Description
AMORUM EMBLEMATA
Splendid and fascinating original engravings by Octavius van Veen.
These finely detailed emblemata represent allegories about love, inspired by classical poetry and moral philosophy: symbolic scenes that invite reflection on the different aspects of love.
Van Veen, Flemish master and mentor of Rubens, blends artistic elegance and conceptual depth in his works, making them pieces of great value.
Burin engravings printed on laid paper.
AUTHOR : Octavius van Veen, also known as Otto Vaenius (Leiden, 1556/1558 Brussels, 1629), Flemish painter.
He became acquainted with Italian mannerist painting during his stay in Rome in 1575 and became an intermediary of this artistic language with the artists of the Netherlands.
Later, in 1581 he moved to Lige (Belgium) and worked for Prince-Bishop Ernest of Bavaria, who in 1583 received the position of Archbishop of Cologne, leaving his artist.
Van Veen then received commissions from Cardinal Alessandro Farnese, third Duke of Parma and governor of the Netherlands at the time. Between 1594 and 1600 Rubens is documented as a pupil in his workshop and perhaps it was Van Veen who put Rubens in contact with Vincenzo I Gonzaga.
He distinguished himself above all for a fruitful and artistically high production of emblems
Period: 1608
In black and gold frames with cream and red double passepartout.
Dimensions: 31 x 28 cm
As always the prints are accompanied by the certificate of authenticity
| Period | Before 1890 |
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| Year | 1608 |
| Production Period | Before 1890 |
| Country of Manufacture | Netherlands |
| Identifying Marks | This piece has been attributed based on archival documentation, such as vintage catalogs, designer records, or other literature sources |
| Style | Classical |
| Detailed Condition |
Very Good This vintage/antique item has no defects, but it may show slight traces of use. |
| Restoration and Damage Details |
Light wear consistent with age and use, Patina consistent with age and use
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| Product Code | EFY-2174615 |
| Materials | Engraving |
| Color | Black, cream, ivory, red, white |
| Width |
31 cm 12.2 inch |
| Depth |
2 cm 0.8 inch |
| Height |
28 cm 11.0 inch |
| Duties Notice | Import duty is not included in the prices you see online. You may have to pay import duties upon receipt of your order. |
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