Joannes Stradanus Collection

Crowning of Thorns, n.d. Creators: Christoph Schwarz, Joannes Stradanus, Jan Swart Van Groningen
Crowning of Thorns, n.d

Men Hunting Ibexes with Hounds, 1578. Creator: Joannes Stradanus
Men Hunting Ibexes with Hounds, 1578

Mill by the Stream, n.d. Creator: Joannes Stradanus
Mill by the Stream, n.d

Design for Frontispiece to the Seven Virtues, 1598. Creator: Joannes Stradanus
Design for Frontispiece to the Seven Virtues, 1598

Saint James the Great, 1590/1605. Creator: Joannes Stradanus
Saint James the Great, 1590/1605

The Capture of a Swarm of Bees in a Farmyard, 1578/1605. Creator: Joannes Stradanus
The Capture of a Swarm of Bees in a Farmyard, 1578/1605

Title Plate from "The Introduction of the Silkworm"[Vermis Sericus], ca. 1595 Creator: Karel van Mallery
Title Plate from " The Introduction of the Silkworm" [Vermis Sericus], ca. 1595

The Incubation of the Silkworm Eggs, Plate 3 from "The Introduction of the Silkworm"[... ca. 1595
The Incubation of the Silkworm Eggs, Plate 3 from " The Introduction of the Silkworm" [Vermis Sericus], ca. 1595

The Gathering of Mulberry Leaves and the Feeding of the Silkworms, Plate 5 from "The I... ca. 1595
The Gathering of Mulberry Leaves and the Feeding of the Silkworms, Plate 5 from " The Introduction of the Silkworm" [Vermis Sericus], ca. 1595

The Reeling of Silk, Plate 6 from "The Introduction of the Silkworm"[Vermis Sericus], ... ca. 1595
The Reeling of Silk, Plate 6 from " The Introduction of the Silkworm" [Vermis Sericus], ca. 1595

Hunter using a leopard to hunt rabbits (engraving)
7185754 Hunter using a leopard to hunt rabbits (engraving) by Straet, Jan van der (Joannes Stradanus) (1523-1605) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hunter using a leopard to hunt rabbits)

New Inventions of Modern Times [Nova Reperta], The Discovery of America, plate 1, ca. 1600

Child Birth, from The Course of Human Life, 1570. Creator: Pieter Furnius
Child Birth, from The Course of Human Life, 1570

Youth, from The Course of Human Life, 1570. Creator: Pieter Furnius
Youth, from The Course of Human Life, 1570

Old Age and Death, from "The Course of Human Life", 1570
Old Age and Death, from " The Course of Human Life", 1570

The Enticement of Luxury, from The Course of Human Life, 1570. Creator: Pieter Furnius
The Enticement of Luxury, from The Course of Human Life, 1570

Amassing Knowledge, from The Course of Human Life, 1570. Creator: Pieter Furnius
Amassing Knowledge, from The Course of Human Life, 1570

Saint Nicholas of Bari and the Three Poor Girls, 1587. Creator: Cristofano Cartaro
Saint Nicholas of Bari and the Three Poor Girls, 1587. Formerly attributed to Cornelis Cort

A Hunting Party, ca. 1555-65. Creator: Joannes Stradanus
A Hunting Party, ca. 1555-65. Formerly attributed to Antonio Tempesta

A Navigating Expert at Work in His Study with Globe and Compass, c1591, (1928). After The Invention of the Compass, an engraving after Joannes Stradanus

Two monks present silkworms smuggled from China to the Byzantine Emperor Justinian, 6th century. Plate 2 from Vermis Sericus (The Silkworm)

Columbus discovering America, 1492, (c1600). Artist: Theodoor Galle
Columbus discovering America, 1492, (c1600). Christopher Columbus meeting the allegorical figure of America, depicted as a woman in a hammock

Plancius Taking A Sight, 1592. Artist: Theodoor Galle
Plancius Taking A Sight, 1592. Petrus Plancius (1552-1622) calculates his position with the help of the sun. After Jan van der Straet (1523-1605). From The Studio Volume 87

Amerigo Vespucci (1471-1512), Italian-born Spanish explorer. Vespucci observing the constellation of the Southern Cross. During his voyages

Printing office, c1600. On the left compositors are at work setting up text using letters from a case in front of them. In the centre background type is being inked ready to be printed on to paper in

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Joannes Stradanus, also known as Jan van der Straet, was a renowned Flemish artist who lived during the late 16th century. His works encompassed various subjects and themes, showcasing his versatility and skill in capturing intricate details. One of his notable creations is the title plate from "The Introduction of the Silkworm" series, created around 1595 by Karel van Mallery. This captivating artwork depicts the beauty and significance of silk production through its detailed illustrations. In Plate 3 of the same series, titled "The Incubation of the Silkworm Eggs, " Stradanus showcases his ability to bring life to even the most delicate stages of silk production. The meticulous depiction highlights the care taken in nurturing these tiny eggs into thriving silkworms. Moving on to Plate 5, we witness "The Gathering of Mulberry Leaves and Feeding of Silkworms. " Here, Stradanus captures not only nature's abundance but also human involvement in providing sustenance for these remarkable creatures. The scene exudes a sense of harmony between man and nature. Plate 6 presents us with "The Reeling of Silk, " where we observe skilled artisans transforming raw silk into fine threads. Through this artwork, Stradanus emphasizes both craftsmanship and industry as essential elements in creating luxurious fabrics. Beyond his exploration into sericulture, Stradanus delved into other subjects as well. In one engraving titled "Hunter using a leopard to hunt rabbits, " he portrays an unconventional hunting technique that reflects humanity's ingenuity when faced with challenges. Another noteworthy work is found within "New Inventions of Modern Times [Nova Reperta], " specifically Plate 1 depicting "The Discovery of America. " This piece exemplifies Stradanus' ability to capture historical events while infusing them with artistic flair. Straying from naturalistic scenes, Stradanus ventured into portraying different stages throughout human life.