Bry, Theodor de (1528-98)
Creator details
- Name
- Bry, Theodor de (1528-98)
- Nationality
- Flemish
- Biography
- Theodor de Bry was a Flemish engraver, publisher, and designer who lived from 1528 to 1598. He was born in Liege, Belgium, and trained as a goldsmith before moving to Antwerp to study under the renowned engraver and publisher Hieronymus Cock. In 1577, he moved to Frankfurt, where he established his own publishing house and produced a series of illustrated books on travel, exploration, and natural history. His most famous work is the "Grand Voyages," a collection of travel accounts and illustrations that documented the early European exploration of the Americas. De Bry's engravings were highly detailed and often included scenes of indigenous peoples and their customs, as well as depictions of flora and fauna. He was also known for his skill in designing ornamental borders and title pages. De Bry's work had a significant impact on the development of European cartography and the popularization of the New World in the 16th century.
