Who painted Title Page?

Title Page was painted by Adriaen Collaert in 1600.

Where can I see Title Page?

Title Page is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Title Page?

Title Page is associated with Renaissance.

Can I buy a print of Title Page?

Museum-quality prints of Title Page are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Title Page

Adriaen Collaert , 1600

Title Page is an ink print by the Renaissance artist Adriaen Collaert. It dates from 1600 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

Inscription: Inscribed:center in plate: AVIVM VIVAE / ICONES, / in aes incifae & editae ab / Adriano Collardo.; by later hand, lower left in graphite: 1; by later hand, lower right in graphite: c. 1580

About this work

Overview

Title Page is a c. 1600 engraving on laid paper by Adriaen Collaert, characterized by a dense, black-and-white composition blending natural and decorative elements.

Subject & Meaning

The print announces a book about birds, as indicated by the Latin text within a central oval frame. Surrounding imagery featuring various birds, musical instruments, and putti (winged infants) reinforces this theme, intertwining nature with symbolic and ornamental motifs.

Technique & Style

Executed in engraving, the work showcases intricate details and textures, from the plumage of birds to the swirls and leaves bordering the frame. The overall style reflects a Baroque propensity for complexity and ornamentation.

History & Provenance

Created around 1600 by Adriaen Collaert, the engraver's name is prominently displayed at the bottom of the print. Specific provenance details are not provided in the available information.

Context

Part of a broader early modern European interest in natural history and ornithology, this title page reflects the era's publishing practices, where elaborate title pages served as both informational and decorative elements.

Legacy

While specific influences or direct artistic legacies of this Title Page are not detailed, it contributes to the historical record of 17th-century engraving techniques and the visual representation of natural history subjects during the Baroque period.