Vita B. Virginis Teresiae by Adriaen Collaert|Adriaen Collaert|Theodoor Galle

Medium

Engraving

Dimensions

10 7/8 × 10 13/16 × 1/2 in. (27.7 × 27.4 × 1.2 cm)

Classification

Books

Department

Drawings and Prints

Museum

Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY

Credit

Harris Brisbane Dick Fund, 1943

Accession Number

43.43

Tags

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About this artwork

This engraving by Adriaen Collaert|Adriaen Collaert|Theodoor Galle from 1613 represents the artistic and cultural achievements of its period. Printmaking during this era served multiple functions, providing affordable art for collectors, documenting contemporary life, and demonstrating technical virtuosity. The medium allowed wide distribution, making visual culture accessible beyond elite patronage. This example showcases period craftsmanship and aesthetic sensibilities, offering insights into ...

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