{"title":"Philip Galle","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"allegory-of-ambition-and-sloth-philips-galle","title":"Allegory of Ambition and Sloth - Philips Galle","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed 16th-century engraving by Philips Galle, contrasting the intellectual pursuits of ambition with the moral decay of sloth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Philips Galle presents a complex moral dichotomy, contrasting the pursuit of knowledge and worldly status with the stagnation of indolence. The composition is divided by a central herm, a pillar topped with a bust, which acts as a pivot between two distinct spheres of human activity. To the left, figures engage in intellectual and scientific endeavours. One man uses a pair of compasses upon a celestial globe, while another consults instruments at a table, suggesting the active, albeit potentially restless, nature of ambition. An owl, a traditional symbol of wisdom, watches from beneath the table, reinforcing the scholarly theme.\n\nIn contrast, the right side of the print depicts the consequences of sloth. Figures are shown in states of lethargy or sleep, while a skeletal personification of Death approaches with a scythe. This imagery serves as a memento mori, reminding the viewer of the inevitable end that awaits those who succumb to inactivity or vice. The Latin inscription at the base provides further context, linking these states to the influence of the moon and the shadows of human failing.\n\nGalle, a prominent engraver and publisher based in Antwerp, was instrumental in the dissemination of prints across Europe. His work often drew upon the designs of other artists, and this piece reflects the characteristic precision of the period. The fine lines of the engraving capture the textures of the drapery, the anatomy of the figures, and the intricate details of the scientific instruments. The print is a representative example of the moralising themes common in late sixteenth-century Northern European art, where complex allegories were used to instruct the viewer on the proper conduct of life. The balanced, yet busy, composition invites careful observation of each symbolic element.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/the-holy-family-agostino-carracci-1\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Holy Family - Agostino Carracci — Agostino Carracci\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/landscape-with-riders-esaias-van-de-velde\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eLandscape with Riders - Esaias van de Velde — Esaias van de Velde\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Philip Galle","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58233618366799,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58233618432335,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58233618465103,"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":58233618563407,"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":58233618596175,"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":58233618628943,"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":58233618694479,"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":58233618727247,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58233618760015,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58233618792783,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58233618858319,"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":58233618891087,"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":58233618956623,"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":58233618989391,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ XS Canvas (20x30cm) \/ -","offer_id":58233619513679,"sku":null,"price":30.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ Small Canvas (30x40cm) \/ -","offer_id":58233619546447,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58233619611983,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Allegory-of-Ambition-and-Sloth_Poster_CompositorV1_1782700687653.jpg?v=1782701200"},{"product_id":"title-plate-sol-and-the-personifications-of-the-four-seasons-philips-galle","title":"Title Plate: Sol and the Personifications of the Four Seasons - Philips Galle","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed 16th-century engraving by Philips Galle depicting the sun god Sol in his chariot, surrounded by allegorical figures of the four seasons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThis engraving, produced by the Dutch master Philips Galle, serves as the title plate for a series depicting the celestial and seasonal cycles. The composition is dominated by the figure of Sol, the sun god, who drives a chariot pulled by four winged horses across the heavens. The central oval frame is surrounded by figures representing the four seasons, each positioned to reflect their specific characteristics and influence on the natural world. \n\nGalle, a prolific engraver and publisher based in Antwerp, worked closely with the artist Jan van der Straet, also known as Stradanus, whose name appears on the plate. The collaboration between these two figures was common in the late sixteenth century, as printmakers sought to disseminate complex iconographic programmes to a wider audience. The style is characteristic of Northern Mannerism, featuring elongated figures, dynamic poses, and a high degree of technical precision in the handling of the burin.\n\nThe print displays a sophisticated use of line to create volume and texture, particularly in the musculature of the horses and the billowing clouds that support the chariot. The surrounding frame incorporates decorative elements that guide the eye around the central scene, while the Latin inscription at the base provides the necessary context for the allegorical narrative. This work demonstrates the technical mastery of the Antwerp school, which became a centre for print production during this period. The balance between the celestial power of Sol and the earthly manifestations of the seasons creates a structured, harmonious image that reflects the intellectual interests of the Renaissance period. The print remains a clear example of how classical mythology was adapted and reinterpreted through the medium of engraving to suit the aesthetic preferences of the time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/heilige-petrus-saint-peter-weeping-pieter-de-grebber\" 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;\"\u003eHeilige Petrus (Saint Peter Weeping) - Pieter de Grebber — Pieter de Grebber\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/portrait-of-petrus-boudaan-pieter-schenk-i\" 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 Petrus Boudaan - Pieter Schenk (I) — Peter Schenk the Elder\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Philip Galle","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58232560419151,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58232560484687,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58232560517455,"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":58232560615759,"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":58232560648527,"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":58232560681295,"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":58232560746831,"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":58232560779599,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58232560812367,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58232560845135,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58232560910671,"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":58232560943439,"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":58232561008975,"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":58232561041743,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ XS Canvas (20x30cm) \/ -","offer_id":58232561566031,"sku":null,"price":30.