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The image displays a large, intricate drawing of a blooming flower at the top center, surrounded by various insects and plant forms, such as a snail, a mantis, and other insects scattered around. The color palette is monochrome, with shades of black and white. The snail is placed towards the upper right side of the image, partially on a stem, while a large mantis is depicted beneath it closer to the foreground. A shell-like structure is located on the right side of the flower, with smaller insects distributed across the lower section, including worms, a fly, and a beetle. Floral elements are visible on the left and right edges, framing the composition.

Print1987.20.9.16

Archetypa studiaque patris Georgii Hoefnagelii [Part 2, Plate 2]

Jacob Hoefnagel after Joris Hoefnagel

published 1592 · engraving on laid paper

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There is a dragonfly at the top center of the image and two large fruits towards the bottom left. The color palette consists of black, shades of gray, and beige. From the top left, there is a spider on its web, followed by foliage, flowers, other insects, and a dragonfly. Moving right, there is a blooming flower and a pea pod. Below, a beetle and a winged insect are near the large fruits. Further down, there is a cluster of grapes on the right, with a centipede under leafy greenery. Various smaller insects and vegetative elements are spread throughout the image.

Print1987.20.9.17

Archetypa studiaque patris Georgii Hoefnagelii [Part 2, Plate 3]

Jacob Hoefnagel after Joris Hoefnagel

published 1592 · engraving on laid paper

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The tarantula is hanging upside down near the center, a large bulb is in the lower center surrounded by plant roots and a butterfly, and a large flower is on the left. The color palette is monochrome with shades of gray. The tarantula is near the center of the image, the bulb is directly below it with the butterfly to the left of the bulb, and the large flower is in the top left quadrant. A plant with a long stem and large leaves is on the right with a snail and acorns near the bottom on the right. A bee is seen to the left of the tarantula, and a smaller spider is located at the bottom left.

Print1987.20.9.18

Archetypa studiaque patris Georgii Hoefnagelii [Part 2, Plate 4]

Jacob Hoefnagel after Joris Hoefnagel

published 1592 · engraving on laid paper

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The image shows a large moth, a frog, and a pear. The color palette is monochromatic in shades of black and gray. An insect is depicted on a plant on the right side. The frog is below the moth, and the pear is on the left. A branch runs through the lower section. Insects are scattered throughout the lower portion, with a large fly in the bottom right corner.

Print1987.20.9.19

Archetypa studiaque patris Georgii Hoefnagelii [Part 2, Plate 5]

Jacob Hoefnagel after Joris Hoefnagel

published 1592 · engraving on laid paper

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The image shows a large vase filled with various flowers, surrounded by insects, frogs, and fruits. The color palette is neutral, giving it a vintage and monochromatic look. A butterfly and a dragonfly hover near the top, while two frogs are positioned to the right. Pea pods and a stick insect are to the left, with other insects and a snail scattered throughout the scene near cherries, which are prominently featured on the lower right.

Print1987.20.9.20

Archetypa studiaque patris Georgii Hoefnagelii [Part 2, Plate 6]

Jacob Hoefnagel after Joris Hoefnagel

published 1592 · engraving on laid paper

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The image features a large piece of fruit, possibly a quince or apple, at the center, with a scorpion below it. Surrounding these are illustrations of various plants, insects, and a seashell. The color palette is monochrome, using shades of black and gray on a beige background, resembling an engraved print. The central fruit is flanked by a branching flower on the left and a hanging flower on the top right. Below the fruit are insects like a beetle and a scorpion, and a seashell on the far right. A nut is located to the right of the central fruit. A moth is positioned beside flowers in the upper right corner. A small spider can be seen in the bottom right, near a star-shaped object. The design includes intricate detailing with leaves and foliage dispersed throughout.

Print1987.20.9.21

Archetypa studiaque patris Georgii Hoefnagelii [Part 2, Plate 7]

Jacob Hoefnagel after Joris Hoefnagel

published 1592 · engraving on laid paper

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The image contains two large insects with their wings spread, one at the top right and another at the top center-right, along with a rodent at the bottom center. The image has a monochromatic color palette of black and white due to its engraving style. A detailed lily flower stretches diagonally on the left, and an elongated caterpillar is positioned next to it towards the center. The mouse is centrally located, with its tail extending towards the left, surrounded by various plant seeds and shells, small insects, and another insect at the bottom right.

Print1987.20.9.22

Archetypa studiaque patris Georgii Hoefnagelii [Part 2, Plate 8]

Jacob Hoefnagel after Joris Hoefnagel

published 1592 · engraving on laid paper

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The image shows various insects such as a butterfly at the top center, a dragonfly in the middle, and a beetle at the bottom. Alongside them are other creatures like a spider, a moth, a bee, a cricket, and smaller insects. The background includes plants, flowers, and what appears to be grapes in the bottom right corner. The color scheme is monochromatic, with shades of black and white. The insects are centrally positioned, with floral elements on the sides and seeds or fruit at the bottom.

