition is based on a painting by Peter Paul Rubens, reflecting the close professional relationship between the two men during the early seventeenth century. Vorsterman was a highly skilled engraver who worked directly under Rubens, translating the painterly qualities of the Flemish master into the precise, linear language of copperplate engraving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe scene shows the Virgin Mary, the Christ Child, and Saint Joseph walking together. Mary holds the hand of the young Jesus, who walks between his parents. Joseph leads a donkey, which carries their modest belongings. A large palm tree dominates the background, providing a sense of place and scale. The figures are rendered with a focus on volume and texture, particularly in the heavy folds of their garments. Vorsterman uses a variety of hatching techniques to create shadow and depth, giving the figures a sculptural quality that is characteristic of the period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the top left, a bird is captured in flight, adding a sense of movement to the otherwise calm procession. The lower margin contains a Latin inscription, which was standard for prints of this era, identifying the subject and dedicating the work to a patron. This print demonstrates the technical mastery of Vorsterman, who was able to capture the emotional weight of the narrative while maintaining the clarity required for high-quality reproduction. The work is a fine example of the collaborative nature of the Antwerp print market, where painters and engravers worked in tandem to distribute religious imagery across Europe. The balance between the figures and the natural elements creates a harmonious composition, typical of the Baroque approach to biblical storytelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/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":"Lucas Vorsterman the Elder","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58513327489359,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58513327554895,"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":58513327653199,"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":58513327685967,"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":58513327751503,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Return-from-Egypt_Poster_CompositorV1_1786457529603.jpg?v=1787122779"},{"product_id":"bust-of-plato-lucas-vorsterman-i","title":"Bust of Plato - Lucas Vorsterman I","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century engraving by Lucas Vorsterman I, depicting a classical bust of Plato based on a drawing by Peter Paul Rubens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Lucas Vorsterman I depicts a classical bust of the Greek philosopher Plato. The work is based on a drawing by Peter Paul Rubens, who frequently engaged with antique sculpture to inform his own artistic practice. Vorsterman, a highly skilled engraver who collaborated closely with Rubens, demonstrates his technical mastery through the precise handling of line and shadow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition presents the philosopher in profile, facing left. The artist employs a system of hatching and cross-hatching to define the contours of the face, the texture of the beard, and the voluminous curls of hair. The light source originates from the upper left, casting deep shadows that model the form and provide a sense of three-dimensional volume. The base of the bust is rendered with a stippled effect, suggesting the rough texture of weathered stone, which contrasts with the smooth, refined treatment of the facial features.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the bottom of the print, the inscription 'PLATO ARISTONIS F. ATHENIENSIS' identifies the subject, while the Latin phrase 'Ex marmore antiquo' indicates that the source material was an ancient marble sculpture. This print reflects the seventeenth-century interest in classical antiquity, where artists sought to document and interpret the aesthetic achievements of the past. Vorsterman's ability to translate the tonal qualities of a drawing into the linear language of engraving is evident here, as he captures the gravity and intellectual presence associated with the philosopher. The work remains a clear example of the collaborative printmaking culture that defined the Flemish Baroque period, where the synergy between painter and engraver allowed for the dissemination of classical imagery to a wider audience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/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":"Lucas Vorsterman the Elder","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58513365729615,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58513365795151,"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":58513365893455,"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":58513365926223,"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":58513365991759,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Bust-of-Plato_Poster_CompositorV1_1786457767448.jpg?v=1787123181"},{"product_id":"the-tribute-money-lucas-vorsterman-i","title":"The Tribute Money - Lucas Vorsterman I","description":"\u003cp\u003eA masterful 1621 engraving by Lucas Vorsterman I, after Peter Paul Rubens, depicting the biblical scene of The Tribute Money with dramatic Baroque lighting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Lucas Vorsterman I depicts the biblical scene of The Tribute Money, based on an original composition by Peter Paul Rubens. Vorsterman was a highly skilled printmaker who worked closely with Rubens, translating the painter's dynamic compositions into the precise medium of copperplate engraving. The work captures the moment Christ instructs his followers to render unto Caesar what is Caesar's, while surrounded by a group of inquisitive