Heemskerck Martin Van Collection

Gideon Receiving a Share from the Spoil, 1561. Creator: Unknown
Gideon Receiving a Share from the Spoil, 1561. Series: The Story of Gedeon, pl. 6

Adoration of the Shepherds, 1548. Creator: Unknown
Adoration of the Shepherds, 1548. From The Passion

The Dew Upon the Fleece of Wool, 1561. Creator: Unknown
The Dew Upon the Fleece of Wool, 1561. From The Story of Gedeon, pl. 3

Portrait of Johannes Colmannus, Rector of the Convent of St. Agatha at Delft, c.1538-c.1540

The Holy Trinity, c.1550-c.1574. Creator: Unknown
The Holy Trinity, c.1550-c.1574. Manner of Maarten van Heemskerck

Samson Carrying the Gate of Gaza, c.1555. Creator: Maerten van Heemskerck
Samson Carrying the Gate of Gaza, c.1555

Pluto and Cerberus, c.1555. Creator: Maerten van Heemskerck
Pluto and Cerberus, c.1555

The baptism of Christ, c.1560-c.1565. Creator: Circle of Maarten van Heemskerck
The baptism of Christ, c.1560-c.1565

Sibylla Erythrea, 1564. Creator: Maerten van Heemskerck
Sibylla Erythrea, 1564. Other Title(s): Left Wing of a Triptych: the Donor Matelief Dammasz. and St Paul (front) and the Erythraean Sibyl (back)

Christ as the Man of Sorrows, c.1545-c.1550. Creator: Workshop of Maarten van Heemskerck
Christ as the Man of Sorrows, c.1545-c.1550

Portrait of a Woman, possibly Anne Codde, 1529. Creator: Maerten van Heemskerck
Portrait of a Woman, possibly Anne Codde, 1529. Other Title(s): Portrait of a Woman, Formerly Identified as Anna Codde (b. 1504)

Portrait of a Man, possibly Pieter Gerritsz Bicker, 1529. Creator: Maerten van Heemskerck
Portrait of a Man, possibly Pieter Gerritsz Bicker, 1529. Other Title(s): Formerly Identified as Pieter Gerritsz Bicker (1497-1567), Mintmaster and Alderman of Amsterdam

Samson Rending the Lion, c.1550-c.1560. Creator: Maerten van Heemskerck
Samson Rending the Lion, c.1550-c.1560

Samson Shattering the Pillars of the Temple, c.1550-c.1560. Creator: Maerten van Heemskerck
Samson Shattering the Pillars of the Temple, c.1550-c.1560

Neptune Stabbing a Sea Horse, c.1550-c.1560. Creator: Maerten van Heemskerck
Neptune Stabbing a Sea Horse, c.1550-c.1560

Hercules Destroying the Centaur Nessus, c.1550-c.1560. Creator: Maerten van Heemskerck
Hercules Destroying the Centaur Nessus, c.1550-c.1560

Christ victoring over Sin and Death, 1513-1574. Creator: Maerten van Heemskerck
Christ victoring over Sin and Death, 1513-1574

Abigail, c. 1560. Creator: Maerten van Heemskerck
Abigail, c. 1560

Celestial Venus (recto); Main Hall, Baths of Diocletian (verso), c.1535. Creator: Unknown
Celestial Venus (recto); Main Hall, Baths of Diocletian (verso), c.1535

Shooting at Father's Corpse, 1584. Creator: Maerten van Heemskerck
Shooting at Father's Corpse, 1584

Two Fencers, from Fencers, plate 7, 1552. Creators: Dirck Volkertsen Coornhert
Two Fencers, from Fencers, plate 7, 1552

Solomon Building the Temple, from The Story of Solomon, 1554. Creator: After Maarten van Heemskerck
Solomon Building the Temple, from The Story of Solomon, 1554

The Rest on the Flight into Egypt, c. 1530. Creator: Maerten van Heemskerck
The Rest on the Flight into Egypt, c. 1530

Joseph, from the series The Twelve Patriarchs, 1550. Creator: Dirck Volkertsen Coornhert
Joseph, from the series The Twelve Patriarchs, 1550

Asher, from the series The Twelve Patriarchs, 1550. Creator: Dirck Volkertsen Coornhert
Asher, from the series The Twelve Patriarchs, 1550

Gad, from the series The Twelve Patriarchs, 1550. Creator: Dirck Volkertsen Coornhert
Gad, from the series The Twelve Patriarchs, 1550

