Philips Galle Collection (#2)

Plate 2: Jupiter; statue of the nude god seated on an eagle, holding a double trident; from Statues of Roman Gods after Jacques Jonghelinck, 1586

Plate 7: Diana; statue of the nude goddess standing on a socle, wearing a crescent moon in her hair and holding a bow and arrow; from Statues of Roman Gods after Jacques Jonghelinck, 1586

Revival Dorcas Tabita Acts Apostles series title
Revival of Dorcas (Tabita) Acts of the Apostles (series title) Acta Apostolorum (series title), In the foreground, the Apostle Peter is asked to pray for Dorcas (Tabita), a woman who recently died

Avarice (Avaritia) from the series The Seven Deadly Sins, 1558. Creator: Philip Galle
Avarice (Avaritia) from the series The Seven Deadly Sins, 1558. After Pieter Bruegel the Elder

Christ and the Disciples on the Way to Emmaus, 1571. Creator: Philip Galle
Christ and the Disciples on the Way to Emmaus, 1571

Charity (Charitas) from The Virtues, 1559. Creator: Philip Galle
Charity (Charitas) from The Virtues, 1559

Faith (Fides) from The Virtues, ca. 1559-60. Creator: Philip Galle
Faith (Fides) from The Virtues, ca. 1559-60

The Infant Christ, from Allegorical Scenes on the Life of Christ, from Christian and Profane Allegories

Benedicta tu in Mulieribus, from Christian and Profane Allegories

Dissension in the Church (Dissidium in Ecclesia), ca. 1578. Creator: Hendrik Goltzius
Dissension in the Church (Dissidium in Ecclesia), ca. 1578

The Eight Beatitudes, ca. 1578. Creator: Hendrik Goltzius
The Eight Beatitudes, ca. 1578

Ave Maria, from Allegorical Scenes on the Life of Christ, from Christian and Profane Allegories

Cura Dei Pro Suis, from Allegories of the Christian Faith, from Christian and Profane Allegories

Bust of Bacchus surrounded by strapwork, from the series Deorum dearumque, a set of images of deities after coins in the collection of Abraham Ortelius, 1573

Bust of Janus surrounded by strapwork, from the series Deorum dearumque, a set of images of deities after coins in the collection of Abraham Ortelius, 1573

Bust of Sol surrounded by strapwork, from the series Deorum dearumque, a set of images of deities after coins in the collection of Abraham Ortelius, 1573

Arion on a Dolphin surrounded by a Border decorated with Sea Creatures, from a Set of Circular Designs with Sea Gods, 1580-1600

New Inventions of Modern Times [Nova Reperta], The Discovery of America, plate 1, ca. 1600

Venus and Adonis, from the series The Story of Adonis, ca. 1579. ca. 1579
Venus and Adonis, from the series The Story of Adonis, ca. 1579

Europa, from Prosopographia, ca. 1585-90. ca. 1585-90. Creator: Philip Galle
Europa, from Prosopographia, ca. 1585-90

Plate 1: Saturn; statue of the nude god standing on a socle, holding a scythe in his right hand and a child in his left; from Statues of Roman Gods after Jacques Jonghelinck, 1586

Jonadab Counselling Amnon, from The Story of Tamar and Amnon, plate 1, 1559. 1559
Jonadab Counselling Amnon, from The Story of Tamar and Amnon, plate 1, 1559

Man Born to Toil, from The Reward of Labour and Diligence, plate 1, 1572. 1572
Man Born to Toil, from The Reward of Labour and Diligence, plate 1, 1572

Baptism, from the series The Seven Sacraments, 1576. 1576. Creator: Philip Galle
Baptism, from the series The Seven Sacraments, 1576

The Visitation, the Virgin and Saint Elizabeth embracing in the center, flanked by other figures, after Barocci, 1589

Neptunus, 1586. Creator: Philip Galle
Neptunus, 1586. Series: Sea and River Gods, pl. 2

Tamesis, 1586. Creator: Philip Galle
Tamesis, 1586. Series: Sea and River Gods, pl. 17

Ligeris, 1586. Creator: Philip Galle
Ligeris, 1586. Series: Sea and River Gods, pl. 15

Acheolus, 1586. Creator: Philip Galle
Acheolus, 1586. Series: Sea and River Gods, pl. 8

Clock Makers Clockmakers Clockmaker Clock Maker
Clock makers in Holland in the late 16th century. After an engraving by Philips Galle

Artists impression of The Mausoleum at Halicarnassus or Tomb of Mausolus, a tomb built between 353 and 350 BC at Halicarnassus (present Bodrum, Turkey) for Mausolus, a satrap in the Persian Empire

Cimmerian Sibille Sibylla Cvmana title object
Cimmerian Sibille Sibylla Cvmana (title on object) Sibillen (series title), The Cimmerian Sibille, an old woman, sits on a pedestal. She is holding a book

