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Matthäus Merian the Elder Art

German, 1593-1650
Matthäus Merian is one of the most respected Swiss/German artists and engravers of the 17th century. In addition to creating a large number of illustrations and maps, he passed his knowledge and skill to his children, who followed in the family tradition. His son Matthäus Merian, the Younger was an accomplished engraver. His daughter Maria Sybella Merian in addition to becoming a prominent artist, became one of the greatest woman scientists of the 18th century as an entomologist. Her engravings of insects in their natural habitats are as sought after by collectors as are her father's illustrations.
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Artist: Matthäus Merian the Elder
The Beheading of the King of England; Enthauptung des Königs in England
The Beheading of the King of England; Enthauptung des Königs in England

The Beheading of the King of England; Enthauptung des Königs in England

By Matthäus Merian the Elder

Located in Middletown, NY

The execution of Charles I (1600-1649) at Whitehall, January 30th 1649, in front of the Banqueting House. The executioner holding the head of Charles up to the crowd below. Engravin...

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Mid-17th Century Old Masters Matthäus Merian the Elder Art

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The Queen of Great Britain arriving in Portsmouth 25 May 1662 & The Arrival in L
The Queen of Great Britain arriving in Portsmouth 25 May 1662 & The Arrival in L

The Queen of Great Britain arriving in Portsmouth 25 May 1662 & The Arrival in L

By Matthäus Merian the Elder

Located in Middletown, NY

Two images of Queen Catharina of Braganza; one before her marriage to King Charles II, the other after, as Queen of Great Britian. Engraved by Matthiäus Merian, father of Maria Sybli...

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Mid-17th Century Old Masters Matthäus Merian the Elder Art

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Chateau de Verneuil

Chateau de Verneuil

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Engraving with hand coloring and heightening in watercolor on two leaves of expertly conjoined handmade laid paper, one leaf with a large watermark a feathered dragon, 7 1/4 x 11 1/4...

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Watercolor, Handmade Paper, Engraving

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