Frans Francken II

Frans Francken II by Willem Hondius after Sir Anthony van Dyck

Medium

engraving

Classification

Print

Department

CG-E

Museum

National Gallery of Art, Washington, D.C.

Credit

Rosenwald Collection

Accession Number

1943.3.8271

Art Historical Context

Behold this exquisite engraving titled *Frans Francken II a masterful reproduction crafted by Willem Hondius after portrait by the illustrious Sir Anthony van Dyck. around 1626–1641, it captures the Flemish painter Frans Francken II1581–1642), renowned for his intricate genre scenes and whimsical depictions of collectors' cabinets filled with curiosities. Housed in the National Gallery of Art Rosenwald Collection (Department CG-E), this print exemplifies the collaborative spirit of 17th-century Antwerp's vibrant art scene. Van Dyck, a leading figure of the Baroque era and Peter Paul Rubens's ...

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