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ Small Canvas (30x40cm) \/ -","offer_id":58232561598799,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58232561664335,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Title-Plate_-Sol-and-the-Personifications-of-the-Four-Seasons_Poster_CompositorV1_1782960125857.jpg?v=1782960282"},{"product_id":"king-cyrus-rescues-daniel-from-the-lions-den-philips-galle","title":"King Cyrus Rescues Daniel from the Lion's Den - Philips Galle","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed sixteenth-century engraving by Philips Galle depicting the biblical rescue of Daniel from the lion's den.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Philips Galle depicts the biblical narrative of Daniel being retrieved from the lion's den by King Cyrus. The composition focuses on the physical act of rescue, with Daniel suspended by ropes as he is hoisted from the pit. Below him, several lions rest in the cavern, their presence rendered with anatomical attention to their manes and musculature. The scene includes a human skull and scattered bones, which serve as memento mori elements, grounding the miraculous survival of the prophet in the grim reality of the pit.\n\nGalle, a prominent figure in the sixteenth-century Dutch printmaking tradition, demonstrates his technical proficiency through the use of varied line weights and cross-hatching. These techniques define the rocky textures of the cavern walls and the soft, muscular forms of the figures. The upper portion of the print shows King Cyrus and his attendants observing the event from the ledge above, providing a clear sense of vertical scale and spatial depth. The Latin inscription at the base, 'Videns Rex Danielem a Deo Ysraelis inter leones seruatum, extrabi iubet', translates to 'The King, seeing Daniel saved by the God of Israel among the lions, orders him to be drawn out'.\n\nThis work reflects the period's interest in biblical illustration, often produced for educational or devotional purposes. The print is characteristic of the Antwerp school of engraving, which prioritised clarity of narrative and technical precision. The figures exhibit the elongated proportions and dynamic poses common in late sixteenth-century European art. By focusing on the moment of deliverance, Galle captures both the tension of the rescue and the theological weight of the event. The print remains a clear example of the narrative capabilities of the engraving medium during the Northern Renaissance, where the artist balanced technical rigour with the requirements of 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\/samson-and-delilah-lucas-van-leyden\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eSamson and Delilah - Lucas van Leyden — Lucas van Leyden\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/study-sheet-with-five-figures-the-desperate-man-albrecht-durer\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eStudy Sheet with Five Figures ('The Desperate Man') - Albrecht Dürer — Albrecht Dürer\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Philip Galle","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58179497394511,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58179497460047,"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":58179497558351,"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":58179497591119,"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":58179497656655,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58231570465103,"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":58231570497871,"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":58231570530639,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58231570563407,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58231570596175,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58231570661711,"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":58231570694479,"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":58231570760015,"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":58231570792783,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ XS Canvas (20x30cm) \/ -","offer_id":58231571317071,"sku":null,"price":30.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ Small Canvas (30x40cm) \/ -","offer_id":58231571349839,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58231571415375,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/King-Cyrus-Rescues-Daniel-from-the-Lion-s-Den_Poster_CompositorV1_1783383006353.jpg?v=1783611887"},{"product_id":"the-defeat-of-the-turks-at-plumbinum-philips-galle","title":"The Defeat of the Turks at Plumbinum - Philips Galle","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed sixteenth-century engraving by Philips Galle depicting a naval and land battle at Piombino, featuring dramatic figures and fortified architecture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Philips Galle depicts a military engagement at Piombino, a coastal town in Tuscany. The composition is structured to convey the chaos of battle, with the foreground dominated by figures in a boat, including an archer aiming his weapon towards the shore. The background provides a panoramic view of the fortified city of Plumbinum, with ships visible on the horizon, suggesting a naval conflict that has spilled onto the land. \n\nGalle, a prominent Dutch engraver and publisher based in Antwerp, often collaborated with other artists, such as Jan van der Straet (Stradanus), whose name appears on the plate. The work reflects the period interest in historical and military subjects, rendered with the precise line work characteristic of late sixteenth-century printmaking. The figures are depicted with the muscularity and dramatic poses typical of the Mannerist style, which prioritised expressive movement over strict anatomical realism. \n\nThe scene is framed by a Latin inscription at the base, which provides a narrative summary of the event, describing the arrival of the Turkish fleet and their subsequent repulse by the Imperial and Etruscan forces. The use of cross-hatching and varied line weights creates a sense of depth and texture, from the ripples in the water to the architectural details of the distant city walls. This print serves as a record of contemporary European perceptions of Mediterranean conflicts during the era. It demonstrates the technical skill of the Antwerp school, which became a centre for the production and distribution of such narrative prints across the continent. The work remains a clear example of how historical events were translated into visual media for a wider audience during the Renaissance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/the-four-elements-medallion-series-crispijn-van-de-passe-i\" 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 Four Elements (Medallion Series) - Crispijn van de Passe (I) — Crispijn van de Passe the Elder\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/pieta-agostino-carracci\" 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;\"\u003ePietà - Agostino Carracci — Agostino Carracci\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Philip Galle","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58179582525775,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58179582591311,"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":58179582689615,"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":58179582722383,"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":58179582787919,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58231541006671,"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":58231541039439,"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":58231541072207,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58231541104975,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58231541137743,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58231541203279,"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":58231541236047,"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":58231541301583,"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":58231541334351,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ XS Canvas (20x30cm) \/ -","offer_id":58231541858639,"sku":null,"price":30.