De Bry Collection

FLORIDA NATIVE AMERICANS: VILLAGE 1591. Colored engraving by Theodore de Bry after Jacques Le Moyne de Morgues

Florida Native Americans curing fish and game on a barbecue. Colored engraving, 1591
NATIVE AMERICANS: BARBECUE, 1591. Florida Native Americans curing fish and game on a barbecue. Colored engraving, 1591, by Theodor de Bry after a now lost drawing by Jacques Le Moyne de Morgues

NATIVE AMERICANS: CROCODILES, 1591. Florida Native Americans killing crocodiles (alligators). Engraving, 1591, by Theodor de Bry after a now lost drawing by Jacques Le Moyne de Morgues

Self-portrait, 1615. Creator: Bry, Johann Theodor de (1561-1623)
Self-portrait, 1615. Private Collection

A page from the book Small Voyages, in German, Part I: Pigafettas Congo
985835 A page from the book Small Voyages, in German, Part I: Pigafettas Congo, 1597 (half-page coloured engraving, letterpress printing) by Flemish School

Emblemata Secularia, 1611. Creator: Theodore de Bry
Emblemata Secularia, 1611. [Oversute puer foecundi insertor amoris]

Scene with Misericordia and Veritas in a Circle at Center, 1580-1600

Scene with a Warning Against Venereal Disease in a Circle at Center, 1580-1600

Design for a Dish with Portraits of the Roman Emperors Caesar, Claudius, and Otho, ca. 1588

Portrait of the Duke of Alva, from a Series of Tazza Designs, ca. 1588

Design for a Dish with Portraits of the Roman Emperors Nero, Galba, and Caligula, ca. 1588

Design for a Dish with Portraits of the Roman Emperors Vitellius, Domitian, and Augustus, ca. 1588

Portrait of William I of Orange, from a Series of Tazza Designs, ca. 1588

Portrait of Theodor de Bry (1528-1598), ca. 1597. Creator: Bry, Johann Theodor de (1561-1623)
Portrait of Theodor de Bry (1528-1598), ca. 1597. Private Collection

Jean de Bry, called Debry (1760-1834), c. 1800. Private Collection

Jean de Bry, called Debry (1760-1834), 1889. Private Collection

NEW ENGLAND: ACTIVITIES. Employments for gentlemen in New England. Line engraving, 1618, by Johann Theodore de Bry

Navigatio Brasiliam Americae Americae tertia
Navigatio in Brasiliam Americae, Americae tertia pars: memorabilẛ provinciae Brasiliae historiam continẛs, de Bry, Theodor, 1528-1598, Engraving, 1592

Title page Americae tertia pars memorabilẛ provinciae
Title page, Americae tertia pars: memorabilẛ provinciae Brasiliae historiam continẛs, de Bry, Theodor, 1528-1598, Engraving, 1592

COATS OF ARMS. Coats of arms Holy Roman Emperor Rudolph II and other nobility. Line engraving, 16th century

FLORIDA NATIVES, 1591. Florida Native Americans tilling and planting. Line engraving, 1591, by Theodor de Bry after a now lost drawing by Jacques Le Moyne de Morgues

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Ships in busy Lisbon harbor, circa 1600. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century reproduction of the original illustration from DeBry

Sugar Refining In The 16th Century
Illustration of sugar manufacturing and refining from De Brys voyages in the 16th century. (Photo by Kean Collection/Getty Images)

Design for a Pendant Jewel; Attributed to Theodor de Bry, Flemish, active in Germany, 1528 - 1598; Netherlands, Europe; about 1580 - 1590; Pen and black ink and brown wash; 7.4 x 4.8 cm

Confrontation between Hernando de Soto and Incans before the Battle of Caxamalca, 1531
CONQUEST OF INCA EMPIRE. Confrontation between Hernando de Soto and Incans before the Battle of Caxamalca, 1531, where the Spanish killed 4000 Incans. Line engraving by Theodore de Bry, 1590

The Diapason closing full in man. Copper engraving by Jean Theodore de Bry from Robert Fludds Tomus Secundus
FLUDD: HARMONY, 1619. The Diapason closing full in man. Copper engraving by Jean Theodore de Bry from Robert Fludds Tomus Secundus...distributa, 1619

DE BRY: MAGICIAN, 1591. Outina, king of Florida Native Americans, consulting with his magician before going into battle. Line engraving, 1591, by Theodor de Bry, after Jacques Le Moyne de Morgues

FLORIDA: STORING FOOD, 1591. Florida Native Americans carrying provisions in baskets to a storehouse, to be used only in cases of dire necessity

NATIVE AMERICAN CEREMONY. Florida Native Americans consecrating the skin of a stag to the sun, while French soldiers (right) observe the ceremony

