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Hans Bol, 1593. Creator: Hendrick Goltzius (Dutch, 1558-1617)
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Hans Bol, 1593. Creator: Hendrick Goltzius (Dutch, 1558-1617)
Hans Bol, 1593. Hans Bol (1534-1593) was active in Antwerp as a painter, etcher, and miniaturist. He is shown here at the age of 58, the last year of his life. The skull and the upside-down torches in the ornamental frame are evidence that the engraving was made after Bols death
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Media ID 19631401
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1558 1617 Hendrick Goltzius Hendrick Goltzius Dutch
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This print showcases a portrait of the renowned artist Hans Bol, created by Hendrick Goltzius in 1593. Bol, a talented painter, etcher, and miniaturist from Antwerp, is depicted here at the age of 58 during the final year of his life. The exquisite engraving captures his likeness with remarkable detail and skill. The ornamental frame surrounding the portrait holds symbolic elements that hint at Bol's passing. A skull serves as a poignant reminder of mortality while upside-down torches symbolize extinguished lives. These subtle yet powerful additions indicate that this engraving was crafted posthumously as an homage to the late artist. Hendrick Goltzius, himself a Dutch master born in 1558 and deceased in 1617, demonstrates his exceptional talent through this work. His ability to capture not only Bol's physical features but also convey emotion and depth is truly commendable. Preserved within The Cleveland Museum of Art in the Netherlands, this Heritage Art print allows us to appreciate both Bol's artistic legacy and Goltzius' extraordinary craftsmanship. It serves as a testament to their contributions to art history during the vibrant period of Dutch creativity in the sixteenth century. Heritage Images has expertly reproduced this significant piece for all art enthusiasts to enjoy its beauty and historical significance for generations to come.
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