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ Small Canvas (30x40cm) \/ -","offer_id":58231541891407,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58231541956943,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Defeat-of-the-Turks-at-Plumbinum_Poster_CompositorV1_1783384084702.jpg?v=1783612899"},{"product_id":"the-dissipation-of-the-spanish-enemy-philips-galle","title":"The Dissipation of the Spanish Enemy - Philips Galle","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed sixteenth-century engraving by Philips Galle depicting a historical military engagement involving the Medici family.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThis engraving, executed by the Dutch master Philips Galle, depicts a scene of military engagement based on a design by Jan van der Straet, known as Stradanus. The work forms part of a series documenting the history of the Medici family. It captures the moment Giovanni dalle Bande Nere forces the Spanish troops to retreat across the Adda river. The composition focuses on the rear view of mounted soldiers, their armour rendered with precise, rhythmic lines that define the metallic surfaces and the musculature of the horses. \n\nGalle, a significant figure in the sixteenth-century print trade, demonstrates technical mastery in his use of hatching and cross-hatching to create depth and volume. The foreground figures are positioned to draw the viewer into the narrative, while the background reveals a sprawling battlefield with infantry and cavalry engaged in the distance. The Latin inscription at the base provides context for the event, identifying the specific historical action involving the Medici forces. \n\nAs a product of the Northern Mannerist tradition, the print prioritises clarity of form and narrative structure. The attention to detail in the weaponry, horse tack, and period attire offers a window into the aesthetic and historical preoccupations of the era. The work is a fine example of the collaborative process between designer and engraver, a common practice in the workshops of Antwerp during this period. The print maintains a balance between the immediate action of the foreground and the broader scope of the conflict unfolding across the riverbank. It is a piece that rewards close observation of its technical execution and its role in the visual documentation of European political history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/the-four-elements-medallion-series-crispijn-van-de-passe-i\" 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 Four Elements (Medallion Series) - Crispijn van de Passe (I) — Crispijn van de Passe the Elder\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/pieta-agostino-carracci\" 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;\"\u003ePietà - Agostino Carracci — Agostino Carracci\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Philip Galle","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58182335201615,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58182335267151,"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":58182335365455,"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":58182335398223,"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":58182335463759,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58231532618063,"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":58231532650831,"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":58231532683599,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58231532716367,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58231532749135,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58231532814671,"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":58231532847439,"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":58231532912975,"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":58231532945743,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ XS Canvas (20x30cm) \/ -","offer_id":58231533470031,"sku":null,"price":30.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ Small Canvas (30x40cm) \/ -","offer_id":58231533502799,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58231533568335,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Dissipation-of-the-Spanish-Enemy_Poster_CompositorV1_1783383847775.jpg?v=1783638909"},{"product_id":"hemelvaart-van-christus-en-verkiezing-van-mattias-philips-galle","title":"Hemelvaart van Christus en verkiezing van Mattias - Philips Galle","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed sixteenth-century engraving by Philips Galle depicting the Ascension of Christ and the selection of Matthias, based on a design by Maarten van Heemskerck.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Philips Galle, after a design by Maarten van Heemskerck, depicts two distinct biblical episodes within a single architectural frame. The upper register shows the Ascension of Christ, where the disciples gather in prayer, their figures rendered with the elongated proportions and expressive gestures characteristic of Northern Mannerism. The lower register focuses on the selection of Matthias to replace Judas Iscariot, an event described in the Acts of the Apostles. \n\nGalle, a prolific printmaker based in Antwerp, utilised the burin to create a wide range of tonal values. The composition is divided by classical columns, which provide a sense of spatial depth while simultaneously organising the complex narrative. In the background, a cityscape with a fountain and classical buildings suggests a contemporary interpretation of the biblical setting. The figures are arranged in a theatrical manner, with the architecture acting as a stage for the unfolding events. \n\nThe print includes Latin inscriptions at the base, which provide context for the scenes above. The technical precision of the hatching and cross-hatching demonstrates the high level of craftsmanship associated with the Galle workshop. This work reflects the period's interest in combining classical architectural motifs with religious themes, a common practice among Dutch and Flemish artists of the sixteenth century. The interaction between the foreground figures and the background elements creates a sense of continuity across the narrative space, inviting the viewer to examine the details of the scene, from the expressions of the apostles to the architectural features of the building.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/crucifixion-agostino-carracci-1\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eCrucifixion - Agostino Carracci — Agostino Carracci\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/air-and-water-johann-kellerthaler-the-younger\" 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;\"\u003eAir and Water - Johann Kellerthaler the Younger — Johann Kellerthaler the Younger\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Philip Galle","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58180216881487,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58180216947023,"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":58180217045327,"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":58180217078095,"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":58180217143631,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58231502438735,"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":58231502471503,"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":58231502504271,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58231502537039,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58231502569807,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58231502635343,"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":58231502668111,"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":58231502733647,"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":58231502766415,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ XS Canvas (20x30cm) \/ -","offer_id":58231503290703,"sku":null,"price":30.