Giovanni Stratensis Collection

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

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

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

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

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"Giovanni Stratensis: A Journey Through Time and Art" Step into the world of Giovanni Stratensis, a renowned artist whose works have captivated audiences for centuries. From his iconic "Introduction of the Silkworm" series to his thought-provoking pieces in "The Course of Human Life, " Stratensis's artistry transcends time. In "The Introduction of the Silkworm, " we witness the intricate process behind silk production. The title plate sets the stage for this enlightening journey, while Plate 3 showcases the delicate incubation of silkworm eggs. Plate 5 takes us to mulberry fields, where leaves are gathered and fed to these fascinating creatures. Finally, Plate 6 unveils the mesmerizing reeling of silk itself – a true testament to human ingenuity. Stratensis's talent extends beyond silk production as seen in his work on "New Inventions of Modern Times. " Here, he depicts Christopher Columbus' monumental discovery with vivid detail in plate His ability to capture historical moments is further showcased in "Saint Nicholas of Bari and the Three Poor Girls, " an emotional portrayal that tugs at our heartstrings. "The Course of Human Life" delves deep into life's stages and societal influences. Pieter Furnius collaborates with Stratensis to create powerful imagery that resonates even today. From birth depicted in all its beauty and vulnerability, through youth brimming with hopefulness, onto old age marked by wisdom and acceptance; every phase is meticulously captured. The enticement of luxury tempts us while amassing knowledge fuels our thirst for growth. To complete this artistic journey, we delve into Joannes Stradanus' masterpiece – "A Hunting Party. " This vibrant scene transports us back to a time when nature was both revered and conquered by man's pursuit for adventure. Giovanni Stratensis continues to inspire generations through his timeless artistry.