Dirk Jacobsz Vellert

Vellert, Dierick Jacobsz
Vellert, Dirick Jacobsz

Flemish, active 1511/1544

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This is a drawing of a flood scene. The image shows numerous figures in a deluge, struggling to survive. Some are holding onto animals or each other, others are in dramatic poses. In the background, there is a large boat, likely an ark. The scene is detailed with various activities and emotions, portraying humanity's struggle against natural forces. The tone emphasizes the chaos and emotional turmoil caused by the flood.
Dirk Jacobsz Vellert, The Deluge, 1544, etching and engraving, Rosenwald Collection, 1943.3.8326

The Deluge

Dirk Jacobsz Vellert · 1544 · etching and engraving ·  Accession ID  1943.3.8326

This is a drawing of a scene with a ship and figures interacting on a turbulent sea. The drawing shows two figures in the foreground surrounded by waves. One figure is leaning toward the other, pointing emphatically while holding the other's hand. In the background, a ship with an intricately designed hull and sails is seen, with several figures aboard. The waves are depicted with energetic and swirling lines. The sky has stylized clouds. The drawing also features detailed lines and shading.
Dirk Jacobsz Vellert, Saint Peter Walking on the Water, 1525, engraving, Rosenwald Collection, 1944.8.17

Saint Peter Walking on the Water

Dirk Jacobsz Vellert · 1525 · engraving ·  Accession ID  1944.8.17

The image shows three figures within an intricate architectural setting. The central figure is a woman with long hair partially covered by a headscarf, holding an elaborate object. She wears a detailed garment and a halo above her head. An infant with a halo sits on her lap. Kneeling before them is a man with a shaved head, wearing heavy garments and holding a crozier or staff. The background depicts a townscape with towers and houses, trees, and a clear sky. The architectural elements are intricately carved with decorative patterns and motifs.
Dirk Jacobsz Vellert, The Vision of Saint Bernard, 1524, engraving, Andrew W. Mellon Fund, 1968.19.1

The Vision of Saint Bernard

Dirk Jacobsz Vellert · 1524 · engraving ·  Accession ID  1968.19.1

The image features two main figures within an intricately detailed architectural framework. The figure on the left is seated on a throne-like chair, depicted from head to toe. This person has delicate facial features, long, flowing hair partially covered by a light veil, and a halo. They are dressed in long, layered garments, holding a standing infant with a halo in their lap. The child is partially nude, holding a round object. To the right of the woman, another figure, dressed in a long robe with a hood, is kneeling. This person is depicted in profile, with a halo and a staff. An open book with a detailed design lies in front of him. The backdrop includes a large archway with carvings, cherubs, and a landscape with trees, a path, buildings, and mountains under a clear sky.
Dirk Jacobsz Vellert, The Vision of Saint Bernard, 1524, engraving, Rosenwald Collection, 1953.6.138

The Vision of Saint Bernard

Dirk Jacobsz Vellert · 1524 · engraving ·  Accession ID  1953.6.138

The image shows two figures next to a well. One figure on the left has long hair and a beard, wearing a loose robe, standing with one foot visible, and one hand extended towards the well. The figure on the right is leaning over the well, with a hand on a bucket, wearing a detailed, long dress and a head covering with decorative ear-like ornaments. Both figures are barefoot. There is a jug near their feet. The background includes a rural landscape with trees, a distant town or settlement, and smaller figures engaged in various activities. The year "1523" is inscribed at the top and there are initials near the jug at the bottom.
Dirk Jacobsz Vellert, Christ and the Woman of Samaria, 1523, engraving, Rosenwald Collection, 1943.3.8328

Christ and the Woman of Samaria

Dirk Jacobsz Vellert · 1523 · engraving ·  Accession ID  1943.3.8328

This is an illustration featuring a robed figure on the left and a winged figure on the right engaged in conversation. The robed figure has long hair, a beard, a halo, and is barefoot, wearing a robe. The winged figure wears a horned helmet and ornate armor, with large wings. The background shows a rural landscape with trees, clouds, and distant buildings. The artwork is detailed, with fine lines, textures, and shading highlighting the figures and the environment.
Dirk Jacobsz Vellert, The Temptation of Christ, 1523, engraving, Rosenwald Collection, 1943.3.8329

The Temptation of Christ

Dirk Jacobsz Vellert · 1523 · engraving ·  Accession ID  1943.3.8329

This is a drawing of two figures facing each other in a rural landscape. The scene is rich with detailed line work, depicting one figure dressed in flowing robes and the other adorned with armor and wings. The robed figure holds a book, while the winged figure features fantastical elements like a spiraling tail. Both figures are standing on a grassy terrain, surrounded by lush foliage and under a partly cloudy sky. In the background, a small settlement can be seen amidst rolling hills. The intricate cross-hatching and attention to detail are emblematic of the Renaissance period.
Dirk Jacobsz Vellert, The Temptation of Christ, 1523, engraving, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 1974.67.1

The Temptation of Christ

Dirk Jacobsz Vellert · 1523 · engraving ·  Accession ID  1974.67.1

This is a drawing of a biblical scene set near a body of water with two individuals in a boat handling a fishing net. In the background, there is a detailed depiction of a serene rural landscape with trees, a castle on a hill, and scattered thatched-roof houses among lush greenery. The water is depicted with gentle ripples and reflections, while the foreground features textured landscapes with tufts of grass and stones. The sky above is filled with soft billowing clouds. The drawing style suggests intricate line work and cross-hatching to create shading and texture.
Dirk Jacobsz Vellert, Christ Summoning Peter, 1523, engraving, Rosenwald Collection, 1943.3.8330

Christ Summoning Peter

Dirk Jacobsz Vellert · 1523 · engraving ·  Accession ID  1943.3.8330