figures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is defined by the dramatic interplay of light and shadow, a hallmark of the Baroque period. Vorsterman employs varied line weights to model the figures, creating a sense of volume in the drapery and depth in the facial expressions. The central figure of Christ is illuminated, drawing the eye toward his gesture, while the surrounding men are rendered with individualised features and textures, from the coarse beards to the heavy fabrics of their garments. The Latin inscription at the top, 'REDDITE QVAE SVNT CAESARIS CAESARI ET QVAE DEI DEO', provides the scriptural context for the encounter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a master of the burin, Vorsterman demonstrates technical control in the way he handles the cross-hatching to suggest skin tone and atmospheric space. The print reflects the collaborative nature of the Rubens workshop, where the translation of paintings into prints allowed for the wider dissemination of religious and historical narratives. This piece is a fine example of seventeenth-century reproductive printmaking, where the engraver sought to maintain the energy of the original oil sketch while adapting it to the monochromatic requirements of the printed page. The attention to detail in the hands and the coins held between them provides a tactile quality to the scene, grounding the theological subject in a human, material reality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/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":"Lucas Vorsterman the Elder","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58513413341519,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58513413407055,"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":58513413505359,"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":58513413538127,"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":58513413603663,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Tribute-Money_Poster_CompositorV1_1786458616776.jpg?v=1787124166"},{"product_id":"saint-francis-receiving-the-stigmata-lucas-vorsterman-i","title":"Saint Francis Receiving the Stigmata - Lucas Vorsterman I","description":"\u003cp\u003eA masterful seventeenth-century engraving by Lucas Vorsterman I, depicting the spiritual vision of Saint Francis of Assisi after a composition by Peter Paul Rubens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Lucas Vorsterman I depicts the mystical experience of Saint Francis of Assisi. The composition is based on a painting by Peter Paul Rubens, reflecting the close professional relationship between the two artists during the early seventeenth century. Vorsterman was a master of the burin, and his technical skill allows for a wide range of tonal values that translate the painterly qualities of the original work into a monochromatic medium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSaint Francis is shown kneeling in a rocky, secluded environment, his arms outstretched in response to a divine vision. Above him, a seraphic figure descends amidst clouds, directing beams of light toward the saint. In the foreground, a companion friar observes the event, his posture suggesting a mixture of awe and physical exhaustion. The scene incorporates various symbolic elements, including a skull and a book, which serve as memento mori and reminders of the saint's ascetic life. The surrounding trees and rugged terrain are rendered with precise, rhythmic lines that define the textures of bark, stone, and fabric.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVorsterman captures the dramatic tension typical of the Baroque period. The interplay of light and shadow creates a sense of movement and spiritual intensity. The engraving is a fine example of the reproductive printmaking tradition in Flanders, where skilled engravers were employed to disseminate the compositions of major painters to a wider audience. The print includes a Latin inscription at the base, which provides details regarding the dedication and the collaborative nature of the work. This piece offers a clear view of the stylistic conventions of the era, demonstrating the ability of the engraver to maintain the emotional weight of the original subject while working within the constraints of copperplate printing.\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":"Lucas Vorsterman the Elder","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58513568465231,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58513568530767,"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":58513568629071,"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":58513568661839,"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":58513568727375,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Saint-Francis-Receiving-the-Stigmata_Poster_CompositorV1_1786459088323.jpg?v=1787124920"},{"product_id":"saint-peter-taking-money-from-the-mouth-of-the-fish-lucas-vorsterman-i","title":"Saint Peter Taking Money from the Mouth of the Fish - Lucas Vorsterman I","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed 17th-century engraving by Lucas Vorsterman I depicting the biblical scene of Saint Peter retrieving a coin from a fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Lucas Vorsterman I depicts the biblical narrative from the Gospel of Matthew, where Saint Peter retrieves a stater from the mouth of a fish to pay the temple tax. Vorsterman, a skilled printmaker who collaborated closely with Peter Paul Rubens, demonstrates a mastery of line and shadow in this work. The composition focuses on the central figure of Peter, who is shown in a moment of discovery, surrounded by other disciples who observe the event with varying expressions of curiosity and contemplation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe figures are rendered with a sense of physical weight, their garments defined