Karel Van Mallery Collection

Karel de Mallery, probably 1626/1641. Creator: Lucas Vorsterman
Karel de Mallery, probably 1626/1641

Pelicans Catching Fish Fishing Delivering Giving
Idyllic scene of pelicans catching fish and bringing them to Indians on the shore. After a 17th century engraving by Karel van Mallery, after a work by Jan van der Straet

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

Karel van Mallery, 1827 (oil on panel)
3035971 Karel van Mallery, 1827 (oil on panel) by White, T.S. (fl.1827); 22.5x19 cm; Magdalen College, Oxford, UK; (add.info.: Karel van Mallery (1571-c.1635), Flemish engraver

Silk Production Silkworm Eggs Spreading Out Shelves
Silk production in Europe in the 16th century. Spreading silkworm eggs out on shelves. From Vermis Sericus, a series of engravings by Karel van Mallery after a work by Jan van der Straet

Silk Production Reeling Thread Threads Silk Cocoons
Silk production in Europe in the 16th century. Reeling threads of silk from cocoons. From Vermis Sericus, a series of engravings by Karel van Mallery after a work by Jan van der Straet

Silk Production Gathering Collecting Mulberry Leaves
Silk production in Europe in the 16th century. Gathering mulberry leaves and feeding the silkworms. From Vermis Sericus, a series of engravings by Karel van Mallery after a work by Jan van der

Idyllic scene of pelicans catching fish and bringing them to Indians on the shore. After a 17th century engraving by Karel van Mallery, after a work by Jan van der Straet. Later colorization

Karel van Mallery 1571-dead 1635 painting portrait
Karel van Mallery, 1571-dead after 1635, painting, portrait, watercolor and gouache on parchment, Height, 6 cm (2.3 inches), Width, 4.5 cm (1.7, inches)

Jaques I Roy d Angleterre (King James I of England), ca. 1603 Creator: Karel van Mallery
Jaques I Roy d Angleterre (King James I of England), ca. 1603

Portrait of Karel van Mallery (1571-1645). Artist: Dyck, Sir Anthony van (1599-1641)
Portrait of Karel van Mallery (1571-1645). Found in the collection of National Museum of Art, Oslo

A young man is chained to a tree by two devils, Cornelis Galle I, Karel van Mallery, c. 1610 - in or after 1635

Samaritan woman, Karel van Mallery, Philips Galle, Cornelis Kiliaan, 1595 - 1599

The bleeding woman, Karel van Mallery, Philips Galle, Cornelis Kiliaan, 1595 - 1599

Mary, the mother of the sons of Zebedee, Karel van Mallery, Philips Galle, Cornelis Kiliaan, 1595-1599

Maria Salome, Karel van Mallery, Philips Galle, Cornelis Kiliaan, 1595 - 1599

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Karel van Mallery: A Master of Art and Silk Production Karel van Mallery, a renowned artist and silk producer, left an indelible mark on the world with his exceptional talent and expertise. Born in 1571, he dedicated his life to capturing the beauty of nature and showcasing the intricate process of silk production. One of his notable works is "The Introduction of the Silkworm, " a series that provides a fascinating glimpse into this ancient craft. In Plate 3, "The Incubation of the Silkworm Eggs, " Van Mallery skillfully portrays the delicate beginnings of these remarkable creatures' lives. The attention to detail is awe-inspiring as each egg rests gently on its designated spot. Moving forward in time, Plate 5 showcases "The Gathering of Mulberry Leaves and the Feeding of the Silkworms. " Here, Van Mallery captures laborious yet essential tasks involved in nurturing silkworms. The scene exudes tranquility as workers carefully collect mulberry leaves while feeding these voracious insects. In Plate 6, aptly titled "The Reeling of Silk, " Van Mallery brings us closer to witnessing one crucial step in silk production. With meticulous brushstrokes, he depicts skilled artisans reeling thread from cocoons with utmost precision—a testament to their craftsmanship. Beyond his artistic prowess, Karel van Mallery's own portrait painted by Sir Anthony van Dyck immortalizes him for future generations. This oil-on-panel masterpiece from 1827 encapsulates both his physical appearance and creative spirit. Van Mallery's talents extended beyond artistry alone; he also delved into historical engravings like those found in Venationes Ferarum Avium Piscium series circa 1595. One such plate displays an idyllic scene where pelicans catch fish before presenting them to Indians onshore—an exquisite blend between nature and cultural exchange.