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ Small Canvas (30x40cm) \/ -","offer_id":58231503323471,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58231503389007,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Hemelvaart-van-Christus-en-verkiezing-van-Mattias_Poster_CompositorV1_1783385048379.jpg?v=1783621579"},{"product_id":"winter-hiems-philips-galle","title":"Winter (Hiems) - Philips Galle","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn intricate sixteenth-century engraving by Philips Galle depicting the allegorical theme of Winter through domestic scenes and seasonal symbolism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThis engraving, titled Hiems (Winter), is a work by the Dutch printmaker Philips Galle, based on a design by Jan van der Straet, also known as Stradanus. It forms part of a series depicting the four seasons, a common theme in sixteenth-century Northern European art. The composition is contained within an oval frame, which is adorned with reclining figures that represent the physical and metaphorical weight of the season.\n\nThe interior scene captures the domestic reality of winter. A central figure sits by a brazier, warming his hands over the flames, while a child operates a bellows to keep the fire alive. Nearby, a woman works with a spinning wheel, suggesting the indoor labour that defined the colder months. In the background, a four-poster bed and a glimpse of a snowy street scene reinforce the seasonal narrative. The use of perspective and the careful rendering of textures, from the heavy drapery to the metallic sheen of the cooking vessels, demonstrate the technical precision of Galle's engraving style.\n\nThe Latin inscription at the base provides a poetic commentary on the season, linking the harshness of winter to the physical decline associated with old age. This allegorical layer adds depth to the visual representation, moving beyond a simple genre scene to offer a reflection on the cycle of life. The print is a fine example of the collaborative nature of print production in the Netherlands during the late Renaissance, where designers and engravers worked in close proximity to produce works for a growing market of collectors and scholars. The clarity of the lines and the balanced distribution of light and shadow within the oval frame create a sense of order, typical of the period's approach to complex narrative compositions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/the-four-elements-medallion-series-crispijn-van-de-passe-i\" 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 Four Elements (Medallion Series) - Crispijn van de Passe (I) — Crispijn van de Passe the Elder\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/the-holy-family-agostino-carracci-1\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Holy Family - Agostino Carracci — Agostino Carracci\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Philip Galle","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58180354474319,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58180354539855,"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":58180354638159,"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":58180354670927,"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":58180354736463,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58231465050447,"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":58231465083215,"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":58231465115983,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58231465148751,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58231465181519,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58231465247055,"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":58231465279823,"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":58231465345359,"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":58231465378127,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ XS Canvas (20x30cm) \/ -","offer_id":58231465902415,"sku":null,"price":30.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ Small Canvas (30x40cm) \/ -","offer_id":58231465935183,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58231466000719,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Winter-Hiems-_Poster_CompositorV1_1783385769210.jpg?v=1783622748"},{"product_id":"de-mens-vecht-tegen-zijn-eigen-soort-philips-galle","title":"De mens vecht tegen zijn eigen soort - Philips Galle","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed sixteenth-century engraving by Philips Galle depicting an allegorical scene of human conflict and struggle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Philips Galle, a prominent figure in the sixteenth-century Dutch printmaking tradition, depicts a visceral scene of human conflict. The composition centres on two primary figures engaged in a duel, their bodies tensed in combat. The artist employs precise, controlled lines to define the musculature of the combatants and the textures of their armour and weaponry. The background reveals a wider narrative, showing smaller figures locked in similar struggles, which reinforces the allegorical theme of humanity in perpetual conflict with itself.\n\nGalle, who operated a prolific publishing house in Antwerp, was known for his technical mastery of the burin. His work often engaged with moralising or philosophical subjects, common in the Northern Renaissance. The scene is set within a rugged, somewhat sparse environment, where the harshness of the landscape mirrors the brutality of the action. The presence of lions in the foreground adds a layer of symbolic weight, perhaps suggesting the bestial nature of the violence depicted. The dramatic lighting, emanating from a sunburst in the distance, provides a stark contrast to the dark, etched lines of the foreground figures, creating a sense of depth and atmospheric tension.\n\nAs a museum-grade print, this piece captures the fine detail of the original copperplate engraving. The clarity of the lines and the balance of the composition demonstrate the skill required to produce such narrative works during this period. It is a compelling example of how sixteenth-century artists used classical motifs and allegorical storytelling to comment on the human condition. The print remains a study in both technical execution and the thematic preoccupations of the era, offering a window into the artistic and intellectual climate of the Low Countries.\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\/adam-and-eve-albrecht-durer\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eAdam and Eve - Albrecht Dürer — Albrecht Dürer\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/cartouche-with-text-from-the-book-of-wisdom-gerard-de-jode\" 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;\"\u003eCartouche with Text from the Book of Wisdom - Gerard de Jode — Gerard de Jode\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Philip Galle","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58180381540687,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58180381606223,"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":58180381704527,"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":58180381737295,"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":58180381802831,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58231439720783,"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":58231439753551,"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":58231439786319,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58231439819087,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58231439851855,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58231439917391,"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":58231439950159,"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":58231440015695,"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":58231440048463,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ XS Canvas (20x30cm) \/ -","offer_id":58231440572751,"sku":null,"price":30.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ Small Canvas (30x40cm) \/ -","offer_id":58231440605519,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58231440671055,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/De-mens-vecht-tegen-zijn-eigen-soort_Poster_CompositorV1_1783386019095.jpg?v=1783623053"},{"product_id":"the-coronation-of-cosimo-i-de-medici-philips-galle","title":"The Coronation of Cosimo I de' Medici - Philips Galle","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed sixteenth-century engraving by Philips Galle depicting the coronation of Cosimo I de' Medici by Pope Pius V.