by deep, rhythmic folds that suggest movement and volume. Vorsterman employs a sophisticated system of hatching and cross-hatching to model the musculature and the textures of the fabric, creating a clear distinction between light and shadow. This technique provides the scene with a sculptural quality, typical of the Flemish Baroque tradition. The background remains relatively sparse, ensuring that the viewer's attention stays fixed on the interaction between the figures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs an engraver, Vorsterman was known for his ability to translate the painterly qualities of his contemporaries into the precise medium of the copper plate. This print reflects the technical rigour of the period, where the clarity of the narrative was balanced with an interest in anatomical accuracy and dramatic staging. The work provides an example of how biblical themes were interpreted through the lens of seventeenth-century European printmaking, where the focus on human emotion and physical presence was paramount. The print is a study in composition and technical execution, capturing a specific moment of theological significance through the disciplined application of the burin.\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":"Lucas Vorsterman the Elder","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58513659986255,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58513660051791,"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":58513660150095,"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":58513660182863,"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":58513660248399,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Saint-Peter-Taking-Money-from-the-Mouth-of-the-Fish_Poster_CompositorV1_1786459809049.jpg?v=1787125722"},{"product_id":"fight-of-peasants-at-cards-lucas-vorsterman-i","title":"Fight of Peasants at Cards - Lucas Vorsterman I","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century engraving by Lucas Vorsterman I, capturing a chaotic brawl between peasants following a card game.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Lucas Vorsterman I depicts a chaotic brawl between peasants, a subject frequently explored in Northern European art during the seventeenth century. The composition captures a moment of high tension, where a card game has descended into physical violence. Figures are shown in various states of agitation, with one man wielding a heavy wooden beam while others grapple in the foreground. The scene is set in a rural village, with modest cottages and trees providing a backdrop to the human drama.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVorsterman, a skilled engraver who worked closely with Peter Paul Rubens, demonstrates technical precision in his handling of the burin. The lines are controlled and deliberate, creating a sense of texture in the clothing and the rough terrain. The play of light and shadow across the figures adds a sense of volume to the scene, typical of the period. Scattered playing cards on the ground serve as a reminder of the trivial cause of the conflict, a common moralising device in genre works of the era. The Latin inscription at the base provides a scholarly frame for the otherwise coarse subject matter, reflecting the intellectual culture of the time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis print offers a glimpse into the social observations of the Flemish Baroque. The artist focuses on the raw energy of the figures, capturing their expressions of anger and desperation. The background remains relatively sparse, ensuring the viewer remains focused on the central struggle. The work is a fine example of the technical mastery achieved by printmakers in the Low Countries, who translated complex painted compositions into the medium of engraving with great success. It remains a compelling study of human behaviour and the social dynamics of the rural population.\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":"Lucas Vorsterman the Elder","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58513732600143,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58513732665679,"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":58513732763983,"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":58513732796751,"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":58513732862287,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Fight-of-Peasants-at-Cards_Poster_CompositorV1_1786460046854.jpg?v=1787126374"},{"product_id":"holy-family-lucas-vorsterman-i","title":"Holy Family - Lucas Vorsterman I","description":"\u003cp\u003eA masterful seventeenth-century engraving by Lucas Vorsterman I, depicting the Holy Family with technical precision and dramatic chiaroscuro.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Lucas Vorsterman I depicts the Holy Family, a subject frequently explored by artists of the seventeenth century. Vorsterman, a skilled printmaker from the Flemish school, worked closely with Peter Paul Rubens, and his technical proficiency is evident in the modulation of light and shadow across the figures. The composition features the Virgin Mary, the Christ Child, Saint Elizabeth, and the young Saint John the Baptist. The figures are arranged in a tight, pyramidal grouping, a common device in Renaissance and Baroque art to create a sense of unity and focus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVorsterman employs a sophisticated system of hatching and cross-hatching to define the volume of the figures and the texture of their garments. The play of light, emanating from an unseen source, creates a dramatic contrast against the dark background, drawing the viewer's eye to the interaction between the children. The Christ Child reaches towards the young Saint John, who holds a small object, likely a symbol of his future role. The inclusion of the basket at the base provides a domestic touch, grounding the sacred scene in a more relatable, human context.