Pieter van der Heyden

Petrus a Merica
Verheyden, Pieter

Netherlandish, active c. 1551/1572

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The image depicts a bustling autumn scene with various figures engaged in tasks. A rustic building with a thatched roof is shown to the left, with a person leaning out from a window. The horizon, higher up in the image, showcases distant hills and a windmill. The artwork features detailed, linear engravings capturing textures of clothing, trees, and buildings. The color scheme is monochromatic using shades of brown and gray. In the distance, beyond the immediate scene, small cottages, a church with a tall spire, and a village nestled among trees can be seen in the rolling countryside.
Pieter van der Heyden, Hieronymus Cock, Autumn, 1570, engraving on laid paper, Gift of Mrs. Lessing J. Rosenwald, 1989.28.3

Autumn

Pieter van der Heyden, Hieronymus Cock · 1570 · engraving on laid paper ·  Accession ID  1989.28.3

The image shows a detailed scene with a bird's-eye view. The horizon line is low, marked by a line of trees and buildings in the distance, where a castle-like structure and village elements are visible. The brushstrokes are finely detailed with intricate line work. The color palette is monochromatic with sepia tones. Several figures are tending to a large garden space, and beyond, domestic activities and pastoral scenes can be seen. In the background, buildings and trees create the sense of a thriving countryside extending towards the horizon.
Pieter van der Heyden, Hieronymus Cock, Spring, published 1570, engraving, Rosenwald Collection, 1946.21.201

Spring

Pieter van der Heyden, Hieronymus Cock · published 1570 · engraving ·  Accession ID  1946.21.201

The image shows a garden scene with a high horizon, featuring agricultural activities, a distant castle, farm animals, and trees. The intricate, detailed style typical of engravings is evident, with a monochromatic color palette predominantly in shades of brown, creating depth and contrast.
Pieter van der Heyden, Hieronymus Cock, Spring, published 1570, engraving, Rosenwald Collection, 1980.45.235

Spring

Pieter van der Heyden, Hieronymus Cock · published 1570 · engraving ·  Accession ID  1980.45.235

The image is viewed from a slightly elevated angle, showing a bustling scene. In the distance, there are hills, a waterway with small boats, and a large fortified building surrounded by activity. The detailed engraving features fine and meticulous lines, depicting textures and patterns. The monochromatic color palette focuses on brown tones against the paper, creating depth. The scene includes architectural details, figures, and winter activities, with trees in the sky.
Pieter van der Heyden, Hieronymus Cock, Winter, 1570, engraving on laid paper, Rosenwald Collection, 1980.45.185

Winter

Pieter van der Heyden, Hieronymus Cock · 1570 · engraving on laid paper ·  Accession ID  1980.45.185

The image depicts a group of costumed figures in a wooded landscape. The scene includes characters wearing period attire, some with large hats and makeshift swords. Some figures are pulling a piece of fabric. In the background, there is an elaborate building with smoke rising from its chimneys, surrounded by trees. The drawing uses intricate lines and detailed textures to create depth and motion.
Pieter van der Heyden, Hieronymus Cock, The Wedding of Mopsus and Nisa, 1570, engraving, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 1972.29.1

The Wedding of Mopsus and Nisa

Pieter van der Heyden, Hieronymus Cock · 1570 · engraving ·  Accession ID  1972.29.1

The image shows a winter scene with a village on the horizon, a castle near a frozen water body, and people engaged in various activities such as warming by a fire, working together, playing on the ice, and participating in a small gathering or market. There are children playing on the ice, and the scene is depicted in a monochromatic style with detailed etching, emphasizing textures and movement.
Pieter van der Heyden, Hieronymus Cock, Winter, 1570, engraving, Rosenwald Collection, 1946.21.196

Winter

Pieter van der Heyden, Hieronymus Cock · 1570 · engraving ·  Accession ID  1946.21.196

The image depicts a scene with various figures in a detailed landscape. Tall trees and village buildings are visible in the background. The composition appears to be an engraving with meticulous line work and a monochromatic color palette. Several figures are shown engaging in what appears to be a performance or play, with others in dynamic poses throughout the scene.
Pieter van der Heyden, Cornelis van Tienen, The Wedding of Mopsus and Nisa, 1570, engraving, Rosenwald Collection, 1964.8.403

The Wedding of Mopsus and Nisa

Pieter van der Heyden, Cornelis van Tienen · 1570 · engraving ·  Accession ID  1964.8.403

The image depicts a rural scene with people engaging in various work activities, including pig butchering and food preparation. In the background, there are rolling hills, a village with buildings, a church with a spire, a windmill, and houses with thatched roofs. The sky is clear with the sun shining. The artwork is detailed with fine linework in a sepia-toned palette, capturing an autumnal setting.
Pieter van der Heyden, Hieronymus Cock, Autumn, 1570, engraving on laid paper, Rosenwald Collection, 1946.21.195

Autumn

Pieter van der Heyden, Hieronymus Cock · 1570 · engraving on laid paper ·  Accession ID  1946.21.195

This is a drawing depicting several people in medieval attire gathered in a room with various objects. The scene shows detailed figures and items in fine lines and shading. The room contains hanging pots, a basket, fabric, and gourds. The characters are engaged in different activities, such as holding utensils and interacting with each other. Each character wears distinct clothing. A small dog is present on the floor. A central fireplace provides warmth and a gathering point. There is an inset image of a person playing a musical instrument. The drawing style is characterized by cross-hatching and exaggerated expressions.
Pieter van der Heyden, Hieronymus Cock, Shrove Tuesday, 1567, engraving on laid paper, Gift of Hope and Julian Edison, 2019.114.7

Shrove Tuesday

Pieter van der Heyden, Hieronymus Cock · 1567 · engraving on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2019.114.7

Pieter van der Heyden, Hieronymus Cock, Saint James and the Magician Hermogenes, published 1565, engraving on laid paper, Rosenwald Collection, 1964.8.405

Saint James and the Magician Hermogenes

Pieter van der Heyden, Hieronymus Cock · published 1565 · engraving on laid paper ·  Accession ID  1964.8.405