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Philips Galle depicts the formal coronation of Cosimo I de' Medici by Pope Pius V, an event that occurred in 1569. The scene is set within a chapel, where the Pope places the crown upon the kneeling Duke. The composition is structured to convey the gravity of the political and religious alliance between the Medici family and the Papacy. Galle employs precise, controlled lines to define the textures of the ecclesiastical robes, the metallic sheen of the armour, and the architectural elements of the interior.\n\nThe print is part of a series documenting the life and achievements of the Medici dynasty. Galle, a prolific publisher and engraver based in Antwerp, was known for his technical skill in reproducing complex narrative scenes. The figures are arranged in a formal, staged manner, typical of the period's approach to historical documentation. The background features a depiction of the Crucifixion, which adds a layer of religious solemnity to the secular act of investiture. The Latin inscription at the base provides context for the event, noting the bestowal of the title of Grand Duke of Tuscany.\n\nTechnically, the work demonstrates the high level of craftsmanship associated with the Antwerp school of printmaking. The use of cross-hatching creates depth and volume, while the varied line weights help to distinguish between the foreground figures and the surrounding courtiers. This print offers a window into the visual culture of the late sixteenth century, where historical events were recorded through the medium of the copperplate engraving for wider dissemination among the educated classes of 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\/air-and-water-johann-kellerthaler-the-younger\" 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;\"\u003eAir and Water - Johann Kellerthaler the Younger — Johann Kellerthaler the Younger\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/battle-of-naked-men-domenico-campagnola\" 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;\"\u003eBattle of Naked Men - Domenico Campagnola — Domenico Campagnola\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Philip Galle","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58180505207119,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58180505272655,"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":58180505370959,"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":58180505403727,"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":58180505469263,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58231389028687,"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":58231389061455,"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":58231389094223,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58231389126991,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58231389159759,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58231389225295,"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":58231389258063,"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":58231389323599,"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":58231389356367,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ XS Canvas (20x30cm) \/ -","offer_id":58231389880655,"sku":null,"price":30.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ Small Canvas (30x40cm) \/ -","offer_id":58231389913423,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58231389978959,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Coronation-of-Cosimo-I-de-Medici_Poster_CompositorV1_1783387452503.jpg?v=1783628540"},{"product_id":"saint-genevieve-with-an-angel-philips-galle","title":"Saint Genevieve with an Angel - Philips Galle","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed sixteenth-century engraving by Philips Galle depicting Saint Genevieve being guided by an angel through a sprawling rural landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Philips Galle depicts the hagiographic narrative of Saint Genevieve. The composition places the figures in the lower left corner, where an angel guides the saint through a rugged, rural terrain. The scene draws upon the conventions of sixteenth-century Netherlandish printmaking, which frequently combined religious subjects with expansive, detailed topographical views. \n\nGalle, a prolific publisher and engraver based in Antwerp, utilised precise line work to define the textures of the foliage, the rolling hills, and the distant architectural structures. The background features a sprawling river valley, complete with a fortified town and scattered rural dwellings, demonstrating the period's interest in cartographic accuracy and atmospheric perspective. The inclusion of wildlife, such as the deer and rabbits, adds a sense of quietude to the wilderness setting. \n\nThe Latin inscription at the base of the print provides context for the action, noting the saint's sorrowful wandering and the angel's instruction for her to return home. The technical execution reflects the high standards of the Antwerp workshops, where Galle played a central role in the dissemination of prints across Europe. The balance between the intimate human interaction and the vast, panoramic environment is characteristic of the era's approach to narrative art. This print offers a clear example of the technical proficiency and stylistic preferences of the late Renaissance in the Low Countries, capturing both the spiritual focus of the subject and the observational detail of the natural world.\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\/air-and-water-johann-kellerthaler-the-younger\" 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;\"\u003eAir and Water - Johann Kellerthaler the Younger — Johann Kellerthaler the Younger\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/battle-of-naked-men-domenico-campagnola\" 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;\"\u003eBattle of Naked Men - Domenico Campagnola — Domenico Campagnola\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Philip Galle","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58180515856719,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58180515922255,"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":58180516020559,"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":58180516053327,"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":58180516118863,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58231375298895,"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":58231375331663,"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":58231375364431,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58231375397199,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58231375429967,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58231375495503,"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":58231375528271,"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":58231375593807,"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":58231375626575,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ XS Canvas (20x30cm) \/ -","offer_id":58231376150863,"sku":null,"price":30.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ Small Canvas (30x40cm) \/ -","offer_id":58231376183631,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58231376249167,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Saint-Genevieve-with-an-Angel_Poster_CompositorV1_1783387573646.jpg?v=1783628724"},{"product_id":"the-golden-age-philips-galle","title":"The Golden Age - Philips Galle","description":"\u003cp\u003eA 1573 engraving by Philips Galle depicting the classical myth of the Golden Age, featuring figures in a harmonious, untamed natural setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThis engraving, titled The Golden Age (Aureum Saeculum), was produced by the Dutch master Philips Galle in 1573. Based on a design by Gillis Coignet, the work depicts the classical myth of the Golden Age, a period of primordial peace and harmony. The composition is contained within a circular frame, a format often used in the sixteenth century for decorative prints and book illustrations.