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Latin inscription at the base provides context regarding the dedication and the original painter, Raphael, whose work served as the model for this print. Vorsterman's ability to translate the painterly qualities of the original into the medium of engraving demonstrates his mastery of the burin. The print captures the emotional warmth of the scene while maintaining the formal rigour expected of high-quality reproductive prints of the period. This piece offers a clear example of the collaborative nature of printmaking in the seventeenth century, where the engraver acted as a vital conduit for the dissemination of major artistic compositions across Europe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/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":"Lucas Vorsterman the Elder","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58513750753615,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58513750819151,"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":58513750917455,"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":58513750950223,"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":58513751015759,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Holy-Family_Poster_CompositorV1_1786460287214.jpg?v=1787126496"},{"product_id":"emperor-charles-v-lucas-vorsterman-i","title":"Emperor Charles V - Lucas Vorsterman I","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century engraving by Lucas Vorsterman I, depicting Emperor Charles V in armour, based on an original design by Titian.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Lucas Vorsterman I depicts the Holy Roman Emperor Charles V in full armour. The composition derives from a prototype by Titian, a common practice for printmakers of the seventeenth century who sought to disseminate the likenesses of historical figures through the medium of copperplate engraving. Vorsterman, a skilled associate of Peter Paul Rubens, demonstrates his technical proficiency through the varied application of line to distinguish between the textures of polished steel, fabric, and skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Emperor is shown in a three-quarter view, his hand resting on his hip, with a sword held in his right hand. The inclusion of a helmet on a plinth to the right adds a sense of martial authority to the portrait. The background features a draped curtain, a convention used to provide depth and focus to the subject. The inscription at the base, 'IMP. CAES. CAROLVS V. AVG.', identifies the monarch, while the credit 'E Titiani Prototypo' acknowledges the source of the design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVorsterman's work is characterised by a disciplined approach to shading and cross-hatching. He creates a sense of volume in the armour, capturing the way light reflects off the curved surfaces of the breastplate and pauldrons. The facial features are rendered with precision, conveying a sense of gravity appropriate to the subject's status. This print serves as an example of the collaborative nature of the Flemish print trade, where the skills of the painter and the engraver combined to produce works for a wider audience. The print remains a record of both the historical figure of Charles V and the aesthetic values of the Baroque period, where the mastery of light and form was paramount in portraiture.\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":"Lucas Vorsterman the Elder","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58513760518479,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58513760584015,"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":58513760682319,"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":58513760715087,"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":58513760780623,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Emperor-Charles-V_Poster_CompositorV1_1786460673562.jpg?v=1787126866"},{"product_id":"madonna-with-sleeping-child-lucas-vorsterman-i","title":"Madonna with Sleeping Child - Lucas Vorsterman I","description":"\u003cp\u003eA refined seventeenth-century engraving by Lucas Vorsterman I, after Peter Paul Rubens, depicting the Virgin Mary watching over the sleeping Christ Child.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Lucas Vorsterman I depicts the Virgin Mary in a moment of quiet contemplation, her hands clasped in prayer as she watches over the sleeping Christ Child. The composition is based on a painting by Peter Paul Rubens, whose name appears on the print as the original painter. Vorsterman was a highly skilled engraver who worked closely with Rubens, translating the painterly qualities of the Flemish Baroque into the precise, linear language of copperplate engraving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe print demonstrates the technical mastery of the period. Vorsterman employs a variety of hatching and cross-hatching techniques to model the forms of the figures and the folds of the drapery. The contrast between the soft, rounded features of the child and the more structured, rhythmic lines of the Virgin's robes creates a sense of volume and weight. The background is kept relatively simple, allowing the focus to remain on the intimate interaction between mother and child.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the base of the image, a Latin inscription provides a poetic commentary on the scene, a common feature in devotional prints of the seventeenth century. The inclusion of such text reflects the intellectual culture of the time, where art served as a vehicle for both religious devotion and scholarly reflection. The work is a fine example of the collaborative relationship between painters and printmakers in Antwerp during the early seventeenth century, a period when the city functioned as a major centre for the production and distribution of high-quality graphic art across Europe. The print captures the emotional gravity and physical presence characteristic of the Rubensian style, rendered with the disciplined precision that defined Vorsterman's career.