Page Summary:
The inscriptions refer to the creators and executors of the artworks. Van Goyen conceptualized the top pastoral scene, while de Visscher engraved it. The lower image is titled "Ancient Tomb," illustrating a classical architectural structure.
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English Translation of this page:
"I van Goyen inventor." - This inscription indicates that the design or concept of the top artwork was originally created by van Goyen.
"I. de Visscher fecit." - This means "I. de Visscher made this," suggesting that de Visscher was responsible for the execution or engraving of the artwork.
"Tombeau Antique" - This translates to "Ancient Tomb," likely referring to the subject of the second image.
Translation Notes
1. "Inventor" is used in an artistic context to denote someone who came up with the concept or original design.
2. "Fecit" is Latin for "made it," commonly used in prints to credit the artist who executed the work.