ca. 1614 (published)
| Artist/Maker | |
| Place of origin |
This 17th-century Belgian print, showing a vase of flowers, is an early example of what was to become a popular subject for engraved ornament. The design seen here incorporates a range of motifs, such as insects, flowers and satyrs. Prints such as these were designed for the use of craftsmen, such as silversmiths, and were used as guides for motifs and patterns.
Object details
| Category | |
| Object type | |
| Materials and techniques | Engraving on paper |
| Brief description | 'A Vase of Flowers', engraving after Jacob Kempener, published by Michael Snyders, The Netherlands, ca. 1614 |
| Physical description | Print showing a vase filled with flowers, with a bird on each side. Uneven edges. |
| Dimensions |
|
| Gallery label | 6.
PRINT: A VASE OF FLOWERS
Low Countires, about 1614
Engraving after Jacob Kempener, published by Michael Snyders of Antwerp (1588-1630)
An early example of what was to become a popular subject for engraved ornament, with a wide range of uses for craftsmen.
E.1675 - 1923 (Murray Bequest; from the Rosenheim collection) |
| Credit line | Murray bequest; from the Rosenheim collection |
| Subjects depicted | |
| Summary | This 17th-century Belgian print, showing a vase of flowers, is an early example of what was to become a popular subject for engraved ornament. The design seen here incorporates a range of motifs, such as insects, flowers and satyrs. Prints such as these were designed for the use of craftsmen, such as silversmiths, and were used as guides for motifs and patterns. |
| Collection | |
| Accession number | E.1675-1923 |
About this object record
Explore the Collections contains over a million catalogue records, and over half a million images. It is a working database that includes information compiled over the life of the museum. Some of our records may contain offensive and discriminatory language, or reflect outdated ideas, practice and analysis. We are committed to addressing these issues, and to review and update our records accordingly.
You can write to us to suggest improvements to the record.
Suggest feedback
You can write to us to suggest improvements to the record.
Suggest feedback
| Record created | December 1, 2005 |
| Record URL |
Download as: JSONIIIF Manifest