Apollo and the Muses, 1549. Creator: Dirck Volkertsen Coornhert
Apollo and the Muses, 1549

The Parable of the Good Samaritan, 1549. Creator: Dirck Volkertsen Coornhert
The Parable of the Good Samaritan, 1549

Achior Pleading with Holofernes for the Israelites, from The Story of Judith and Holofernes

Judith Slaying Holofernes, from The Story of Judith and Holofernes

Simeon, from the series The Twelve Patriarchs, 1550. Creator: Dirck Volkertsen Coornhert
Simeon, from the series The Twelve Patriarchs, 1550

Benjamin, from the series The Twelve Patriarchs, 1550. Creator
Benjamin, from the series The Twelve Patriarchs, 1550

Naphtali, from the series The Twelve Patriarchs, 1550. Creator
Naphtali, from the series The Twelve Patriarchs, 1550

Zebulun, from the series The Twelve Patriarchs, 1550. Creator: Dirck Volkertsen Coornhert
Zebulun, from the series The Twelve Patriarchs, 1550

Dan, from the series The Twelve Patriarchs, 1550. Creator: Dirck Volkertsen Coornhert
Dan, from the series The Twelve Patriarchs, 1550

Reuben [Genesis 49: 3-4], from the series The Twelve Patriarchs, 1550
Reuben [Genesis 49:3-4], from the series The Twelve Patriarchs, 1550

Levi, from the series The Twelve Patriarchs, 1550. Creator: Dirck Volkertsen Coornhert
Levi, from the series The Twelve Patriarchs, 1550

Elijah Fed by Ravens, 1549. Creator: Dirck Volkertsen Coornhert
Elijah Fed by Ravens, 1549. After Maarten van Heemskerck

Two Fencers, from Fencers, plate 8, 1552. Creators: Dirck Volkertsen Coornhert
Two Fencers, from Fencers, plate 8, 1552. After Maarten van Heemskerck

The Descent from the Cross, from The Fall and Salvation of Mankind through the Life and Passion of Christ, plate 27, 1548. After Maarten van Heemskerck

Solomon and the Queen of Sheba, 1549. Creator: Dirck Volkertsen Coornhert
Solomon and the Queen of Sheba, 1549. After Maarten van Heemskerck

The Rich Man on His Deathbed, from The Parable of Lazarus and the Rich Man, plate 2, 1551

The Imperial Troops Bringing Civilization to the Indians, from The Victories of Emperor Charles, plate 6, 1555

The World Perishing Together with Knowledge and Love, from The Unrestrained World, plate 4, 1550

The Triumph of Pride, from The Cycle of the Vicissitudes of Human Affairs, plate 3, 1564

The Triumph of Envy, from The Cycle of the Vicissitudes of Human Affairs, plate 4, 1564

The Triumph of Peace, from The Cycle of the Vicissitudes of Human Affairs, plate 8, 1564

The Triumph of Want, from The Cycle of the Vicissitudes of Human Affairs, plate 6, 1564

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Maerten van Heemskerck, a renowned Dutch painter and architect of the 16th century, left an indelible mark on the art world with his diverse range of works. From religious scenes to mythological depictions, Heemskerck's talent knew no bounds. In "Two Fencers, " we witness his mastery in capturing movement and intensity as two fencers engage in a fierce battle. This plate from the series "Fencers" showcases Heemskerck's attention to detail and ability to bring life to his subjects. Another notable piece is "Solomon Building the Temple, " which depicts a pivotal moment from The Story of Solomon. Through intricate brushwork, Heemskerck transports us back in time as we witness Solomon overseeing the construction of this grand structure. "The Rest on the Flight into Egypt" reveals Heemskerck's skill in portraying tender moments. With delicate hues and soft lighting, he captures Mary, Joseph, and baby Jesus seeking refuge during their journey—a scene brimming with serenity amidst turmoil. He collaborated with Dirck Volkertsen Coornhert for "Joseph, " "Asher, " "Gad, " "Apollo and the Muses, " "The Parable of the Good Samaritan, " among others. Together they created stunning pieces that showcased their combined artistic prowess. In addition to biblical narratives, Heemskerck also delved into classical mythology. In works like "Achior Pleading with Holofernes" and "Judith Slaying Holofernes", he brings these ancient tales to life through dynamic compositions and expressive figures. Lastly, his collaboration with Coornhert extended beyond biblical stories; they worked together on depicting individual patriarchs such as Simeon and Benjamin from their series titled The Twelve Patriarchs. These portraits exhibit meticulous attention to facial features while conveying each figure's unique character traits.