\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":"Lucas Vorsterman the Elder","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58515207913807,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58515207979343,"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":58515208077647,"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":58515208110415,"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":58515208175951,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Madonna-with-Sleeping-Child_Poster_CompositorV1_1786461246892.jpg?v=1787138947"},{"product_id":"pieter-de-jode-the-elder-lucas-vorsterman-i","title":"Pieter de Jode the Elder - Lucas Vorsterman I","description":"\u003cp\u003eA refined seventeenth-century portrait engraving of the Flemish printmaker Pieter de Jode the Elder, executed by Lucas Vorsterman I after a design by Anthony van Dyck.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis portrait engraving depicts the Flemish engraver and printmaker Pieter de Jode the Elder. It is a fine example of the collaborative printmaking culture in seventeenth-century Antwerp. The work is part of the Iconography series, a collection of portraits of notable contemporaries, including artists, scholars, and statesmen, which was initiated by Anthony van Dyck.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLucas Vorsterman I, a master of the burin, demonstrates his technical precision in this plate. The composition follows the conventions of the period, presenting the subject in a three-quarter view with a dignified posture. De Jode is shown wearing a ruff and a heavy cloak, his hand resting near his chest in a gesture of composure. The play of light across the fabric of his garment is rendered through a series of controlled, parallel lines, a hallmark of the period's engraving style. The background remains relatively plain, ensuring the focus remains on the sitter's facial features and expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBelow the portrait, the inscription identifies the subject as 'Petrus de Iode, Calcographus et Delineator Antverpiensis', noting his profession as an engraver and draughtsman from Antwerp. The credit line acknowledges the original design by Anthony van Dyck and the execution by Vorsterman. This print provides a clear view into the professional relationships between artists in the Low Countries during the Baroque era. The clarity of the lines and the depth of the shadows demonstrate the high level of craftsmanship expected in professional printmaking workshops of the time. This piece is suitable for those interested in the history of printmaking or the portraiture of the seventeenth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/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":"Lucas Vorsterman the Elder","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58515213156687,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58515213222223,"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":58515213320527,"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":58515213353295,"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":58515213418831,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Pieter-de-Jode-the-Elder_Poster_CompositorV1_1786461389620.jpg?v=1787139101"},{"product_id":"holy-women-at-christs-tomb-lucas-vorsterman-i","title":"Holy Women at Christ's Tomb - Lucas Vorsterman I","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed 17th-century engraving by Lucas Vorsterman I, capturing the dramatic encounter of the holy women at the tomb of Christ.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Lucas Vorsterman I depicts the biblical scene of the holy women arriving at the tomb of Christ. Vorsterman, a skilled printmaker who collaborated closely with Peter Paul Rubens, demonstrates his mastery of the burin through the precise rendering of drapery and the subtle modulation of light. The composition follows the dramatic conventions of the Flemish Baroque, where figures are arranged to guide the viewer through the narrative sequence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the left, two figures stand upon a raised platform, their forms illuminated by a radiant light source that emanates from behind them. This light spills across the scene, catching the folds of the garments worn by the women on the right. The women appear in various states of reaction, their expressions and postures conveying a sense of solemnity and wonder. Vorsterman employs a system of hatching and cross-hatching to create depth and volume, ensuring that the figures possess a tangible presence within the architectural setting of the tomb.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe print reflects the collaborative nature of the Antwerp print trade during the seventeenth century, where artists often translated the painterly compositions of masters into reproducible media. Vorsterman was one of the most capable engravers of his generation, known for his ability to capture the muscularity and movement characteristic of the Rubensian style. The inclusion of Latin text at the base of the print provides context for the scene, identifying the figures and the donors associated with the commission. This work serves as an example of the technical rigour applied to religious subjects, where the clarity of the line is used to articulate both the physical form and the spiritual weight of the narrative. The balance between the dark, cavernous background and the illuminated foreground figures creates a sense of theatricality, typical