After Joannes Stradanus (Flemish, 1532-1605) Engraving on Laid Paper, Ca. 1596, "Venationes Ferarum, Avium, Piscium: Plate 6", H 8" W 10" | Later Imp. Plate 6, Lion Hunt with Torches; in the foreground, to left, three men with shields and torches advance towards three lions; to right, the lions become ensnared in the net; to far left, a group of hunters, two on horseback. Printer: Jan Collaert II (DUTCH, 1571–1645), Published by: Philips Galle. Lettered within image: 'Ioan. Stradanus invent. / Ioan. Collaert sculp. / Phls Galle excu.' Lettered below image: Latin text arranged in two columns, 'As tu qui satagant validum illaqueare Leonem, Tædam alacres læva; dextra, quo avertere poꞵint. A facie flammam, gestant scutum: Leo flammæ Aspectum fugitans prætenta in retia currit.' Literature: New Hollstein (Dutch & Flemish) / The New Hollstein: Dutch and Flemish etchings, engravings and woodcuts 1450-1700; Baroni Vannucci 1997 / Jan van der Straet, detto Giovanni Stradano, flandrus pictor et inventor. With indiscernible partial watermark verso." Provenance: Property from a Chicago, IL private collector.

with all four corners missing (into the plate in the lower right), with time staining, scattered foxing, reverse foxing, soft handling creases, unframed. | Please note all lots show signs of wear commensurate with age and use, and the lack of a statement regarding condition does not imply the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from defects or the effects of aging. Unless otherwise stated, all information provided is the opinion of DuMouchelles' specialists. Should you have any specific questions regarding the condition of this lot, please use the “Request Condition Report” or “Ask a Question” buttons or email conditions@dumoart.com.

8 x 10 in