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"Veen: A Tale of Art and War" In Picture No. 12020836, we are transported back in time to the world of Otto van Veen, an esteemed Antwerp painter

Background imageVeen Collection: Picture No. 12020836

Picture No. 12020836
Highland Cow, standing in snow-covered heathland with Christmas lights wrapped around horns. Digital manipulation Date:

Background imageVeen Collection: Otto van Veen, Antwerp painter

Otto van Veen, Antwerp painter
Otto van Veen, Otto Venius or Octavius Vaenius, Antwerp painter, 1556-1629. Lithograph after a drawing by HVH from Portraits of the most celebrated painters of all the schools, Ackermann, London, 1827

Background imageVeen Collection: Gerhard Douw or Gerrit Dou, Dutch artist

Gerhard Douw or Gerrit Dou, Dutch artist of the Golden Age, 1613 - 1675. From a picture in the Stafford collection. Lithograph after a drawing by HVH from Portraits of the most celebrated painters of

Background imageVeen Collection: Plate 8: Women and Children Observe Civilis Battling the Romans, from The War of the Roma

Plate 8: Women and Children Observe Civilis Battling the Romans, from The War of the Romans Against the Batavians (Romanorvm et Batavorvm societas), 1611

Background imageVeen Collection: Plate 7: German Envoys Visit Civilis, from The War of the Romans Against the Batavians

Plate 7: German Envoys Visit Civilis, from The War of the Romans Against the Batavians (Romanorvm et Batavorvm societas), 1611

Background imageVeen Collection: Plate 22: Civilis Separates German and Dutch Troops, from The War of the Romans Against

Plate 22: Civilis Separates German and Dutch Troops, from The War of the Romans Against the Batavians (Romanorvm et Batavorvm societas), 1611

Background imageVeen Collection: Plate 25: The Roman Commander Cerialis Attacks Near Trier

Plate 25: The Roman Commander Cerialis Attacks Near Trier, from The War of the Romans Against the Batavians (Romanorvm et Batavorvm societas), 1611

Background imageVeen Collection: Plate 29: Civilis Floods the Land by Defensively Breaking the Dikes

Plate 29: Civilis Floods the Land by Defensively Breaking the Dikes, from The War of the Romans Against the Batavians (Romanorvm et Batavorvm societas), 1611

Background imageVeen Collection: Plate 34: The Romans Burning the Dutch Countryside, from The War of the Romans Against

Plate 34: The Romans Burning the Dutch Countryside, from The War of the Romans Against the Batavians (Romanorvm et Batavorvm societas), 1611

Background imageVeen Collection: Plate 33: Dutch and Roman Flotillas on the Rhine, from The War of the Romans Against the

Plate 33: Dutch and Roman Flotillas on the Rhine, from The War of the Romans Against the Batavians (Romanorvm et Batavorvm societas), 1611

Background imageVeen Collection: Plate 18: Secret Meeting of Civilis with Other Leaders from Trier

Plate 18: Secret Meeting of Civilis with Other Leaders from Trier, from The War of the Romans Against the Batavians (Romanorvm et Batavorvm societas), 1611

Background imageVeen Collection: Plate 17: The Romans Misled by Civilis Horse to Believe that He was Dead or Injured

Plate 17: The Romans Misled by Civilis Horse to Believe that He was Dead or Injured, from The War of the Romans Against the Batavians (Romanorvm et Batavorvm societas), 1611

Background imageVeen Collection: Plate 14: New Attack on the Old Fortress, from The War of the Romans Against the

Plate 14: New Attack on the Old Fortress, from The War of the Romans Against the Batavians (Romanorvm et Batavorvm societas), 1611

Background imageVeen Collection: Plate 35: The Batavians Become Afraid and Begin Peace Talks

Plate 35: The Batavians Become Afraid and Begin Peace Talks, from The War of the Romans Against the Batavians, 1611