of the period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/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":"Lucas Vorsterman the Elder","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58515491815759,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58515491881295,"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":58515491979599,"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":58515492012367,"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":58515492077903,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Holy-Women-at-Christ-s-Tomb_Poster_CompositorV1_1786462282033.jpg?v=1787140463"},{"product_id":"cornelis-de-vos-lucas-vorsterman-i","title":"Cornelis de Vos - Lucas Vorsterman I","description":"\u003cp\u003eA refined seventeenth-century portrait engraving of the painter Cornelis de Vos, executed by Lucas Vorsterman I after an original design by Anthony van Dyck.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis portrait of the Flemish painter Cornelis de Vos is a fine example of the printmaking skill of Lucas Vorsterman I. The work forms part of the Iconography, a series of portraits of famous contemporaries initiated by Anthony van Dyck. Vorsterman, a highly capable engraver, worked closely with Van Dyck to translate the painterly qualities of the original oil portraits into the precise medium of copperplate engraving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition presents De Vos in a three-quarter view, his gaze directed towards the viewer with a sense of calm authority. The artist employs a variety of hatching techniques to define the texture of the subject's clothing and the subtle modelling of his facial features. The light source, coming from the upper left, creates a gentle contrast that gives the figure a sense of physical presence against the horizontally lined background. The inclusion of the Latin inscription at the base, identifying the sitter as a painter from Antwerp, follows the conventions of seventeenth-century print portraiture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVorsterman's technique is characterised by a disciplined use of line. He manages to convey the soft quality of the fabric and the individual strands of the sitter's moustache and beard through controlled, rhythmic strokes. The print demonstrates the technical rigour required to capture the likeness of a fellow artist while maintaining the stylistic unity of the larger Iconography project. This piece offers a clear view into the collaborative nature of the Antwerp art scene during the seventeenth century, where painters and printmakers worked in tandem to document the figures of their era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/portrait-of-charles-i-of-england-anthony-van-dyck\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortrait of Charles I of England - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/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":"Lucas Vorsterman the Elder","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58515502727503,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58515502793039,"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":58515502891343,"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":58515502924111,"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":58515502989647,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Cornelis-de-Vos_Poster_CompositorV1_1786462447542.jpg?v=1787140719"},{"product_id":"hubert-van-den-eynden-lucas-vorsterman-i","title":"Hubert van den Eynden - Lucas Vorsterman I","description":"\u003cp\u003eA refined seventeenth-century portrait engraving of the sculptor Hubert van den Eynden, executed by Lucas Vorsterman I after a design by Anthony van Dyck.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis portrait of the sculptor Hubert van den Eynden is a fine example of the collaborative printmaking culture in seventeenth-century Antwerp. The work is part of the Iconography, a series of portraits of famous contemporaries initiated by Anthony van Dyck. Lucas Vorsterman I, a master engraver, translated Van Dyck's original painted composition into this precise graphic medium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVorsterman demonstrates his technical command through the varied application of line. The sitter is depicted in a three-quarter view, his gaze directed away from the viewer. The artist employs dense cross-hatching to define the shadows of the doublet and the folds of the cloak, while lighter, more delicate strokes model the facial features and the lace collar. The inclusion of the sculptor's name at the base follows the conventions of the Iconography, identifying the subject clearly for the viewer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVan Dyck's influence is visible in the sitter's relaxed posture and the psychological depth conveyed through the expression. Vorsterman captures the texture of the fabric and the softness of the hair with remarkable clarity. The background remains neutral, ensuring the focus stays on the figure. This print reflects the high standards of the Flemish school of engraving, where the interplay between painterly design and linear execution reached a peak of refinement. The work offers a glimpse into the social and professional circles of the period, documenting the appearance of a notable artist through the skilled hand of a contemporary printmaker.\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":"Lucas Vorsterman the Elder","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58517418901839,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58517418967375,"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":58517419065679,"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":58517419098447,"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":58517419163983,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Hubert-van-den-Eynden_Poster_CompositorV1_1786464014111.jpg?v=1787143646"},{"product_id":"gaston-de-france-duc-dorleans-lucas-vorsterman-i","title":"Gaston de France, duc d'Orléans - Lucas Vorsterman I","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed seventeenth-century engraving of Gaston de France, Duke of Orléans, after a painting by Anthony van Dyck.