Clement de Jonghe

Clement de Jonghe was a printmaker active during the mid-seventeenth century, with his documented artistic period spanning the years 1640 to 1652. His known output consists exclusively of prints and engravings, reflecting the popular medium of the period.

Fifteen of Clement de Jonghe’s prints are currently represented in major museum collections. These works frequently address complex narrative and religious themes. A notable series focuses on the biblical story of Joseph, documented in the collections as copies of existing designs. Specific works in this narrative sequence include Joseph Telling His Dreams to Jacob, Joseph in Prison, and Potiphar's Wife Accuses Joseph. Other known prints in this set are Joseph Interpreting Pharoah's Dreams and Joseph and Potiphar's Wife.

The lasting significance of Clement de Jonghe prints is established by their preservation in prominent institutions, including the Metropolitan Museum of Art and the Cleveland Museum of Art. These holdings ensure the continued study and availability of his seventeenth-century work. Due to the age of these historical works, high-quality prints and related downloadable artwork are often accessible to the public domain.