Biblia sacra
Abraham de Bruyn
1583
Medium
engraving
Dimensions
117; 169
About this artwork
verzamelaarsmerk, verso midden onder, gestempeld: Lugt 2228
Art Historical Context
Abraham de Bruyn's *Biblia sacra* (1583) is a engraving measuring 169 mm high by 117 mm wide, exemplifying the Flemish artist's skill in producing intricate book illustrations during the late Northern Renaissance. As a prominent engraver active in Antwerp, de Bruyn contributed to the era's flourishing print culture, where small-scale engravings like this served as affordable vehicles for religious imagery from the Holy Bible. This piece likely captures a biblical scene or decorative element, reflecting the period's deep Catholic piety amid the Reformation's tensions. Engraving, de Bruyn's cho...