King Cyrus Daniel statue god Bel Van den Bel
King Cyrus shows Daniel the statue of the god Bel Van den Bel and den Draeck in Babel (series title) History of Daniel, Bel and the dragon (series title) Den Grooten Figuer-Bibel (...) (series title)

Daniel lions den Van den Bel den Draeck Babel
Daniel in the lions den Van den Bel and den Draeck in Babel (series title) History of Daniel, Bel and the dragon (series title) Den Grooten Figuer-Bibel (...) ( series title)

sloth crushed Poverty Deficiency Story series title
The sloth is crushed by Poverty and Deficiency Story of the sloth (series title) Thesaurus sacrarum historiaru [m] veteris testame [n] ti

King Josia destroyed temples Astarte Kemos Milkom History
King Josia destroyed the temples of Astarte, Kemos and Milkom History of King Josia (series title) Thesaurus sacrarum historiaru [m] veteris testame [n] ti

Sloth lying under tree harvesting Sloth story
Sloth lying under a tree during harvesting Sloth story (series title) Thesaurus sacrarum historiaru [m] veteris testame [n] ti

King Cyrus Daniel statue god Bel History Bel
King Cyrus shows Daniel the statue of the god Bel History of Daniel, Bel and the dragon (series title) Thesaurus sacrarum historiaru [m] veteris testame [n] ti

Sadrach Mesach Abednego thrown fire History series title
Sadrach, Mesach and Abednego are thrown into the fire History of Sadrach, Mesach and Abednego (series title) Thesaurus sacrarum historiaru [m] veteris testame [n] ti

sloth lies under tree harvesting sloth story
The sloth lies under a tree during harvesting The sloth story (series title), In a hilly landscape, farmers are the grain harvest. Four men thresh the grain

Daniel reveals deception Bel priests History
Daniel reveals the deception of Bel priests History of Daniel, Bel and the dragon (series title) Thesaurus sacrarum historiaru [m] veteris testame [n] ti

King Cyrus breaks image Bel pieces History Daniel
King Cyrus breaks the image of Bel to pieces History of Daniel, Bel and the dragon (series title) Thesaurus sacrarum historiaru [m] veteris testame [n] ti

Cyrus throws Daniels prosecutors lions den History
Cyrus throws Daniels prosecutors into the lions den History of Daniel, Bel and the dragon (series title) Thesaurus sacrarum historiaru [m] veteris testame [n] ti

fish spits Jonah land History Jonah series title
The fish spits Jonah on the land History of Jonah (series title) Thesaurus sacrarum historiaru [m] veteris testame [n] ti

Portrait Adam Sasbout Adamvs Sasbovtivs Delfvs Franciscanvs
Portrait of Adam Sasbout Adamvs Sasbovtivs Delfvs Franciscanvs (title on object) Portraits of famous Dutch and Flemish scholars (series title)

Portrait Franciscus Modius Franciscvs Modivs Brvgensis
Portrait of Franciscus Modius Franciscvs Modivs Brvgensis (title on object) Famous Dutch writers (series title) Bibliotheca Belgica (series title), Portrait of Franciscus Modius

Outer ornamental considered important inner well
Outer ornamental is considered more important than inner well-being. Allegories about human care for the body and the neglect of the soul (series title)

Portrait Gabriel van der Muyden Gabriel Mvdaevs Brechtanvs I. C
Portrait of Gabriel van der Muyden Gabriel Mvdaevs Brechtanvs I.C. (title on object) Famous writers from the Netherlands (series title) Bibliotheca Belgica (series title)

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"Exploring the Artistic World of Philip Galle: A Journey through Time and Emotions" Step into the captivating world of Philip Galle, a renowned artist whose works have left an indelible mark on art history. From his iconic religious depictions to his exploration of human vices and virtues, Galle's creations offer a window into the complexities of the human experience. In "The Parable of the Good Shepherd, " created in 1565, Galle masterfully portrays compassion and protection as he depicts Jesus carrying a lost sheep on his shoulders. This powerful image serves as a reminder of divine love and guidance. "The Death of the Virgin, " completed in 1574, showcases Galle's ability to capture profound grief and sorrow. Through delicate brushstrokes and meticulous attention to detail, he conveys both reverence for Mary's passing and humanity's universal experience with loss. Galle delves further into human emotions with "Anger (Ira)" from his series on The Seven Deadly Sins. Created in 1558, this artwork exposes our innate capacity for rage while urging us to reflect upon its destructive consequences. Similarly, "Lust (Luxuria), " also part of The Seven Deadly Sins series, confronts viewers with their own desires. With striking imagery that evokes sensuality intertwined with danger, Galle challenges society's relationship with temptation. Contrasting these intense emotions is "Sloth (Desidia), " another piece from The Seven Deadly Sins series. Here, Galle captures lethargy through languid figures draped over furniture—a poignant reflection on apathy that encourages introspection. Envy takes center stage in "Envy (Invidia), " where Galle explores this insidious emotion that can poison relationships. Through intricate details highlighting facial expressions filled with resentment and longing glances at others' possessions or achievements—Galle prompts viewers to examine their own hearts.