A Renaissance Polymath
Hubert Goltzius was a multifaceted figure of the Habsburg Netherlands, operating as a painter, engraver, publisher, printer, and numismatist. Born in Venlo, he received his initial training from his father, an architect and painter. He later moved to Liège, where he studied painting and engraving at the academy of Lambert Lombard between 1544 and 1546. During this period, Lombard introduced him to the study of coins and numismatics.
In addition to his artistic pursuits, Goltzius worked as an art and antique dealer. He was also a writer and publisher with his own printshop in Bruges. His scholarly contributions to numismatics earned him recognition as the "father of ancient numismatics," and he even received the honorary title of Roman citizen for his work.
Artistic Works and Scholarly Contributions
As a painter, Goltzius delivered various works, including scenes of Cleopatra, an Ecce Homo, an Our Lord on the Cross, and a Christmas Night. His repertoire also included canvases depicting Adam and Eve, the Carrying of the Cross, and Lucretia. In 1557, he painted a Last Judgement for the city hall of Venlo.
His scholarly legacy is defined by his extensive research into Roman history through physical relics. Notable achievements include:
- The publication of Fasti magistratuum ettriumphorum Romanorum in 1566, providing a chronological overview of Rome based on coins and inscriptions.
- Conducting extensive study trips across Europe to document hundreds of coin collections.
- Collaborating with figures such as Abraham Ortelius and Marcus Laurinus on numismatic projects.
Vraag en antwoord
In welke historische periode werkte Hubert Goltzius?
Hubert Goltzius werkte in de Renaissance-periode. Deze periode plaatst het oeuvre van de kunstenaar in een historisch kader.
Kan ik de kunstwerken van Hubert Goltzius sorteren op kleur?
De werken van Hubert Goltzius kunnen op kleur worden verkend op de Sorteren op kleur pagina van de kunstenaar.
Is er een volledige lijst met kunstwerken van Hubert Goltzius?
Alle werken van Hubert Goltzius op deze website zijn te bekijken op de Alle kunstwerken pagina van de kunstenaar.
Waar kan ik de kunstwerken van Hubert Goltzius bekijken, gesorteerd op sfeer?
De werken van Hubert Goltzius kunnen per stemming worden bekeken op de Sfeercollectie pagina van de kunstenaar, waar de kunstwerken zijn gerangschikt op basis van hun vastgelegde stemmingen.