\n\nThe scene presents a group of nude figures inhabiting a lush, untamed environment. They are shown in various states of repose and activity, interacting with the natural world in a manner that suggests a life free from labour or conflict. The figures are rendered with the muscularity and elongated proportions characteristic of the Mannerist style, reflecting the influence of Italian art on Northern European printmakers of the period. The trees and rocky terrain are executed with precise, rhythmic hatching, which provides a sense of volume and texture to the forms.\n\nPhilips Galle was a central figure in the Antwerp print trade, known for his technical proficiency and his ability to translate the works of contemporary painters into widely distributed engravings. This print demonstrates his command of the burin, using varying line weights to create depth within the circular boundary. The Latin inscription at the base, 'AVREVM SAECVLVM', confirms the subject matter, while the artist's signature and the date are clearly visible within the lower portion of the plate. This work offers a window into the intellectual and artistic preoccupations of the late Renaissance, where classical themes were frequently revisited to explore concepts of human nature and the idealised past.\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\/air-and-water-johann-kellerthaler-the-younger\" 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;\"\u003eAir and Water - Johann Kellerthaler the Younger — Johann Kellerthaler the Younger\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/the-parable-of-the-devil-sowing-tares-agostino-carracci\" 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 Parable of the Devil Sowing Tares - Agostino Carracci — Agostino Carracci\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Philip Galle","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58180391207247,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58180520968527,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58180521001295,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58180521034063,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58180521066831,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58180521099599,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58180521132367,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58180521165135,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58180521197903,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58180521230671,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58180521263439,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58231369072975,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58231369105743,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58231369138511,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ XS Canvas (20x30cm) \/ -","offer_id":58231369466191,"sku":null,"price":30.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ Small Canvas (30x40cm) \/ -","offer_id":58231369498959,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58231369564495,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Golden-Age_Poster_CompositorV1_1783387820840.jpg?v=1783629074"},{"product_id":"title-page-for-a-series-of-water-nymphs-philips-galle","title":"Title Page for a Series of Water Nymphs - Philips Galle","description":"\u003cp\u003eA 1587 engraving by Philips Galle, featuring intricate marine-themed cartouches and classical Latin typography.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Philips Galle, dated 1587, functions as the title page for a series of prints depicting water nymphs. Galle, a prolific publisher and engraver based in Antwerp, was a central figure in the dissemination of Northern Renaissance and Mannerist imagery. His work often bridged the gap between classical mythology and the decorative arts, a characteristic clearly visible in this composition.\n\nThe print features two distinct cartouches, each containing Latin text, framed by elaborate marine motifs. The upper section is adorned with shells and crustaceans, while the lower portion incorporates fish and aquatic elements. The arrangement of these forms reflects the Mannerist interest in ornamental complexity and the integration of natural history with classical design. The precision of the line work demonstrates the technical mastery required for copperplate engraving during the late sixteenth century, where the clarity of the script is balanced against the decorative borders.\n\nAs a title page, this print serves to introduce a collection of works focused on the aquatic realm, a popular subject for artists of the period who sought to explore the intersection of human form and the natural world. The inclusion of a dedication to Rutger van Haept further contextualises the print within the social and intellectual circles of Antwerp, where patrons and artists collaborated to produce works that were both educational and aesthetically refined. The composition is structured with a sense of symmetry, yet the inclusion of varied marine life provides a sense of movement and organic detail. This piece offers a glimpse into the print culture of the late sixteenth century, where the title page was treated as an opportunity for artistic display and technical demonstration.\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\/cartouche-with-text-from-the-book-of-wisdom-gerard-de-jode\" 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;\"\u003eCartouche with Text from the Book of Wisdom - Gerard de Jode — Gerard de Jode\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/saint-eustace-albrecht-durer\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eSaint Eustace - Albrecht Dürer — Albrecht Dürer\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Philip Galle","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58180602298703,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58180602364239,"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":58180602462543,"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":58180602495311,"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":58180602560847,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58231355015503,"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":58231355048271,"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":58231355081039,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58231355113807,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58231355146575,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58231355212111,"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":58231355244879,"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":58231355310415,"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":58231355343183,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ XS Canvas (20x30cm) \/ -","offer_id":58231355867471,"sku":null,"price":30.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ Small Canvas (30x40cm) \/ -","offer_id":58231355900239,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58231355965775,"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-for-a-Series-of-Water-Nymphs_Poster_CompositorV1_1783388170457.jpg?v=1783629277"},{"product_id":"sacramentum-confirmationis-philips-galle","title":"Sacramentum Confirmationis - Philips Galle","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed sixteenth-century engraving by Philips Galle depicting the Sacrament of Confirmation through a complex, multi-layered religious narrative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Philips Galle, a prominent figure in the sixteenth-century Dutch printmaking tradition, depicts the Sacrament of Confirmation through a complex, multi-layered visual narrative. The composition is structured as a central scene surrounded by smaller vignettes, a common format for didactic religious prints of the period. At the core, a bishop administers the sacrament to kneeling figures, while the upper centre features a dove representing the Holy Spirit, radiating light downwards.