Background imageVeen Collection: Plate 3: Claudius Civilis Arrested and his Brother Paulus Beheaded

Plate 3: Claudius Civilis Arrested and his Brother Paulus Beheaded, from The War of the Romans Against the Batavians (Romanorvm et Batavorvm societas), 1611

Background imageVeen Collection: Plate 12: Pulling a Vessel Loaded with Grain to Shore, from The War of the Romans Against

Plate 12: Pulling a Vessel Loaded with Grain to Shore, from The War of the Romans Against the Batavians (Romanorvm et Batavorvm societas), 1611

Background imageVeen Collection: Plate 26: Cerialis Pardons and Relieves Roman Soliders who had Helped Civilis

Plate 26: Cerialis Pardons and Relieves Roman Soliders who had Helped Civilis, from The War of the Romans Against the Batavians (Romanorvm et Batavorvm societas), 1611

Background imageVeen Collection: Plate 28: Cologne Troops Bring Civilis Wife and Sister to Cerialis

Plate 28: Cologne Troops Bring Civilis Wife and Sister to Cerialis, from The War of the Romans Against the Batavians (Romanorvm et Batavorvm societas), 1611

Background imageVeen Collection: Plate 19: Men from the Fortress Surrender and Pledge Their Lives to Civilis

Plate 19: Men from the Fortress Surrender and Pledge Their Lives to Civilis, from The War of the Romans Against the Batavians (Romanorvm et Batavorvm societas), 1611

Background imageVeen Collection: Plate 9: The Romans Defeated by the Dutch Troops at Bonna

Plate 9: The Romans Defeated by the Dutch Troops at Bonna, from The War of the Romans Against the Batavians (Romanorvm et Batavorvm societas), 1611

Background imageVeen Collection: Plate 23: Conference on What Steps to Take Upon the Romans New Troops Approaching Across

Plate 23: Conference on What Steps to Take Upon the Romans New Troops Approaching Across the Alps, from The War of the Romans Against the Batavians (Romanorvm et Batavorvm societas), 1611

Background imageVeen Collection: Plate 36: Civilis and Cerialis Meet on a Broken Bridge to Reach an Accord

Plate 36: Civilis and Cerialis Meet on a Broken Bridge to Reach an Accord, from The War of the Romans Against the Batavians (Romanorvm et Batavorvm societas), 1611

Background imageVeen Collection: Plate 6: Romans Defeated Near the Rhine, from The War of the Romans Against the Batavians

Plate 6: Romans Defeated Near the Rhine, from The War of the Romans Against the Batavians (Romanorvm et Batavorvm Societas), 1611

Background imageVeen Collection: Plate 2: The Romans Taking Old Dutch Men as Hostages and Seducing Young Ones

Plate 2: The Romans Taking Old Dutch Men as Hostages and Seducing Young Ones, from The War of the Romans Against the Batavians (Romanorvm et Batavorvm societas), 1611

Background imageVeen Collection: Plate 5: Bruno Appointed Leader of the Caninefates, from The War of the Romans Against

Plate 5: Bruno Appointed Leader of the Caninefates, from The War of the Romans Against the Batavians (Romanorvm et Batavorvm societas), 1611

Background imageVeen Collection: Plate 11: Civilis Troops Crossing the Ms River, from The War of the Romans Against the

Plate 11: Civilis Troops Crossing the Ms River, from The War of the Romans Against the Batavians (Romanorvm et Batavorvm societas), 1611

Background imageVeen Collection: Plate 20: Civilis Having his Hair Cut, from The War of the Romans Against the Batavians

Plate 20: Civilis Having his Hair Cut, from The War of the Romans Against the Batavians (Romanorvm et Batavorvm societas), 1611

Background imageVeen Collection: Plate 30: Cerialis Driving the Dutch into the Rhine, from The War of the Romans Against

Plate 30: Cerialis Driving the Dutch into the Rhine, from The War of the Romans Against the Batavians (Romanorvm et Batavorvm societas), 1611

