Jan Van Der Straet Collection

Giovanni Stradano, Flemish painter
5893372 Giovanni Stradano, Flemish painter.; (add.info.: Portrait of Giovanni Stradano or Jan Van der Straet, Flemish mannerist painter, 1523-1605. Jean Stradan)

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

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

Alexander the Great watching animals fight, 16th century (engraving)
3960955 Alexander the Great watching animals fight, 16th century (engraving) by Straet, Jan van der (Giovanni Stradano) (1523-1605) (after); (add.info.: Alexander the Great watching animals fight)

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

The Flaying of Marsyas, c. 1570-1605. Creator: Jan van der Straet, called Johannes Stradanus
The Flaying of Marsyas, c. 1570-1605

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

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

Alexander the Great watching animals fight. 16th century engraving after a work by Jan van der Straet, 1523- 1605. (Also known as Giovanni Stradano, van der Straat, Stradanus, Stratensis)

Flaying Marsyas ca 1585-1603 Jan van der Straet
The Flaying of Marsyas, ca. 1585-1603. Jan van der Straet, called Johannes Stradanus (Netherlandish, active Antwerp and Florence, 1523-1605)

Vanitas mid-16th-early 17th century Pen brown ink
Artokoloro

Allegory Triumph Church 16th century Point brush
Artokoloro

Design Frontispiece Medici Arms 16th century
Artokoloro

Lazarus 1605 Pen brown ink graphite oval framing line
Artokoloro

Discovery America Vespucci Landing ca 1587-89
Artokoloro

Six Prophets Coming Christ mid-16th-early 17th century
Artokoloro

Nocturnal fishing with landing net, Philips Galle, Jan van der Straet, 1578

Nocturnal fishing with a rod, Philips Galle, Jan van der Straet, 1578

Theodor Galle after Jan van der Straet (Flemish, c. 1571-1633), Joel, published 1613, engraving on laid paper

Philip Galle after Maerten van Heemskerck after Jan van der Straet (Flemish, 1537-1612), Title Page, engraving

Philip Galle after Jan van der Straet (Flemish, 1537-1612), Cornelius Worshipping Saint Peter, engraving

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Jan van der Straet, also known as Giovanni Stradano, was a renowned Flemish artist who lived during the late 16th century. His works encompassed various subjects and themes, showcasing his versatility and artistic prowess. One of his notable creations is the title plate from "The Introduction of the Silkworm" (Vermis Sericus), dating back to around 1595. This intricate piece, crafted by Karel van Mallery, depicts the fascinating process of silk production. From the incubation of silkworm eggs to the gathering of mulberry leaves for feeding them, Van der Straet captures every stage with meticulous detail. In another masterpiece titled "The Reeling of Silk, " Van der Straet once again showcases his mastery in capturing intricate scenes. Created as part of "The Introduction of the Silkworm, " this plate portrays individuals skillfully reeling silk threads from cocoons. The artist's attention to texture and movement brings this ancient craft to life before our eyes. While Van der Straet excelled in illustrating historical events like Alexander the Great watching animals fight or depicting significant discoveries such as "The Discovery of America, " he also delved into more intimate aspects of human existence. In Pieter Furnius' work called "The Course of Human Life, " Jan van der Straet contributed illustrations that depicted different stages and experiences throughout one's lifetime. From birth to old age and death, these thought-provoking images capture universal truths about human existence. They explore themes such as youthfulness, amassing knowledge, enticement towards luxury or materialism while reminding us about life's transient nature. Van der Straet's talent extended beyond traditional subject matters; he also painted religious scenes like "Saint Nicholas Bari and Three Poor Girls. " Created by Cristofano Cartaro in 1587 but featuring Van Der Straet's artistry within it, this artwork tells a heartwarming tale of generosity and compassion.