Luyken Collection

Jewish circumcision. Artist: Luyken, Jan (Johannes) (1649-1712)
Jewish circumcision. Found in the collection of Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam

Imperial bath in Aachen, 1682. Creator: Luyken, Jan (Johannes) (1649-1712)
Imperial bath in Aachen, 1682. Found in the Collection of the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam

Shepherds give up a tenth of their flock, 1683. Creator: Luyken, Jan (Johannes) (1649-1712)
Shepherds give up a tenth of their flock, 1683. Private Collection

Portrait of Roman Emperor Quintillus
Roman Emperor Quintillus, died 270. Marcus Aurelius Claudius Quintillus Augustus.Copperplate engraving from Abraham Bogaerts De Roomsche Monarchy, The Roman Monarchy, Francois Salma, Utrecht, 1697

Portrait of Roman Emperor Decius
Roman Emperor Decius, 201-251. Caesar Gaius Messius Quintus Trajanus Decius Augustus or Trajan Decius. Copperplate engraving from Abraham Bogaerts De Roomsche Monarchy, The Roman Monarchy

Portrait of Roman Emperor Severus Alexander
Roman Emperor Severus Alexander, 208-235. Marcus Aurelius Severus Alexander Augustus. Copperplate engraving from Abraham Bogaerts De Roomsche Monarchy, The Roman Monarchy, Francois Salma, Utrecht

Allegorical title-page, from El Grande Nuevo Aumentado Atlas de la Mar
985995 Allegorical title-page, from El Grande Nuevo Aumentado Atlas de la Mar, 1680 (hand-coloured engraving) by Luyken, Jan (1649-1712); 53x33 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

The wonderful history of human eaters by A. Magyrus, 1696. Creator: Luyken, Jan
The wonderful history of human eaters by A. Magyrus, 1696. Private Collection

And on the third day was Pharaohs birth day... late 17th-early 18th century. Creator
And on the third day was Pharaohs birth day... late 17th-early 18th century....that he made a Feast unto all his Servants; his Butler he restored into favour, but he hanged the chief Baker

The Tearing of the Temple Curtain (The Curtain of the Temple Was Torn in Two), 1703. Found in the collection of Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam

Henry Compton crowning William and Mary at Westminster Abbey on 11 April 1689, 1698. Private Collection

The sinking of the Spanish Armada in 1588, c. 1680. Artist: Luyken, Jan (Johannes) (1649-1712)
The sinking of the Spanish Armada in 1588, c. 1680. Found in the collection of Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam

Jewish Divorce. Artist: Luyken, Jan (Johannes) (1649-1712)
Jewish Divorce. Found in the collection of Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam

Jewish man, dressed for prayer. On the background the Portuguese Synagogue of Amsterdam. Found in the collection of Joods Historisch Museum, Amsterdam

The Death of Samson, 1770. Artist: T Smith
The Death of Samson, 1770. After Jan Luyken. From The Antiquities of the Jews, by Josephus Flavius

Tthe voyage to Novaya Zemlya in 1596, 1679-1681. Artist: Luyken, Jan (Johannes) (1649-1712)
Tthe voyage to Novaya Zemlya in 1596, 1679-1681. Found in the collection of the Rijksmuseum van Oudheden, Leiden

The Great Blessing of Waters at Moscow, 1677. Artist: Luyken, Jan (Johannes) (1649-1712)
The Great Blessing of Waters at Moscow, 1677. Found in the collection of the Rijksmuseum van Oudheden, Leiden

Jan Luyken (Dutch, 1649 - 1712), Battle of the Gods and Giants from Mount Olympus and Mount Othrys, pen and brown ink with brown wash on laid paper

Title page for Jan Luyken The Bykorf of mind, 1711, Jan Luyken, wed. Pieter Arentsz & Cornelis van der Sys (II), 1711

Dolls maker. Jan Luyken, Anonymous, 1698

Jan Luyken, Bybel Prints, 1712, Jan Luyken, wed. Arentsz & Pieter Cornelis van der Sys (II), 1712

Christ and the personified soul holding a heart together with the imprint Iesus"
Christ and the personified soul holding a heart together with the imprint " Iesus". Jan Luyken, 1714

Three-piece waiver of Iceland, Jan Mayen Island and Spitsbergen, Jan Luyken, Johannes van Keulen I, unknown, 1681 - 1799

Pilgrim meets another pilgrim. Jan Luyken, wed. Pieter Arentsz (II), 1689

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"Luyken: A Multifaceted Artist Capturing History and Emotion" Jan Luyken, a renowned artist from the 17th to early 18th century, left an indelible mark on the art world with his diverse range of works. While not much is known about his personal life, his artistic legacy speaks volumes. One of Luyken's notable pieces is "The Tearing of the Temple Curtain, " created in 1703. This captivating artwork depicts a significant moment in Jewish history—the tearing of the temple curtain during Jesus' crucifixion. Luyken's attention to detail and skillful brushstrokes bring this pivotal event to life. In addition to religious themes, it also ventured into portraiture. His portraits of Roman Emperors Constantius I, Quintillus, Decius, and Severus Alexander showcase his ability to capture their regal essence with precision and finesse. These paintings offer a glimpse into ancient history through Luyken's artistic lens. Luyken's versatility extends beyond religious scenes and historical figures; he also delved into allegorical illustrations like "Allegorical title-page" from El Grande Nuevo Aumentado Atlas de la Mar. This intricate piece showcases his ability to convey complex ideas through symbolism and imagery. However, it was not just grandeur that fascinated Luyken; he also explored darker aspects of human existence. In "The wonderful history of human eaters, " created in collaboration with A. Magyrus in 1696, he depicted the horrors faced by people during famine—such as mothers showing warriors the remains of their eaten children—a haunting reminder of humanity's capacity for cruelty. Another poignant work by Jan Luyken is "The Famine in Germany. " Created by Caspar Luyken (possibly related), this piece portrays the devastating effects of hunger on society—an unflinching portrayal that serves as a reminder of the fragility of life.