Israël Henriet

Israël Henriet was a printmaker active for more than five decades in the late 16th and early 17th centuries, with his known period of activity spanning 1590 to 1644. His documented output consists exclusively of prints, covering subjects ranging from military histories and genre scenes to portraiture and coastal views.

The works represented in major institutional collections illustrate the breadth of his thematic interests. Historical and military subjects are evidenced by his focused documentation of events, exemplified by the linked works The Siege of La Rochelle and The Siege of La Rochelle: Plate 14. Conversely, Peace and War: Cavalry Skirmish demonstrates his skill in dramatic genre scenes. Henriet also produced scenic topographical studies, such as the detailed etching Views of Sea Ports: View of the Italian Coast, alongside portraiture, seen in Catherine Kuttinger, Callot's Wife.

Six documented works by the artist are preserved in US museum collections, underscoring his contribution to early modern printmaking. Today, a selection of Israël Henriet prints is held at the National Gallery of Art and the Cleveland Museum of Art. The historical importance of these works means many of his compositions are now in the public domain, often accessible as high-quality prints for study.