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Bosse, Abraham

3 works

The image shows five women sitting in a semi-circle around a fireplace. They have distinct facial features and varied hairstyles, and wear formal dresses. There is a table with lit candles, and some of the women appear to be holding books or documents. In the background, there is an ornate fireplace and a window with closed shutters showing a crescent moon. The room is elegantly decorated with wood paneling and textile wall hangings.

The Wise Virgins before the Fire

Bosse, Abraham

This is a drawing of an old printing press in action. It shows a detailed interior view of a print workshop with three individuals working with a large press. One person operates the press by turning a handle, another applies ink to a plate, and the third oversees or prepares paper. The workshop has a timber ceiling with exposed beams, shelves with bottles and containers, and framed artworks hanging on the walls. The caption at the bottom describes the printing process. The scene reflects the craftsmanship and labor of traditional printmaking.

The Intaglio Printers

Bosse, Abraham

The image shows a group of five women in a richly decorated interior. Each woman wears historical clothing with lace collars, voluminous skirts, and tight bodices. One standing woman holds a book, gesturing, while another sitting woman holds an open book. A third woman looks at a reflection or portrait. The hairstyles are styled in curls with ribbons or flowers. Some women wear earrings. The room has intricate woodwork, paintings, wallpaper or tapestries, a fireplace, and a small dog. Large windows reveal a landscape.

The Foolish Virgins Wasting Time

Bosse, Abraham