Jan van Vianen

Jan van Vianen was a printmaker documented as active in 1686. Biographical details regarding the artist are sparse, but his legacy is established through his consistent output of prints focusing on allegorical and mythological subjects, often centered on the figure of Amor (Cupid).

Van Vianen's work is represented in major museum collections, with fifteen prints preserved and cataloged in the Rijksmuseum. These works date to the late 17th century, reflecting the detailed and narrative approach characteristic of European printmaking of the period.

The artist employed etching and engraving techniques to create scenes such as Amor bij een boom die wind vangt, Amor bij een vogelval, and Amor bij een zonnebloem. Other notable works held in collections include Amor bij een vrouw die bloemen plukt and Amor bij twee vechtende hanen. Many of these historical Jan van Vianen prints are today considered public domain. Researchers and collectors utilize digitized versions of these works to access high-quality prints and downloadable artwork for historical study.