Background imageVeen Collection: Plate 27: The Dutch During a Surprise Attack of the Roman Camp on the Moselle

Plate 27: The Dutch During a Surprise Attack of the Roman Camp on the Moselle, from The War of the Romans Against the Batavians (Romanorvm et Batavorvm societas), 1611

Background imageVeen Collection: Plate 16: Roman Captives Before the Old Fortress, from The War of the Romans Against the

Plate 16: Roman Captives Before the Old Fortress, from The War of the Romans Against the Batavians (Romanorvm et Batavorvm societas), 1611

Background imageVeen Collection: Plate 15: Civilis Treating with a Roman Commander, from The War of the Romans Against the

Plate 15: Civilis Treating with a Roman Commander, from The War of the Romans Against the Batavians (Romanorvm et Batavorvm societas), 1611

Background imageVeen Collection: Plate 24: The Advance Guard of the New Roman Troops Turned Back

Plate 24: The Advance Guard of the New Roman Troops Turned Back, from The War of the Romans Against the Batavians (Romanorvm et Batavorvm societas), 1611

Background imageVeen Collection: Plate 13: Attack on the Roman Fortress at Night, from The War of the Romans Against the

Plate 13: Attack on the Roman Fortress at Night, from The War of the Romans Against the Batavians (Romanorvm et Batavorvm societas), 1611

Background imageVeen Collection: Plate 31: Civilis Forced to Dismount and Swim Across the River

Plate 31: Civilis Forced to Dismount and Swim Across the River, from The War of the Romans Against the Batavians, 1611

Background imageVeen Collection: Various Insects by a Fungus, 1681. Creator: Rochus van Veen

Various Insects by a Fungus, 1681. Creator: Rochus van Veen
Various Insects by a Fungus, 1681

Background imageVeen Collection: Bramling (Fringilla Montifringilla), 1679. Creator: Gerardus van Veen

Bramling (Fringilla Montifringilla), 1679. Creator: Gerardus van Veen
Bramling (Fringilla Montifringilla), 1679

Background imageVeen Collection: Picture No. 12020837

Picture No. 12020837
Highland Cow, standing in snow-covered heathland wearing Christmas hat with Christmas lights wrapped around horns. Digital manipulation Date:

Background imageVeen Collection: The Batavians Defeating the Romans on the Rhine, 1613. Artist: Veen, Otto van (1556-1629)

The Batavians Defeating the Romans on the Rhine, 1613. Artist: Veen, Otto van (1556-1629)
The Batavians Defeating the Romans on the Rhine, 1613. Found in the collection of Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam

Background imageVeen Collection: Xanthippe emptying a chamber pot over Socrates. (From Emblemata Horatiana), 1607

Xanthippe emptying a chamber pot over Socrates. (From Emblemata Horatiana), 1607. Artist: Veen, Otto van (1556-1629)
Xanthippe emptying a chamber pot over Socrates. (From Emblemata Horatiana), 1607. Private Collection

Background imageVeen Collection: Die vanit Oudt legher door hongher ende noodt gheuen hen op, ende bidden lyfs ghenade... 1612

Die vanit Oudt legher door hongher ende noodt gheuen hen op, ende bidden lyfs ghenade... 1612. Artist: Antonio Tempesta
Die vanit Oudt legher door hongher ende noodt gheuen hen op, ende bidden lyfs ghenade... 1612. Illustration depicting an episode from the Batavian rebellion leaded by Gaius Julius Civilis against

Background imageVeen Collection: Civilis, Tutor, Classicus, ende andere Triersche comen t samen secretelyck in een borghers huys

Civilis, Tutor, Classicus, ende andere Triersche comen t samen secretelyck in een borghers huys bin Artist
Civilis, Tutor, Classicus, ende andere Triersche comen t samen secretelyck in een borghers huys binnen Ceulen ?, 1612. Illustration depicting an episode from the Batavian rebellion leaded by Gaius