Print1987.20.9.23

Archetypa studiaque patris Georgii Hoefnagelii [Part 2, Plate 9]

Jacob Hoefnagel after Joris Hoefnagel

published 1592 · engraving on laid paper

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The image displays a large ornate vase filled with an arrangement of flowers and foliage at the center. Perched on each side of the vase are birds. The left side features an assortment of fruits and vegetables like grapes and a melon, while the right side mirrors this with apples and pears. The color palette is monochrome using shades of sepia and brown. A fish and a rabbit hang from the top corners, tapering down towards the central vase.

Print1987.20.9.14

Archetypa studiaque patris Georgii Hoefnagelii [Part 2, Title Page]

Jacob Hoefnagel after Joris Hoefnagel

published 1592 · engraving on laid paper

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The image features an oversized halved fruit with leaves at the bottom left, a central ornate flower with curling petals, and a large grasshopper on the right. The color palette is primarily black and white, with varying shades of grey. Positioned in the middle is the elaborate flower, while the grasshopper is to the right. The fruit is in the lower left, and a toad with distinct markings is near the flower's stem. Various insects, including bees, a beetle, and a dragonfly, as well as different plants and flowers, are scattered throughout. A Latin inscription is at the top, and "MACARONEA" is below the central objects with more Latin text.

Print1987.20.9.37

Archetypa studiaque patris Georgii Hoefnagelii [Part 3, Plate 10]

Jacob Hoefnagel after Joris Hoefnagel

published 1592 · engraving on laid paper

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The image shows a butterfly, a snail, and a large flower with a central disk. The color palette is black and white with shading for depth and texture. The butterfly is slightly left of center, wings spread. The snail is on the right, its shell facing forward. Flowers are on the edges and insects are scattered around. Latin text is at the top and bottom.

Print1987.20.9.38

Archetypa studiaque patris Georgii Hoefnagelii [Part 3, Plate 11]

Jacob Hoefnagel after Joris Hoefnagel

published 1592 · engraving on laid paper

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The image shows a large butterfly with open wings in the center, surrounded by tulips, a decorative cartouche with text, and various fruits such as pears and peaches. The color palette consists of shades of brown and beige, giving the image an antique or monochrome print appearance. Tulips are positioned on both the left and right edges, curved inward. A central butterfly is framed by text above and a cartouche below, with fruits dispersed towards the bottom half, accompanied by small insects.

Print1987.20.9.39

Archetypa studiaque patris Georgii Hoefnagelii [Part 3, Plate 12]

Jacob Hoefnagel after Joris Hoefnagel

published 1592 · engraving on laid paper

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The image features two large tulips, a central butterfly with outstretched wings, a smaller butterfly, an arrangement of fruit, and a bell-shaped flower hanging down, all surrounding a central ornate plaque with Latin text. The composition is in shades of brown, black, and beige, giving it an antique illustrative look. On the left, there is a tulip and a cluster of fruit. In the center, the butterfly is set against a decorative plaque. On the right, another tulip mirrors the one on the left. Additional elements scattered throughout the image include fruits, flowers, and insects.

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Archetypa studiaque patris Georgii Hoefnagelii [Part 3, Plate 12]

Jacob Hoefnagel, after Joris Hoefnagel

1592 · engraving on laid paper

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Two large cornucopias overflowing with fruits and flowers are placed at the center of the illustration. A globe sits on a ribbon between them. The artwork is in black and white, and the cornucopias mirror each other. Various creatures are positioned throughout the image, including a rabbit leaping over one cornucopia, a lobster near the ribbon labeled "PARS," a squirrel climbing a branch by the other cornucopia, and a turtle near the text "TERTIA." Two birds flank the central ribbon under the globe, which has an inscription. Additional elements such as butterflies, dragonflies, and plants are scattered throughout.

Print1987.20.9.28

Archetypa studiaque patris Georgii Hoefnagelii [Part 3, Plate 1]

Jacob Hoefnagel after Joris Hoefnagel

published 1592 · engraving on laid paper

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The illustration features a mouse surrounded by flowers, a dragonfly, and a fruit. The color scheme is black and white, with detailed linework. The mouse is in the center-left, surrounded by foliage, while the dragonfly hovers above. Large flowers are scattered around, including above the mouse's head and next to its body. A worm and an insect are near the bottom, enhancing the natural setting.

Print1987.20.9.29

Archetypa studiaque patris Georgii Hoefnagelii [Part 3, Plate 2]

Jacob Hoefnagel after Joris Hoefnagel

published 1592 · engraving on laid paper

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There are two large pieces of hanging fruit resembling pears with a large insect perched on one, and a sizable frog positioned towards the lower center of the composition. The color palette consists of monochromatic shades, primarily ranging from black to beige with fine line drawings and shading. There is a flower on the left side surrounded by additional elements like smaller insects, leaves, and another piece of spherical fruit. A spider and multiple blooms to the right of the center extend horizontally, with smaller fruits and plant life inhabiting the scene. Various insects are distributed throughout, including a dragonfly near the upper center and a moth on the left side. The composition is set against a plain background allowing every detailed element to stand out.

