Theodor Galle; Jan van der Straet

Theodor Galle and Jan van der Straet were prominent collaborators in early 17th-century European printmaking. Galle typically functioned as the engraver and publisher, translating the designs of Straet into graphic art. Their documented active period includes the year 1613, placing their output firmly within the Baroque era of Northern European engraving.

The artists’ collaborative focus centered on producing high-quality prints and series. Fifteen of their prints are represented in museum collections, confirming their importance to the graphic arts of the period. These works are held by institutions such as the National Gallery of Art. Specific examples of their documented output include the religious subjects Abdias, Aggaeus, Amos, Baruch, and Daniel.

Given the age of their work, many of the Theodor Galle; Jan van der Straet prints are now considered public domain, allowing for widespread study and dissemination. The enduring technical skill demonstrated in these pieces ensures continued academic interest, with many finding the works available as downloadable artwork for scholarly review or reproduction.