\n\nThe print is heavily annotated with Latin text, integrating biblical references and theological commentary directly into the visual field. Two large, bearded figures stand on either side of the central action, acting as framing devices that guide the viewer through the theological arguments presented. The surrounding smaller panels illustrate various historical and scriptural events related to the descent of the Holy Spirit and the apostolic tradition of confirmation. \n\nGalle, who operated a prolific publishing house in Antwerp, was known for his technical precision and his ability to translate complex theological concepts into accessible visual media. His work often served as a bridge between the scholarly discourse of the Counter-Reformation and the broader public. The engraving demonstrates a high degree of control in its line work, using hatching and cross-hatching to create depth and texture within the architectural settings and the drapery of the figures. This piece is a fine example of the Northern Renaissance interest in combining rigorous academic study with devotional imagery. It reflects the era's reliance on print culture to disseminate religious doctrine across Europe, providing a visual catalogue of the spiritual and historical foundations of the sacrament.\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\/cartouche-with-text-from-the-book-of-wisdom-gerard-de-jode\" 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;\"\u003eCartouche with Text from the Book of Wisdom - Gerard de Jode — Gerard de Jode\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/saint-eustace-albrecht-durer\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eSaint Eustace - Albrecht Dürer — Albrecht Dürer\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Philip Galle","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58180617437519,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58180617503055,"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":58180617601359,"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":58180617634127,"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":58180617699663,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58231349707087,"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":58231349739855,"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":58231349772623,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58231349805391,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58231349838159,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58231349903695,"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":58231349936463,"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":58231350001999,"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":58231350034767,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ XS Canvas (20x30cm) \/ -","offer_id":58231350559055,"sku":null,"price":30.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ Small Canvas (30x40cm) \/ -","offer_id":58231350591823,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58231350657359,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Sacramentum-Confirmationis_Poster_CompositorV1_1783388291436.jpg?v=1783629362"},{"product_id":"the-king-of-ai-hanged-philips-galle","title":"The King of Ai Hanged - Philips Galle","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed sixteenth-century engraving by Philips Galle depicting the biblical execution of the King of Ai amidst a city under siege.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Philips Galle depicts the biblical narrative of the King of Ai, as recounted in the Book of Joshua. The composition is divided into distinct zones of action. In the foreground, soldiers in classical-style armour gather near the gallows, where the defeated monarch is suspended. The background features a city under siege, with flames rising from structures that blend Renaissance architectural elements with imagined ancient forms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGalle, a central figure in the sixteenth-century Dutch print trade, utilised precise line work to define the musculature of the figures and the textures of the stone buildings. The engraving technique allows for a high degree of detail, from the folds of the soldiers' tunics to the smoke billowing across the horizon. The scene captures the aftermath of the conquest, focusing on the grim reality of the punishment inflicted upon the defeated ruler.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe work reflects the period's interest in moralising historical and biblical subjects. By placing the event within a setting that evokes the classical past, Galle connects the narrative to the broader tradition of European history painting. The Latin inscription at the base provides context for the scene, identifying the subject and the divine mandate associated with the victory. This print is representative of the technical proficiency found in the workshops of Antwerp during the late sixteenth century, where printmakers often collaborated with designers to produce series of narrative works for a growing market of collectors and scholars. The balance between the foreground figures and the architectural backdrop demonstrates the spatial conventions common to the period, creating a sense of theatrical staging that directs the viewer's attention to the central event.\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\/allegorical-winged-female-figure-albrecht-altdorfer\" 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;\"\u003eAllegorical Winged Female Figure - Albrecht Altdorfer — Albrecht Altdorfer\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/the-entombment-marcantonio-raimondi\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Entombment - Marcantonio Raimondi — Marcantonio Raimondi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Philips Galle","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58564588962127,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58564589027663,"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":58564589125967,"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":58564589158735,"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":58564589224271,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-King-of-Ai-Hanged_Poster_CompositorV1_1787676462726.jpg?v=1787676697"},{"product_id":"the-chaldeans-carrying-away-the-pillars-of-the-temple-of-jerusalem-philips-galle","title":"The Chaldeans Carrying Away the Pillars of the Temple of Jerusalem - Philips Galle","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed sixteenth-century engraving by Philips Galle depicting the biblical looting of Jerusalem, showcasing the technical precision of Dutch printmaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Philips Galle depicts the biblical narrative of the destruction of Jerusalem and the subsequent looting of the Temple. The composition is organised with a clear foreground action, where soldiers transport heavy architectural elements on wheeled carts, while the background shows the city under siege, with smoke rising from a large, domed structure. The artist employs a precise, linear technique characteristic of the late sixteenth-century Dutch printmaking tradition, focusing on the clarity of form and the dramatic staging of the historical event.