SICK BRAZILIAN NATIVES. In a Tupinamba village in Brazil, a shaman tries with his rattle to dispel evil spirits and attract good ones to heal Native Americans dying from diseases brought by

NEW WORLD: VOYAGE, 1592. The departure of an exploratory voyage to the New World from Lisbon. Colored engraving, 1592, by Theodor de Bry

DE BRY: KING AND MAGICIAN. Outina, king of Florida Native Americans, consulting with his magician before going into battle

PERUVIAN ROPE BRIDGE, 1601. Peruvian Indians crossing a river by rope and on a raft made of dried pumpkins. Line engraving, 1601

FLORIDA NATIVE AMERICANS, 1591. Florida Native Americans tilling and planting. Line engraving, 1591, by Theodor de Bry after a now lost drawing by Jacques Le Moyne de Morgues

MAP: VIRGINIA, 1585. Engraving by Theodore de Bry, after the drawing by John White, 1585

RIBAULT EXPEDITION, 1562. A French expedition under the command of Jean Ribault arrives at Port Royal (present-day Beaufort), South Carolina, 1562

RIBAULT EXPEDITION, 1562. Volunteers left by Jean Ribault in 1562 at Charlesfort (near present day Beaufort), South Carolina, seek provisions from friendly Native Americans

FLORIDA: MAP, 1591. Engraved map of Florida by Jacques Le Moyne de Morgues published by Theodor de Bry at Frankfort, 1591

DE BRY: POWHATAN WOMAN. One of the chieff Ladyes of Secota. Line engraving by Theodore de Bry after John White, 1590, with text by Thomas Harriot

DE BRY: FLORIDA NATIVE AMERICANS. A Florida Native American smoking a pipe. Detail of an engraving, 1591, by Theodor de bry

FLORIDA NATIVE AMERICANS, c1590. Chief Satourioua with his wife on their evening walk. Engraving, c1590, by Theodor de Bry after Jacques Le Moyne de Morgues

NATIVE AMERICAN SMOKING, 1591. A Florida Native American smoking a pipe. Detail of an engraving, 1591, by Theodor de Bry

CONQUEST OF INCA EMPIRE. / nConfrontation between Hernando de Soto and Incans before
CONQUEST OF INCA EMPIRE. /nConfrontation between Hernando de Soto and Incans before the Battle of Caxamalca, 1531, where the Spanish killed 4000 Incans./nLine engraving by Theodore de Bry, 1590

FRENCH: STH. CAROLINA, 1562. Volunteers left by Jean Ribault in 1562 at Charlesfort (near present day Beaufort)
FRENCH: STH. CAROLINA, 1562. Volunteers left by Jean Ribault in 1562 at Charlesfort (near present day Beaufort, South Carolina) seek provisions from friendly Native Americans

DE BRY: MEXICAN NATIVE INDIANS. Burial customs of Mexican Native Indians. Line engraving by Theodor de Bry, c1590

HARPOONING WHALES, c1590. Native Americans pull harpooned whales to shore as Europeans look on. Engraving, c1590, by Theodor de Bry

VIRGINIA: CHICKAHOMINY TRIBE. Captain Sir Samuel Argall (1572-1626) in pow-wow with the Chickahominy tribe of Virginia, c1610. Line engraving by Theodore de Bry, 1619

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"Exploring the Rich History: Theodore de Bry's Captivating Engravings" Step back in time to 1591 with Theodore de Bry's colored engravings, capturing the vibrant lives of Florida Native Americans. In "Village 1591, " we witness a snapshot of their daily existence, beautifully preserved through de Bry's artistry after Jacques Le Moyne de Morgues' lost drawing. Another engraving showcases the resourcefulness of these indigenous people as they skillfully cure fish and game on a barbecue. The scene comes alive with vivid colors, transporting us to a time when nature provided sustenance for survival. Intriguingly, it also depicted Florida Native Americans fearlessly engaging with crocodiles (alligators) in his engraving titled "Crocodiles. " This bold encounter reveals their deep connection and harmonious coexistence with the natural world around them. Beyond Native American culture, de Bry explored various themes. One such theme is justice and confession, as seen in his depiction of an unusual method used to extract confessions from criminals. The scales of injustice symbolize the precarious balance between guilt and redemption while highlighting societal dynamics during that era. De Bry's talents extended beyond historical illustrations; he also contributed to works like "Small Voyages" and created captivating engravings like "A Young Pictish Woman. " These pieces offer glimpses into different cultures and eras, showcasing his versatility as an artist. Emblemata Secularia takes us even further into de Bry's artistic repertoire. Created in 1611, this collection presents intricate designs that captivate viewers with their symbolic depth and aesthetic appeal. Additionally, scenes depicting banquets or feasts provide insight into social gatherings during the late 16th century. De Bry masterfully captures moments filled with merriment and camaraderie among galants or lovers at these lavish events.