Hans van Aachen

1601

Jan Pietersz Saenredam after Pieter Isaacz

Associated Names
Jan Pietersz Saenredam

Artist, Dutch, 1565 - 1607

Pieter Isaacz

Artist After, Danish, 1569 - 1625

The engraving displays a portrait within an ornate architectural framework. The central figure faces slightly to the right, with a beard and curly hair mostly covered by a collar. The attire is elaborate with a high ruff and patterned fabric typical of the 17th or early 18th century. Surrounding him are sculptural figures posed with cadavers, classical figures, and cherubs. Above the portrait, a female figure holds scythes. The background features intricate entablature and pediments with Latin inscriptions. Classical architectural elements and allegorical emblems adorn the scene.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    engraving

  • Credit Line

    Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund

  • Dimensions

    sheet (trimmed to plate mark): 40.2 x 32.4 cm (15 13/16 x 12 3/4 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1972.33.12

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Hollstein, no. 124

Artwork history & notes

Exhibition History

2000

  • The Power of Appearances: Renaissance and Reformation Portrait Prints and Medals, Hood Museum of Art, Dartmouth College, Hanover; The Frances Lehman Loeb Art Center, Poughkeepsie; Joslyn Art Museum, Omaha, 2000-2001.

Bibliography

1949

  • Hollstein, F.W.H. et al. German engravings, etchings and woodcuts ca. 1400-1700. 8 vols. Amsterdam: Menno Hertzberger, 1954-1868. Dutch and Flemish etchings, engravings and woodcuts, ca. 1450-1700. Vols. I-XV, XVIII, XIX. Amsterdam: Menno Hertzberge

Wikidata ID

Q65571288

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