Background imageVeen Collection: Een Schip met coren gheladen blyft op een drooghte Sitten; de Duytschen pooghent naer hen te

Een Schip met coren gheladen blyft op een drooghte Sitten; de Duytschen pooghent naer hen te trecke Artist
Een Schip met coren gheladen blyft op een drooghte Sitten; de Duytschen pooghent naer hen te trecken, Soo oock de Romeynen: waer door eenen, 1612

Background imageVeen Collection: Allegory of the Temptations of Youth

Allegory of the Temptations of Youth. Found in the Collection of Nationalmuseum Stockholm

Background imageVeen Collection: Octavio van Veen Het gulden cabinet vande edel

Octavio van Veen Het gulden cabinet vande edel
Octavio van Veen, Het gulden cabinet vande edel vry schilder const: inhoudende den lof vande vermarste schilders, architectc, beldthowers, ende plaetsnyders, van dese eeuw, Bie, Cornelis de

Background imageVeen Collection: Standing Ruff Gerardus van Veen Dutch 1620 1683

Standing Ruff Gerardus van Veen Dutch 1620 1683
Standing Ruff; Gerardus van Veen (Dutch, about 1620 - about 1683); Holland; 1677; Pen and brown ink, watercolor, and gouache over black chalk; 23.3 x 27.1 cm (9 3, 16 x 10 11, 16 in.)

Background imageVeen Collection: Maerten Van Heemskerck Or Marten Jacobsz Heemskerk Van Veen, 1498 A

Maerten Van Heemskerck Or Marten Jacobsz Heemskerk Van Veen, 1498 A

Background imageVeen Collection: Otto Van Veen Aka Otto Venius Or Octavius Vaenius 1556-1629 Belgian Artist From 75 Portraits Of

Otto Van Veen Aka Otto Venius Or Octavius Vaenius 1556-1629 Belgian Artist From 75 Portraits Of Celebrated Painters From Authentic Originals Etched By James Girtin Published London 1817

Background imageVeen Collection: Otto Veen - G van Veen

Otto Veen - G van Veen
Octavio Van Veen ( Vaenius ) (1556 - 1629) Dutch artist and scholar



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"Veen: A Tale of Art and War" In Picture No. 12020836, we are transported back in time to the world of Otto van Veen, an esteemed Antwerp painter. Known for his intricate details and vibrant colors, Van Veen's works captivate our imagination. One such masterpiece is Plate 8 from "The War of the Romans Against the Batavians. " Here, women and children observe with bated breath as Civilis valiantly battles against the mighty Romans. The intensity on their faces reflects the turmoil of that era. Gerrit Dou, a Dutch artist like Van Veen, also left his mark on history. Plate 7 depicts German envoys visiting Civilis during this tumultuous period. It showcases his meticulous attention to detail and skillful use of light and shadow. Moving forward to Plate 22, we witness Civilis separating German and Dutch troops amidst chaos. This pivotal moment highlights not only Van Veen's artistic prowess but also his ability to capture historical events with precision. Plate 25 takes us closer to Trier as Cerialis launches a fierce attack against Roman enemies near this ancient city. The painting exudes a sense of urgency through its dynamic composition and vivid brushstrokes. As we delve deeper into "The War of the Romans Against, " Plate 29 presents an awe-inspiring scene where Civilis strategically breaks dikes to flood the land defensively—a testament to both nature's power and human ingenuity. In contrast, Plate 34 portrays a devastating sight—the Romans burning down Dutch countryside—an image that evokes sorrow for lost lives and ravaged lands during times of conflict. Plate 33 offers another glimpse into this war-torn era—Dutch and Roman flotillas navigating perilous waters along the Rhine River—a reminder that even amidst strife, life continues its course. Stepping away from battle scenes momentarily, Plate 18 reveals a secret meeting of Civilis with other leaders from Trier.