Theodoor Schaepkens

Theodoor Schaepkens was a graphic artist active during the early 19th century, with his recorded artistic period spanning 1825 to 1837. Schaepkens primarily focused on printmaking, utilizing techniques to produce works encompassing religious, literary, and portrait subjects.

Thirteen of Theodoor Schaepkens prints are documented in significant museum collections, establishing his place within the history of 19th-century graphic arts. His thematic range includes biblical scenes such as Maagd Maria en het Christuskind and two known versions of Hemelvaart van een heilige. Schaepkens also engaged with dramatic literature, demonstrated by his interpretation of the Shakespearean tragedy in Macbeth en Banquo ontmoeten de drie heksen. His capacity for portraiture is evidenced by the included print, Portret van Theodoor Schaepkens.

Key examples of his output are held by the Rijksmuseum, confirming his institutional importance. Given the age of the artist's active period, his work resides securely within the public domain, allowing institutions and enthusiasts access to high-quality prints.