Christoffel Plantijn

Christoffel Plantijn (Flemish, 1520–1589) has 36 public-domain artworks in the Archive Lane archive, each available as a digital download or a made-to-order print.

Christophe Plantin was a French Renaissance humanist and book printer and publisher who resided and worked in Antwerp. He established in Antwerp one of the most prominent publishing houses of his time, the Plantin Press. It played a significant role in making Antwerp a leading centre of book publishing in Europe. The publishing house was continued by his successors until 1867.

Biography adapted from Wikipedia (CC BY-SA 4.0).

At a glance

Most of Christoffel Plantijn's work on the site falls under Prints (31).

By movement, it's catalogued as Baroque (14), Renaissance (6).

Culture: Dutch (10), German (2).

By orientation: 36 portrait.

Dated work in this group ranges from 1571 to 1583.

Other Flemish artists of the period

Artists from the same country and generation, also in the archive:

• Joris Hoefnagel — 883 artworks
• Stradanus — 133 artworks
• Hans Bol — 118 artworks
• Jan van der Straet — 115 artworks
• Jacob Hoefnagel — 43 artworks
• Paul Bril — 40 artworks
• Denys Calvaert — 31 artworks
• Frans Floris — 28 artworks

Prints of these artworks

As well as a free preview and digital download, each of these 36 artworks can be ordered printed, rolled or framed, made to order and shipped locally from $21.99.

Sizes and framing

Sizes are listed in inches and centimetres, with up to 26 sizes available depending on the print type, from small desk pieces up to large statement pieces. A size that doesn't match this artwork's own proportions is centred and trimmed to fit, and each print type's page states exactly how much of the image that removes.

Framed Canvas and Framed Print orders are available in 8 frame colours (Black, White, Natural, Gold, Walnut, Silver, Dark Grey, Light Grey); Canvas and Rolled Canvas have no frame and no glass.

Frequently asked questions

How many Christoffel Plantijn artworks does Archive Lane have?

36 public-domain artworks by Christoffel Plantijn are catalogued on Archive Lane, each available as a free preview, a digital download, or a made-to-order print.

What nationality was Christoffel Plantijn?

Christoffel Plantijn is catalogued as Flemish (born 1520, died 1589).

Can I download these as digital files?

Yes, every artwork can be previewed for free and downloaded as the original high-resolution file with a one-off purchase or a membership.

Can these be printed and framed?

Yes, any artwork here can be ordered as a Canvas, Rolled Canvas, Framed Canvas or Framed Print, made to order and shipped locally.

Is this art really public domain?

Yes. Every artwork on Archive Lane is in the public domain, meaning the original copyright has expired, so it can be reproduced and sold as a print without a licence from the artist's estate.

Can I filter this list?

Yes, use the filters above the grid to narrow by artist, colour, orientation and, where available, movement or room.