Description: The Prints CollectorOriginal Antique Maps and Prints ABOUT US VISIT OUR STORE Antique Print-EMBLEM-JESUITS-MERMAIDS-SING-MOSES-BURNING BUSH-Bolland-Galle-1640 Description: This rare authentic antique print / plate originates from: 'Afbeeldinghe van d'eerste eeuwe der Societeyt Iesu voor ooghen ghestelt door de Duyts-Nederlantsche Provincie der selver Societeyt.' (transl.: Images of the first century of Jesuits presented by the German-Netherlands Province of said Society.), by Jean Bollandus ao., published by Plantijn/Plantin, Antwerp, 1640. This work was translated by Laurentius Uwens from the latin ed., published in the same year: 'Imago primi saeculi societatis Iesu ...' The famous centennial publication of the Low Countries Jesuits, containing beautiful emblematic engravings. Artists and Engravers: Authors: Johannes Bolland (1596-1665), Jean de Tollenaere (1582-1643), Sidronius de Hossche (1596-1653), Jacques van de Walle (1599-1690), Philip Fruytiers (1610-1666). Engraver: Cornelis Galle (Flemish 1576-1650). Subject: Page 102, emblem: ''Canitis surdis, canitisque ligatis.'' (Close off your senses for mermaids, because who hears them has to leave ship.). The emblem shows sailors warned against listening to the mermaid''s singing and dying as a result. This symbolizes the Society''s vow of chastity. Surrounded by a decorative border with various ornaments. On reverse: Page 104, emblem: ''Rubus arbens incombustus.'' (The prickly bush that didnt burn. Hot without being hurt.). The emblem shows Moses and the burning bush undamaged by fire as mentioned in the biblical exodus narrative. This symbolizes the Society''s strength and that it will not be harmed. Surrounded by a decorative border with ornaments.Condition: Good, given age. General age-related toning and/or occasional minor defects from handling. Please study scan carefully.Size (in cm): The overall size is ca. 16.3 x 22.2 cm. The image size is ca. 14 x 10.3 cm.Size (in inch): The overall size is ca. 6.4 x 8.7 inch. The image size is ca. 5.5 x 4.1 inch.Medium: Copperplate engraving and text on verge type hand laid paper. Text front and rear.Location: A321-11SKU: TPC 29502.1Section: BOLLAND-JESUIT-1640 ThePrintsCollector - LaurentiusOldMasterPrintsFrans LaurentiusMargo van Latum-van Dongen, Frank van LatumLocated in Zeeland (Noord-Brabant) - The Netherlands Free worldwide shipping on all orders of $70 or more.We ship our items to all locations worldwide.We ship within two business days upon receipt of payment.We ship by registered mail. Insurance is included. GO TO OUR STORE and explore our huge collection of fine antique maps and prints. We only accept payments via Paypal.Combined orders are possible! We will send a Paypal invoice on request!THE PRINTSCOLLECTOR GUARANTEES ITEMS SOLD THROUGH EBAY ARE GENUINE ORIGINALANTIQUE PRINTS IN THE CONDITION/TECHNIC AS DESCRIBED. ITEMS CAN BE RETURNED WITHIN 30 DAYS.
Price: 149.5 USD
Location: Zeeland
End Time: 2025-01-23T03:02:14.000Z
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Item must be returned within: 30 Days
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Artist: Cornelis Galle
Theme: Art
Subject: Emblems
Production Technique: Engraving
Original/Licensed Reprint: Original
Style: Realism
Features: Unframed
Material: Paper
Year of Production: 1640
Size: Small
Time Period Produced: Pre-1700
Culture: European
Region of Origin: Europe
Type: Antique Print
Item Height: 8.7 in
Item Length: Not applicable
Item Width: 6.4 in
Framing: Unframed
Signed: No
Country/Region of Manufacture: Europe
Unit of Sale: Single Piece
Image Orientation: Portrait
Height (Centimeters): 22.2 cm
Width (Centimeters): 16.3 cm
Medium: Etching
Color: Black & White
