Pieter Mortier (1661–1711) - Set of 6: Biblical Narratives, Tabernacle Architecture & The Apocalypse – Historie des Ouden en
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Set of six original copperplate engravings by Pieter Mortier (1700) titled Biblical Narratives, Tabernacle Architecture & The Apocalypse, each about 42 cm × 26 cm, in good condition, Dutch Baroque, engraving.
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A magnificent set of six original antique copperplate engravings from Pieter Mortier's celebrated masterwork 'Historie des Ouden en Nieuwen Testaments' (Amsterdam, 1700), widely known as the 'Mortier Bible' or 'Great Bible of Mortier'. This coherent ensemble unites major theological, apocalyptic, and Old Testament antiquarian themes rendered with virtuoso Dutch Baroque burin technique, dramatic chiaroscuro, and expansive architectural perspective.
Pieter Mortier (1661–1711) was one of the preeminent publishers, engravers, and cartographers of Amsterdam's late Golden Age. Having trained in Paris, Mortier brought French elegance and grand academic scale to the Dutch book trade. His 1700 illustrated folio Bible employed the leading Dutch and French engravers of the period, producing plates celebrated across Europe for their compositional harmony, crisp delineation, and theological precision.
Artist or Maker: Pieter Mortier
Dimensions: Approximately 42 cm x 26 cm (each).
Medium: Engraving.
Date: 18th Century.
SKU: PLA-0930-2
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All items are professionally packed and shipped from France by Mail Boxes Etc. (MBE) on behalf of Dahlströms Rare Prints OÜ, Estonia.
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We handle every shipment with the utmost care, ensuring that our antique prints, maps and rare books arrive safely and in the condition described.
Seller's Story
Dahlströms Rare Prints OÜ specialises in original antique prints, maps, natural history, botanical illustrations, decorative engravings and rare books from the 16th to the 20th century. We source our items from private collections, auctions and libraries across Europe. All items are carefully described, professionally packed and shipped from France.
A magnificent set of six original antique copperplate engravings from Pieter Mortier's celebrated masterwork 'Historie des Ouden en Nieuwen Testaments' (Amsterdam, 1700), widely known as the 'Mortier Bible' or 'Great Bible of Mortier'. This coherent ensemble unites major theological, apocalyptic, and Old Testament antiquarian themes rendered with virtuoso Dutch Baroque burin technique, dramatic chiaroscuro, and expansive architectural perspective.
Pieter Mortier (1661–1711) was one of the preeminent publishers, engravers, and cartographers of Amsterdam's late Golden Age. Having trained in Paris, Mortier brought French elegance and grand academic scale to the Dutch book trade. His 1700 illustrated folio Bible employed the leading Dutch and French engravers of the period, producing plates celebrated across Europe for their compositional harmony, crisp delineation, and theological precision.
Artist or Maker: Pieter Mortier
Dimensions: Approximately 42 cm x 26 cm (each).
Medium: Engraving.
Date: 18th Century.
SKU: PLA-0930-2
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Shipping & Combined Purchases:
We are happy to combine multiple purchases into one shipment, helping you save on shipping costs. Please contact us before making payment so that we can calculate and adjust the shipping cost accordingly.
All items are professionally packed and shipped from France by Mail Boxes Etc. (MBE) on behalf of Dahlströms Rare Prints OÜ, Estonia.
Every shipment is fully insured and sent exclusively via UPS or FedEx, with tracking provided after dispatch.
We handle every shipment with the utmost care, ensuring that our antique prints, maps and rare books arrive safely and in the condition described.
Seller's Story
Dahlströms Rare Prints OÜ specialises in original antique prints, maps, natural history, botanical illustrations, decorative engravings and rare books from the 16th to the 20th century. We source our items from private collections, auctions and libraries across Europe. All items are carefully described, professionally packed and shipped from France.
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Artist
Pieter Mortier (1661–1711)
Title of artwork
Set of 6: Biblical Narratives, Tabernacle Architecture & The Apocalypse – Historie des Ouden en
Technique
Engraving
Signature
Plate signed
Country of origin
Netherlands
Year
1700
Condition
Good condition
Height
42 cm
Width
26 cm
Depiction/theme
Religion
Style
Baroque
Sold with frame
No
Period
18th century
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