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“The Sixth Knot”. Interlaced Roundel with Seven Wreaths

After Leonardo da Vinci Italian
before 1521
Not on view
Embroidery pattern made up out of so-called knot work. The main pattern has a circular shape and is presented in white on a dark ground. The knotted ropes or straps form almost circular wreaths: one in the middle and six surrounding it. On all four corners another, leaf-shaped ornament has been added which sticks out of the circle. The leaves are filled with more knot work in white on the dark ground while swirling straps in black surround them.

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: “The Sixth Knot”. Interlaced Roundel with Seven Wreaths
  • Artist: Albrecht Dürer (German, Nuremberg 1471–1528 Nuremberg)
  • Artist: After Leonardo da Vinci (Italian, Vinci 1452–1519 Amboise) (or workshop)
  • Date: before 1521
  • Medium: Woodcut
  • Dimensions: sheet: 10 15/16 x 8 11/16 in. (27.8 x 22.1 cm)
    image: 10 1/2 x 8 1/4 in. (26.7 x 21 cm)
  • Classifications: Prints, Ornament & Architecture
  • Credit Line: Rogers Fund, 1918
  • Object Number: 18.13.4
  • Curatorial Department: Drawings and Prints

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