Jodocus Hondius I

Hondt, Joost de

Dutch, 1563 - 1611/1612

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This is a drawing of a decorative coat of arms for King Charles II of England. The full description includes a central shield with multiple heraldic symbols, topped with a crown and sided by a lion and a unicorn as supporters. Surrounding the main coat of arms is a wide border filled with smaller shields representing the arms of various royal dynasties and regions historically connected to or ruled by the monarchy in England. At the bottom, a banner bears the motto "DIEU ET MON DROIT." The artwork features intricate detail and symmetry typical of 17th-century heraldic art.
Jodocus Hondius I, Title Page for the Achievement of Our Sovereign King Charles the Second, engraving, Rosenwald Collection, 1950.14.1276

Title Page for the Achievement of Our Sovereign King Charles the Second

Jodocus Hondius I · · engraving ·  Accession ID  1950.14.1276

This is a drawing of an elaborate title page for "The History of Great Britaine". The illustration serves as a decorative framing for the text detailing the book's contents. The central figure is a classical warrior holding a staff and shield standing in an arched alcove. Surrounding this figure are detailed architectural elements reminiscent of classical Roman structures. Each side of the central figure features three smaller alcoves, each containing a Roman, Saxon, Dane, and Norman figure. Ornate decorative elements fill the space above and below, incorporating shields, helmets, and classical iconography. The text "The History of Great Britaine" is prominently displayed on the page.
Jodocus Hondius I, Title Page to "The History of Great Britaine" by John Speed, 1611, engraving, Rosenwald Collection, 1950.14.1286

Title Page to "The History of Great Britaine" by John Speed

Jodocus Hondius I · 1611 · engraving ·  Accession ID  1950.14.1286

This is a drawing of an elaborate title page. The page is decorated with classical architectural elements such as pillars, arches, and motifs. In the center, there is a large arch framing a central figure with a shield and staff, above the words "Britannia." Surrounding this are additional arched niches with figures labeled as "A Romane," "A Dane," "A Saxon," and "A Norman," each depicted in period-appropriate attire and armed with swords and shields. Above the central arch are two smaller figures in dynamic poses. In the middle of the page are the words "THE THEATRE OF THE EMPIRE OF GREAT BRITAINE" and text detailing an "exact geography" of England, Scotland, Ireland, and nearby isles. The document is imprinted at London in 1611. The border includes various crests, masks, and foliage, enhancing the design. The composition is detailed with fine line work, showcasing intricate attention to detail and classical design elements from the early 17th century.
Jodocus Hondius I, Title Page to "The Theatre of the Empire of Great Britaine" by John Speed, 1611, engraving, Rosenwald Collection, 1950.14.1282

Title Page to "The Theatre of the Empire of Great Britaine" by John Speed

Jodocus Hondius I · 1611 · engraving ·  Accession ID  1950.14.1282

This is a drawing of a detailed historical title page design. The illustration features an architectural-style frame with various decorative elements. Within the frame is a central figure standing on a pedestal, holding a spear and a shield. Surrounding this central figure are smaller niches containing figures dressed in historical, military attire, each identified with labels. The title block in the lower central part reads "The Theatre of the Empire of Great Britaine," credited to John Speed and dated 1611. The surrounding decorations include intricate patterns, heraldic symbols, and small statues, reflecting a sense of grandeur and stately antiquity from the early 17th century. The composition aims to depict a historical narrative through detailed and symbolic imagery.
Jodocus Hondius I, Title Page to "The Theatre of the Empire of Great Britaine" by John Speed, 1611, engraving, Rosenwald Collection, 1950.14.1281

Title Page to "The Theatre of the Empire of Great Britaine" by John Speed

Jodocus Hondius I · 1611 · engraving ·  Accession ID  1950.14.1281

This is a black and white illustration of a complex heraldic composition. The image features a central coat of arms surrounded by various symbols, mythical creatures, and smaller shields with distinct imagery. Cherubs appear to be holding a curtain above the central coat of arms. An inscription at the bottom references "the achievement of our sovereign King James." The drawing conveys grandeur and historical significance.
Jodocus Hondius I, Title Page for the Achievement of our Soveraigne King James, 1611, engraving, Rosenwald Collection, 1950.14.1273.a-b

Title Page for the Achievement of our Soveraigne King James

Jodocus Hondius I · 1611 · engraving ·  Accession ID  1950.14.1273.a-b

This is a drawing of a heraldic composition featuring the Coat of Arms of King James I. The central part of the image depicts an ornate coat of arms surrounded by mythological shield bearers and a detailed border containing several smaller coats of arms.
Jodocus Hondius I, Title Page for the Achievement of our Soveraigne King James, 1611, engraving, Rosenwald Collection, 1950.14.1274.a-b

Title Page for the Achievement of our Soveraigne King James

Jodocus Hondius I · 1611 · engraving ·  Accession ID  1950.14.1274.a-b

This is a drawing of a genealogical diagram. The drawing depicts an intricate and elaborate heraldic genealogy chart named "The Union of the Roses of the Families of Lancaster and York." The central part features a large crown adorned with various coats of arms and family crests arranged in a spiral or tree-like pattern. In the middle of the spiral, there is an emblem displaying a coat of arms. The design includes symbols, text boxes describing relations and historical connections, framed by decorative borders and additional heraldic elements on the margin. The style is characterized by precisely detailed monochrome etching, typical of period genealogical records and illustrations.
Jodocus Hondius I, Talbot's Rose: A Record of the Knights of the Garter, 1486-1589, 1589, engraving, Rosenwald Collection, 1980.45.839

Talbot's Rose: A Record of the Knights of the Garter, 1486-1589

Jodocus Hondius I · 1589 · engraving ·  Accession ID  1980.45.839

The image shows a person seated, facing left. The individual has a full beard, mustache, short hair, and wears a decorated jacket with a high lace collar and fur-trimmed mantle. They are holding a compass against a globe, with books and objects around them. In the background, a draped map of Europe and Asia is visible, labeled with names of places.
Jodocus Hondius I, Jodocus Hondius, engraving, Rosenwald Collection, 1950.14.684

Jodocus Hondius

Jodocus Hondius I · · engraving ·  Accession ID  1950.14.684

The image displays a man's upper body and head, facing slightly to the left. His facial features are detailed, with a noticeable mustache and beard. He has dark, curly hair styled away from his face. The man is dressed in ornate Renaissance attire, including a high lace collar, a detailed cloak on his armored shoulder, and earrings. The background is plain, encircled by an oval border with the text "PIETAS REGNA." An inscription beneath the portrait provides information about the man's title and lineage.
Jodocus Hondius I, Christian IV of Denmark, engraving, Rosenwald Collection, 1950.14.304

Christian IV of Denmark

Jodocus Hondius I · · engraving ·  Accession ID  1950.14.304

The image depicts a person with curly hair and a mustache dressed in Renaissance-style attire. They are posed facing forward with a composed expression, wearing a doublet with a ruffled lace collar, a chain, and a hand resting on a decorated helmet. A sword hangs from their belt. In the background is a hanging globe showing continents, a landscape with fields and a city, and an ornate coat of arms on the right.
Jodocus Hondius I, Sir Francis Drake, engraving, Rosenwald Collection, 1950.14.363

Sir Francis Drake

Jodocus Hondius I · · engraving ·  Accession ID  1950.14.363