Theodor Galle Sir Peter Paul Rubens

The collaborative work of engraver Theodor Galle and designer Sir Peter Paul Rubens is documented across an active period spanning nearly two decades, from 1613 to 1632. Their joint output focused exclusively on sophisticated printmaking and detailed book illustration, reflecting the high standards of early seventeenth-century publishing.

Five specific prints resulting from this partnership are represented in institutional holdings, including the collection of the National Gallery of Art. The documented works primarily function as intricate title pages and border illustrations for significant scholarly and religious publications. Notable titles include the comprehensive Border Illustration for the Missale Romanum: The Tree of Jesse, the Title Page for François d'Aguilon's "Opticorum Libri Sex", and the Title Page for L. Annaei Senecae Philosophi Opera Qvae Exstant Omnia a Ivisto Lipsio.

These specific examples of Theodor Galle Sir Peter Paul Rubens prints confirm their stature in graphic arts history. As foundational works of illustration, the designs often transition into the public domain, allowing for widespread study. Their continued preservation in major collections ensures access to high-quality prints that exemplify the technical precision required for Baroque era engraving.