Description
The apostle Peter as a good shepherd. He leads his flock of sheep (the community of Christians) into a stable (the church) that is prepared by the other apostles. In the background a village. On the horizon Christ on the cross.
Made by Julius Goltzius, after Maerten de Vos.
Medium: Engraving on hand laid (verge) paper.
Sheet size: 28.8 x 20.6 cm (11.34 x 8.11 inch). Image size: 28.8 x 20.6 cm. (11.34 x 8.11 inch).
Condition: good, given age. Attached at op to carrier sheet. Light soiling. General age-related toning and/or occasional minor defects from handling. Please study scan carefully.
PETER-AS-A-GOOD-SHEPHERD | PCO-A15-15
BACKGROUND INFORMATION
From a series of 6 of Christ as the good shepherd, published by Claes Jansz. Visscher (1587-1652), a Dutch engraver and publisher in 1646.
Reference: Hollstein Dutch 609-1(2).
Biography engraver: Julius Goltzius (c.1550-1606) was a Flemish engraver known for his intricate prints. .
Biography artist: Maerten de Vos (1532-1603) was a Flemish painter and draughtsman, known for his religious compositions and detailed landscapes.


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