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGalle was a prolific engraver and publisher based in Antwerp, a major centre for the production of prints during this period. His work often involved collaborations with other artists, such as Maarten van Heemskerck, whose influence is visible in the architectural rendering and the muscular figures. The print features Latin text at the base, providing context for the scene, which was a common practice in educational and religious print series of the era. The attention to detail in the armour, the anatomy of the oxen, and the structural elements of the city walls demonstrates the technical skill required for copperplate engraving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis piece offers a view into how biblical history was visualised in the early modern period. The artist does not attempt archaeological accuracy, but rather interprets the narrative through the lens of contemporary sixteenth-century aesthetics. The use of cross-hatching and varied line weights creates a sense of volume and depth, guiding the viewer from the immediate action of the soldiers to the broader devastation occurring in the city behind them. It is a work that reflects the technical rigour of the Antwerp school, providing a window into the intersection of religious storytelling and print culture in the Netherlands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/allegorical-winged-female-figure-albrecht-altdorfer\" 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;\"\u003eAllegorical Winged Female Figure - Albrecht Altdorfer — Albrecht Altdorfer\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/the-entombment-marcantonio-raimondi\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Entombment - Marcantonio Raimondi — Marcantonio Raimondi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Philip Galle","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58564590174543,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58564590240079,"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":58564590338383,"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":58564590371151,"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":58564590436687,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Chaldeans-Carrying-Away-the-Pillars-of-the-Temple-of-Jerusalem_Poster_CompositorV1_1787676369574.jpg?v=1787676758"},{"product_id":"saint-peter-preaching-in-jerusalem-philips-galle","title":"Saint Peter Preaching in Jerusalem - Philips Galle","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed sixteenth-century engraving by Philips Galle depicting Saint Peter preaching to a crowd in Jerusalem, designed by Maarten van Heemskerck.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Philips Galle, after a design by Maarten van Heemskerck, depicts the biblical scene of Saint Peter addressing a crowd in Jerusalem. The composition is structured around a central staircase, which serves to divide the figures into distinct groups. At the top of the stairs, Saint Peter stands with his arm extended, gesturing towards the listeners. Below him, the crowd displays a variety of reactions, ranging from attentive observation to physical collapse, as seen in the figure seated on the ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGalle, a prolific engraver based in Antwerp, was instrumental in the dissemination of Northern Mannerist imagery. His collaboration with Heemskerck resulted in numerous series of prints that explored theological narratives through a lens of classical architectural influence and dramatic human expression. The print exhibits the characteristic precision of sixteenth-century copperplate engraving, with fine cross-hatching used to define the folds of drapery and the texture of the stone masonry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe background features an architectural setting that blends elements of antiquity with the stylistic conventions of the period. The inclusion of Latin text at the base of the image provides a scriptural reference, a common feature in devotional prints of the era intended for both scholarly and religious reflection. The figures are rendered with the elongated proportions and dynamic poses typical of the Mannerist style, which prioritised emotional intensity and formal complexity over strict naturalism. This work offers a view into the technical mastery of the Dutch printmaking tradition, where the interplay of light and shadow is achieved entirely through the density and direction of the engraved lines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/allegorical-winged-female-figure-albrecht-altdorfer\" 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;\"\u003eAllegorical Winged Female Figure - Albrecht Altdorfer — Albrecht Altdorfer\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/the-entombment-marcantonio-raimondi\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Entombment - Marcantonio Raimondi — Marcantonio Raimondi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Philips Galle","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58564861198671,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58564861264207,"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":58564861362511,"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":58564861395279,"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":58564861460815,"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-Preaching-in-Jerusalem_Poster_CompositorV1_1787678117165.jpg?v=1787679637"},{"product_id":"the-way-of-the-world-philips-galle","title":"The Way of the World - Philips Galle","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed sixteenth-century engraving by Philips Galle depicting an allegorical scene of worldly ambition and the pursuit of material wealth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhilips Galle was a central figure in the sixteenth-century Dutch printmaking tradition, operating from Antwerp. This engraving, titled 'The Way of the World' (or 'Cultus Mundi'), presents a moralising allegory typical of the period. The composition features a central figure seated upon a pedestal, representing Mundus (the World), who distributes worldly goods, including purses of money and crowns, to supplicants. These figures, representing Avaritia (Avarice) and Ambitio (Ambition), reach out to accept these offerings, while a winged figure of Fama (Fame) hovers above, blowing a trumpet to announce their pursuits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe print employs a sophisticated use of line to define the figures and the architectural setting. Galle utilises hatching and cross-hatching to create volume in the drapery and depth within the background landscape. The scene is framed by classical columns and a distant, bustling cityscape, which contrasts with the immediate interaction between the allegorical entities. Latin inscriptions at the base provide a commentary on the vanity of human desires, warning against the pursuit of material wealth and fleeting reputation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a master engraver, Galle was instrumental in the dissemination of humanist and religious themes across Europe. His technical precision allows for the clear articulation of complex iconographic details, from the specific textures of the clothing to the expressive gestures of the participants. This work functions as a visual sermon, encouraging the viewer to reflect on the transient nature of earthly success. The print remains a clear example of the didactic function of Northern Renaissance art, where aesthetic skill serves to communicate philosophical and moral instruction to a literate audience. The balance between the foreground figures and the atmospheric background demonstrates the technical control characteristic of Galle's workshop output during the late sixteenth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/christ-carrying-the-cross-martin-schongauer-1\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eChrist Carrying the Cross - Martin Schongauer — Martin Schongauer\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/portret-van-de-sultan-cansaves-gauris-theodor-de-bry\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortret van de sultan Cansaves Gauris - Theodor de Bry — Theodor de Bry\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Philip Galle","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58564986274127,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58564986339663,"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":58564986437967,"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":58564986470735,"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":58564986536271,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Way-of-the-World_Poster_CompositorV1_1787678545802.jpg?v=1787679755"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.com\/en-nz\/collections\/philip-galle.oembed","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}