Bilder Adriaen Collaert (ca. 1560–1618) – The Miraculous Draught of Fishes – Engraving (ca. 1598)

Beskrivning

"Duc in altum, et laxate retia vestra in capturam piscium" features a narrative scene depicting Jesus Christ instructing fishermen to cast their nets into the deep, resulting in a miraculous catch. The composition illustrates the biblical event with boats, fishermen hauling nets, and a distant coastal townscape in the background. This copper engraving serves as a narrative scene within a series documenting the life of Christ. The publication originated in the city of Antwerp.

Adriaen Collaert was a Flemish engraver and print publisher who was active in Antwerp. He was a member of the Guild of Saint Luke and contributed significantly to the dissemination of religious and mythological imagery. His works are known for their technical precision and delicate line work. He played an essential role in the flourishing print industry in the Netherlands during the late sixteenth and early seventeenth centuries.

Artist or Maker:
Adriaen Collaert.

Dimensions:
Approximately 28 cm x 34 cm.

Medium:
Engraving.

Date:
ca. 1598.

Condition Report:
This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.