The Elder Collection

Dulle Griet (Mad Meg), c1562. Artist: Pieter Bruegel the Elder
Dulle Griet (Mad Meg), c1562. From the collection of the Museum Mayer van den Berg, Antwerp

The Harvesters, 1565. Creator: Pieter Bruegel the Elder
The Harvesters, 1565

Misanthrope, 1568. Artist: Pieter Bruegel the Elder
Misanthrope, 1568. From the collection of the Museo e Gallerie Nazionali di Capodimonte, Naples, Italy

Whatever I do, I do not Repent, I Keep Pissing against the Moon, c1558-1560. Artist: Pieter Bruegel the Elder
Whatever I do, I do not Repent, I Keep Pissing against the Moon, 1558-1560. One from a series depicting twelve proverbs. From the Museum Mayer van der Berg, Antwerp, Belgium

Pride (Superbia) from The Seven Deadly Sins, 1558. Creator: Pieter van der Heyden
Pride (Superbia) from The Seven Deadly Sins, 1558

The Parable of the Sower and the Weeds, from Das Plenarium, 1517

The Peasant Dance, 1568-1569. Artist: Pieter Bruegel the Elder
The Peasant Dance, 1568-1569. The opening of a kermesse (village fair), with a traditional dance performed by two couples. From the collection of the Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna, Austria

The Alchemist, after 1558. Creator: Philip Galle
The Alchemist, after 1558

Patience (Patientia), 1557. Creator: Pieter van der Heyden
Patience (Patientia), 1557

King Charles II, 1660-70. Creator: William Faithorne
King Charles II, 1660-70

Kitchenmaid, c16th century. Creator: Pieter Pietersz. the elder
Kitchenmaid, c16th century

Man and Woman at a Spinning Wheel, c.1560-c.1570. Creator: Pieter Pietersz. the elder
Man and Woman at a Spinning Wheel, c.1560-c.1570. Other Title(s): A woman at the spinning wheel and a man with a mug seated in an interior

Portrait of a Dutch Admiral of the Fleet, 1570-1610. Creator: Circle of Pieter Pietersz
Portrait of a Dutch Admiral of the Fleet, 1570-1610

Adoration of the Magi, n.d. Creator: Studio of Hans Burgkmair, the elder German
Adoration of the Magi, n.d

Adoration of the Magi, n.d. Creator: Studio of Hans Burgkmair, the elder German
Adoration of the Magi, n.d

Six Wardens of the Drapers Guild, 1599. Creator: Pieter Pietersz. the elder
Six Wardens of the Drapers Guild, 1599

Missal for Passau, 1505. Creators: Hans Burgkmair, the Elder, Erhard Ratdolt
Missal for Passau, 1505

Reproduction of print showing King and queen in garden, between 1915 and 1925. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Reproduction of print showing King and queen in garden, between 1915 and 1925. Photograph of woodcut by Hans Burgkmair in Chapter 64, Der Weiss Kunig (The Life and Reign of Maximilian I), 1765

Officia M.T.C. Von den tugentsamen ämptern, 1531. Creators: Marcus Tullius Cicero, Hans Burgkmair, the Elder
Officia M.T.C. Von den tugentsamen amptern, 1531

The Parable of the Good Shepherd, 1565. Creator: Philip Galle
The Parable of the Good Shepherd, 1565

The Death of the Virgin, 1574. Creator: Philip Galle
The Death of the Virgin, 1574

The Triumph of Death, c1562. Artist: Pieter Bruegel the Elder
The Triumph of Death, c1562. From the the collection of the Museo del Prado, Madrid, Spain

Everyman, ca. 1558. Creators: Pieter Bruegel the Elder, Pieter van der Heyden
Everyman, ca.1558

Anger (Ira), from the series The Seven Deadly Sins, 1558. Creator: Philip Galle
Anger (Ira), from the series The Seven Deadly Sins, 1558. After Pieter Bruegel the Elder

Lust (Luxuria) from The Seven Deadly Sins, 1558. Creator: Philip Galle
Lust (Luxuria) from The Seven Deadly Sins, 1558. After Pieter Bruegel the Elder

Sloth (Desidia), from the series The Seven Deadly Sins, 1558. Creator: Philip Galle
Sloth (Desidia), from the series The Seven Deadly Sins, 1558. After Pieter Bruegel the Elder

Envy (Invidia) from The Seven Deadly Sins, 1558. Creator: Philip Galle
Envy (Invidia) from The Seven Deadly Sins, 1558

Hope (Spes) from the series The Virtues, 1559-60. Creator: Philip Galle
Hope (Spes) from the series The Virtues, 1559-60

St. James and the Magician Hermogenes, 1565. Creator: Pieter van der Heyden
St. James and the Magician Hermogenes, 1565

The Parable of the Wise and Foolish Virgins, ca. 1560-63. Creator: Philip Galle
The Parable of the Wise and Foolish Virgins, ca. 1560-63

The Resurrection, ca. 1562-63. Creator: Philip Galle
The Resurrection, ca. 1562-63

The Triumph of Time, 1574. Creator: Philip Galle
The Triumph of Time, 1574

Prudence (Prudentia) from The Virtues, ca. 1559-60. Creator: Philip Galle
Prudence (Prudentia) from The Virtues, ca. 1559-60

Mars on a chariot drawn by three lions, 1749. Creator: Charles Grignion
Mars on a chariot drawn by three lions, 1749

General Bonaparte, 1798, (1921). Creator: Pierre Michel Alix
General Bonaparte, 1798, (1921). Le General Bonaparte, Portrait of Napoleon Bonaparte (1769-1821) when he was in Commander-in-Chief of the Army of Italy, (part of the French army)