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Lucas Vorsterman I depicts Gaston de France, Duke of Orléans, the younger brother of King Louis XIII. Vorsterman, a skilled Flemish engraver, worked closely with Anthony van Dyck, whose painting provided the basis for this print. The composition follows the conventions of seventeenth-century court portraiture, presenting the subject in half-length with the attributes of his noble rank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGaston is shown wearing polished armour, a symbol of his status and military role. A lace collar frames his face, providing a contrast to the metallic texture of his breastplate. He holds a baton, a traditional sign of command, while the sash and cross of the Order of the Holy Spirit are visible across his chest. The background features a draped curtain, a common device used to add a sense of theatre and depth to formal portraits of the period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVorsterman demonstrates technical precision in his handling of the burin. The lines are controlled and rhythmic, creating subtle gradations of light and shadow across the armour and the subject's features. The hair is rendered with flowing, calligraphic strokes that capture its volume and texture. The Latin inscription at the base identifies the sitter and acknowledges the collaboration between the painter, Van Dyck, and the engraver, Vorsterman. This print is a fine example of the reproductive engraving tradition, where the collaborative efforts of artists allowed for the dissemination of royal and aristocratic imagery across Europe. The work remains a clear record of the fashion and iconography associated with the French court during the early seventeenth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/portrait-of-charles-i-of-england-anthony-van-dyck\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortrait of Charles I of England - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/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":"Lucas Vorsterman the Elder","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58517574648143,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58517574713679,"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":58517574811983,"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":58517574844751,"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":58517574910287,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Gaston-de-France-duc-d-Orl-ans_Poster_CompositorV1_1786464396442.jpg?v=1787144649"},{"product_id":"orazio-gentileschi-lucas-vorsterman-i","title":"Orazio Gentileschi - Lucas Vorsterman I","description":"\u003cp\u003eA refined seventeenth-century portrait engraving of the painter Orazio Gentileschi, executed by Lucas Vorsterman I after a design by Anthony van Dyck.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis portrait engraving depicts the Italian painter Orazio Gentileschi, a figure associated with the Caravaggisti movement who spent his later years in London at the court of Charles I. The print is part of the Iconography, a series of portraits of famous contemporaries initiated by Anthony van Dyck. Lucas Vorsterman I, a skilled printmaker who collaborated closely with Van Dyck, executed this plate with technical precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition follows the conventions of seventeenth-century portraiture. Gentileschi is shown in a three-quarter view, his gaze directed towards the viewer with a sense of gravity. The artist wears a simple collar and a draped garment, rendered through varied hatching techniques that define the volume of the fabric and the contours of his face. The background is kept minimal, consisting of a vertical architectural element that provides a sense of depth without distracting from the subject. The Latin inscription at the base identifies the sitter as Horatius Gentileschi, an Italian painter of human figures in England, and acknowledges the roles of Van Dyck as the painter and Vorsterman as the engraver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVorsterman demonstrates his mastery of the burin and etching needle here. The lines are controlled and deliberate, creating subtle gradations of tone that model the sitter's features. The work captures the intellectual character of the subject, reflecting the refined aesthetic of the period. As a piece of the Iconography, it serves as a record of the artistic circles that flourished in Europe during the early seventeenth century. The print is a fine example of the collaborative nature of print production in the Baroque era, where the synergy between a painter and a specialist engraver allowed for the wide dissemination of portraiture among the educated classes.\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":"Lucas Vorsterman the Elder","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58517587067215,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58517587132751,"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":58517587231055,"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":58517587263823,"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":58517587329359,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Orazio-Gentileschi_Poster_CompositorV1_1786464611630.jpg?v=1787144733"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.com\/en-nz\/collections\/lucas-vorsterman-the-elder.oembed","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}