Print1987.20.9.30

Archetypa studiaque patris Georgii Hoefnagelii [Part 3, Plate 3]

Jacob Hoefnagel after Joris Hoefnagel

published 1592 · engraving on laid paper

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The image features various plants and insects, including a snail, a thistle-like plant, and a dragonfly. The colors in the image are black, white, and grey. In the center, there is a spiky seed pod with a nut, surrounded by a butterfly, dragonfly, flowers, and leaves. A snail is seen climbing near the bottom left, along with other small insects. The composition is detailed and evenly distributed across the page.

Print1987.20.9.31

Archetypa studiaque patris Georgii Hoefnagelii [Part 3, Plate 4]

Jacob Hoefnagel after Joris Hoefnagel

published 1592 · engraving on laid paper

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The image features a large lizard, a dragonfly, insects like beetles and moths, flowers, and roots. It has a monochrome color scheme in shades of gray and black. The lizard sits diagonally across the center, the dragonfly is positioned near the top, and various elements are spread throughout the image.

Print1987.20.9.32

Archetypa studiaque patris Georgii Hoefnagelii [Part 3, Plate 5]

Jacob Hoefnagel after Joris Hoefnagel

published 1592 · engraving on laid paper

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The image shows an assortment of insects, plants, and shells, with two large dragonflies in the top corners. The color palette is monochromatic, with various shades of black and beige. A large beetle is at the top center, with a smaller beetle to the left. A spider is on the right side, accompanied by a root vegetable. Two snails are in the mid-left and mid-right. Below them are an onion-like plant to the left, a caterpillar to the left edge, and a large beetle at the bottom center. Various small shells and plant components are spread throughout.

Print1987.20.9.33

Archetypa studiaque patris Georgii Hoefnagelii [Part 3, Plate 6]

Jacob Hoefnagel after Joris Hoefnagel

published 1592 · engraving on laid paper

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The image features a detailed flower with multiple blooms on the left side, a butterfly with patterned wings centrally located among various plants, and various smaller flowers and insects scattered on the right side along with cherries, a mushroom, and a beetle in the lower left corner. The palette is monochromatic in black and white, emphasizing fine lines and intricate textures.

Print1987.20.9.34

Archetypa studiaque patris Georgii Hoefnagelii [Part 3, Plate 7]

Jacob Hoefnagel after Joris Hoefnagel

published 1592 · engraving on laid paper

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The image features a crab at the center with a butterfly on its back, surrounded by plant stems and flowers. The color scheme includes shades of brown and sepia. The crab is central, with the butterfly slightly to the left. A bee hovers to the left of the crab, and a mosquito-like insect is above to the right. Various branches with flowers are visible across the frame, and a lemon is placed in the bottom right corner.

Print1987.20.9.35

Archetypa studiaque patris Georgii Hoefnagelii [Part 3, Plate 8]

Jacob Hoefnagel after Joris Hoefnagel

published 1592 · engraving on laid paper

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The image contains botanical and entomological illustrations, such as a central flower resembling a lily, a segmented shell, a large moth with patterned wings, and a fruit resembling a lemon. The color scheme is mainly muted brown tones typical of sepia engravings. The flower is located towards the bottom right, the shell towards the bottom left, and the moth on the right side. Various leaves, insects, and botanical elements are spread across the page, creating a dense composition.

Print1987.20.9.36

Archetypa studiaque patris Georgii Hoefnagelii [Part 3, Plate 9]

Jacob Hoefnagel after Joris Hoefnagel

published 1592 · engraving on laid paper

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The image depicts a moth with spread wings, surrounded by various plants and insects such as a spider, beetle, and butterfly. The color scheme is grayscale with shading for depth. The composition includes the moth in the center, a spider on the left, a flower on the right, a beetle at the bottom, and a fly near the moth's wing. Latin inscriptions are above the moth, and a large flower is at the bottom right.

Print1987.20.9.27

Archetypa studiaque patris Georgii Hoefnagelii [Part 3, Title Page]

Jacob Hoefnagel after Joris Hoefnagel

published 1592 · engraving on laid paper

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The image features a snake, a fruit resembling an orange, and a frog. The color palette is monochrome in shades of grey and black. In addition to the main elements, there are insects, plant forms, seeds, a shell, and a spider. Latin text is visible in two sections of the image.

Print1987.20.9.50

Archetypa studiaque patris Georgii Hoefnagelii [Part 4, Plate 10]

Jacob Hoefnagel after Joris Hoefnagel

published 1592 · engraving on laid paper

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