Print Description
Depicts the construction of the Tower of Babel with various figures engaged in building activities. The central towering structure dominates the scene, surrounded by bustling workers, carriages, and tools. The sky above the tower is dramatic, with rays suggesting divine displeasure. Architectural details and figures in period clothing enhance the sense of scale and historical atmosphere.
Made by Jan van Londerseel after Hendrick Aerts.
Medium: Engraving on Hand laid (verge) paper.
Sheet size: 51.3 x 35 cm (20.2 x 13.78 inch). Image size: 51.3 x 35 cm. (20.2 x 13.78 inch).
Condition: good, given age. Paper edges a bit chipped. Folding with a central fold as issued. Light soiling. General age-related toning and/or occasional minor defects from handling. Please study scan carefully.
TOWER OF BABEL, BIBLICAL PRINT, JAN VAN LONDERSEEL, HENDRICK AERTS, CLAES JANSZ. VISSCHER, 17TH-CENTURY ENGRAVING, ARCHITECTURE, CONSTRUCTION SCENE, RELIGIOUS ARTWORK, ENGRAVING, DUTCH ART | PCO-EXPO-413 (LARGE)
BACKGROUND INFORMATION
Published by Claes Jansz. Visscher, originatig from and rare English published royaal-bible with the typical surrounding red lines.
Biography engraver: Jan van Londerseel (c. 1570-1625) was a Flemish engraver who worked primarily in the Netherlands. He was known for his detailed engravings of biblical and architectural scenes. His work was widely circulated through collaborations with prominent publishers like Claes Jansz. Visscher.
Biography artist: Hendrick Aerts (probably Mechelen, between 1565 and 1575 – probably Gdansk, January 1603) was a Flemish painter and draftsman who painted mainly architectural paintings and was active in Gdansk and Prague.
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