Schelte Adamsz. Bolswert

Schelte Adamsz. Bolswert was an artist whose documented activity spans 1596. His known output is defined by religious and devotional prints, a significant body of which is preserved in major European collections.

Fifteen of his prints are currently represented in museum collections, confirming his focus on Christian iconography. These documented works frequently depict central figures and narratives from the New Testament and hagiography. Notable examples include the nativity scene depicted in Aanbidding door de herders and the representation of Christ in Christus als Salvator Mundi. His repertoire also encompasses complex Marian imagery, such as Gekroonde Maria en Christus and Gekroonde Maria met Kind met globe en scepter, alongside works exploring the lives of saints, exemplified by Heilige Agatha met afgesneden borst.

The historical importance of Schelte Adamsz. Bolswert is affirmed by the preservation of his work in institutional holdings, including the Rijksmuseum. These historical works are often released as downloadable artwork for scholarly research and appreciation. The availability of these high-quality prints ensures that Schelte Adamsz. Bolswert's contributions to late 16th-century printmaking remain accessible, with many of his religious studies having entered the public domain.