Nicolas Joannis Visscher Ii Collection
Nicolas Joannis Visscher II was a renowned Dutch engraver and cartographer who lived during the 17th century
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Nicolas Joannis Visscher II was a renowned Dutch engraver and cartographer who lived during the 17th century. He came from a family of artists, with his father Claes Jansz Visscher also being an accomplished engraver. Nicolas collaborated with various artists throughout his career, creating stunning works that showcased his exceptional skill. One of their notable collaborations was the creation of "Square Tower Used as Inn near a River" around 1641. This intricate piece depicted a picturesque scene by the river, where a square tower had been transformed into an inn. The attention to detail in this artwork is remarkable, capturing the beauty of nature and architecture. In addition to collaborating with his father, Nicolas worked alongside Jan van de Velde II on "The Commandment to Love One Another" in 1599. Created by Gillis van Breen, this piece conveyed an important message about compassion and unity through its powerful imagery. Nicolas also contributed to religious art through his collaboration with Petrus Feddes on "Matthew, " "Mark, " "Luke, " and "John. " These four pieces were part of The Four Evangelists series created between 1610-1620. Each artwork portrayed one of the evangelists in exquisite detail, showcasing their individual characteristics. Apart from religious themes, Nicolas delved into mythology as well. He collaborated with Rene Boyvin on two captivating vases - one featuring dancing women and satyrs while the other displayed a river god within an oval medallion. These late 17th-century creations demonstrated Nicolas' versatility as an artist. Furthermore, he engraved significant historical events such as "The Pentecost" in 1574 by Claes Jansz Visscher and "The Fight Between Ulysses & Irus" around 1590 by Jan Muller. Both artworks captured intense moments filled with emotion and action. Lastly, we cannot overlook Nicolas' contribution to cartography.