Van Der Straet Jan 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

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"Jan van der Straet: A Glimpse into the World of Silk, Life, and Art" Step into the fascinating world of Jan van der Straet, a renowned Flemish artist whose works provide an exquisite window into various aspects of life. From his captivating series "The Introduction of the Silkworm, " we are transported to 16th-century Europe's silk production process. In Plate 3, aptly titled "The Incubation of the Silkworm Eggs, " Van der Straet captures the delicate beginnings of this intricate craft. Moving forward in time, Plate 5 reveals "The Gathering of Mulberry Leaves and the Feeding of the Silkworms. " Here, we witness laborious efforts as workers meticulously nurture these creatures with care and dedication. The subsequent Plate 6 showcases "The Reeling of Silk, " where skilled hands transform raw materials into shimmering threads that will soon grace luxurious garments. Beyond silk production lies another masterpiece by Van der Straet - his contribution to "New Inventions of Modern Times. " In plate 1, he immortalizes Christopher Columbus' monumental voyage with "The Discovery of America. " This artwork serves as a testament to mankind's relentless pursuit for exploration and knowledge. Shifting focus from worldly affairs to human existence itself, Van der Straet collaborated with Pieter Furnius on their iconic series called "The Course of Human Life. " Through poignant imagery like Child Birth in 1570 or Youth's vibrant energy captured on canvas, they explore life's stages. Old Age and Death remind us that mortality is an inevitable part while The Enticement Luxury warns against excessive indulgence. Finally Amassing Knowledge encourages continuous learning throughout our journey. In addition to these thought-provoking pieces stands Saint Nicholas Bari and Three Poor Girls by Cristofano Cartaro depicting generosity amidst hardship. Meanwhile Joannes Stradanus' A Hunting Party transports us back in time to a lively scene of aristocratic leisure.