Lot and his Daughters, c1550. Artist: Frans Floris
Lot and his Daughters, c1550. Found in the collection of the Hermitage, St Petersburg, Russia

Tapestry inspired by the work of Hieronymus Bosch, c. 1560 (gold, silver, silk and wool)
CUL4906842 Tapestry inspired by the work of Hieronymus Bosch, c.1560 (gold, silver, silk and wool) by Bosch, Hieronymus (c.1450-1516) (after); 296x364 cm; (add.info.: Saint Martin. ca. 1560)

Tapestry inspired by the work of Hieronymus Bosch, c. 1560 (gold, silver, silk and wool)
CUL4907312 Tapestry inspired by the work of Hieronymus Bosch, c.1560 (gold, silver, silk and wool) by Bosch, Hieronymus (c.1450-1516) (after); 298x368 cm; (add.info)

Tapestry inspired by the work of Hieronymus Bosch, c. 1560 (gold, silver, silk and wool)
CUL4906821 Tapestry inspired by the work of Hieronymus Bosch, c.1560 (gold, silver, silk and wool) by Bosch, Hieronymus (c.1450-1516) (after); 296x364 cm; (add.info.: Saint Martin. ca. 1560)

Tapestry inspired by the work of Hieronymus Bosch, c. 1560 (gold, silver, silk and wool)
CUL4906987 Tapestry inspired by the work of Hieronymus Bosch, c.1560 (gold, silver, silk and wool) by Bosch, Hieronymus (c.1450-1516) (after); 296x364 cm; (add.info.: Saint Martin. ca. 1560)

Tapestry inspired by the work of Hieronymus Bosch, c. 1560 (gold, silver, silk and wool)
CUL4907418 Tapestry inspired by the work of Hieronymus Bosch, c.1560 (gold, silver, silk and wool) by Bosch, Hieronymus (c.1450-1516) (after); 298x368 cm; (add.info)

Tapestry inspired by the work of Hieronymus Bosch, c. 1560 (gold, silver, silk and wool)
CUL4906968 Tapestry inspired by the work of Hieronymus Bosch, c.1560 (gold, silver, silk and wool) by Bosch, Hieronymus (c.1450-1516) (after); 296x364 cm; (add.info.: Saint Martin. ca. 1560)

Carpenters, ca. 1500. Creator: Hans Burgkmair, the Elder
Carpenters, ca.1500. Scene from a 1775 edition of Der Weisskunig or The White King, a chivalric novel written between 1505 and 1516

Mehmed III. Sultan, Ottoman Empire. Portrait
6317482 Mehmed III. Sultan, Ottoman Empire. Portrait. by Passe, Crispin I de (c.1565-1637) (after); (add.info.: Mehmed III, 1566 - 1603. Sultan of the Ottoman Empire)

Guillaume-Francois Rouelle
LLM459515 Guillaume-Francois Rouelle by Planella Coromina, Josep or Jose (1804-90); Private Collection; (add.info.: Guillaume-Francois Rouelle)

Villa Medicea Cafaggiolo, designed for Cosimo Il Vecchio (1389-1464) (photo
VLS60453 Villa Medicea Cafaggiolo, designed for Cosimo Il Vecchio (1389-1464) (photo) (see also 60455) by Michelozzo di Bartolommeo (1396-1472); The Mugello, Tuscany

Medaille a l effigie de Cosme l Ancien (engraving)
2787408 Medaille a l effigie de Cosme l Ancien (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Medaille a l effigie de Cosme l Ancien)

Villa Medicea Cafaggiolo, designed for Cosimo Il Vecchio (1389-1464) (photo
VLS60455 Villa Medicea Cafaggiolo, designed for Cosimo Il Vecchio (1389-1464) (photo) (see also 60455) by Michelozzo di Bartolommeo (1396-1472); The Mugello, Tuscany

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"The Elder: A Glimpse into the Mind of a Master Artist" Step into the world of Pieter Bruegel the Elder, an artistic genius whose works continue to captivate and intrigue audiences even centuries later. From his iconic paintings like "Dulle Griet (Mad Meg)" and "The Harvesters" to his lesser-known yet equally thought-provoking pieces such as "Whatever I do, I do not Repent, I Keep Pissing against the Moon, " Bruegel's artistry knows no bounds. His collaborations with fellow artist Pieter van der Heyden resulted in stunning engravings like "Patience (Patientia)" and "Pride (Superbia) from The Seven Deadly Sins, " showcasing their ability to depict complex emotions through intricate details. Bruegel's exploration of religious themes is evident in works like "The Parable of the Sower and the Weeds" from Das Plenarium and Philip Galle's engraving, "The Parable of the Good Shepherd. " These pieces invite viewers to reflect on profound biblical teachings while admiring their visual beauty. In contrast, Bruegel also delves into scenes depicting everyday life. His masterpiece, "The Peasant Dance, " captures a lively celebration filled with joyous movements that transport us back in time. Similarly, his painting titled "Misanthrope" portrays a solitary figure lost in contemplation amidst bustling surroundings—a poignant reminder of human introspection. Beyond his own creations, Bruegel's influence extended beyond borders. William Faithorne's portrait of King Charles II pays homage to this revered monarch while showcasing Faithorne's skillful craftsmanship. However, it is perhaps Philip Galle who best encapsulates Bruegel's legacy through engravings such as "The Death of the Virgin" and especially in one haunting piece entitled "The Triumph of Death. " This macabre depiction forces us to confront our mortality, reminding us of the fleeting nature of life.