Jan van de Velde Willem Buytewech

Jan van de Velde Willem Buytewech was an artist active in printmaking during the period spanning 1593 to 1622. Their documented output, consisting exclusively of prints, is preserved in major international museum collections, establishing their contribution to early modern European graphic arts.

Thirteen prints attributed to Jan van de Velde Willem Buytewech are currently represented in museum holdings. A primary focus of their work was the depiction of allegorical and elemental themes, most prominently featured in the series The Four Elements. Individual prints from this body of work include Air, Earth, Fire, and Water. A specific variation, Air (with a view of Haarlem), further illustrates their exploration of geographical settings within allegorical contexts.

The scholarly importance of their work is affirmed by its inclusion in major American institutions, including the Art Institute of Chicago and the National Gallery of Art. These holdings ensure the preservation and accessibility of Jan van de Velde Willem Buytewech prints. Many of these historical images are now in the public domain and are often reproduced as high-quality prints for art historical study and collection, sometimes available as downloadable artwork.