Ein new Modelbuch..., page 12 (recto)
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Design composed of 4 vertical columns. First column is decorated in the center with a flower that has curving stems of leaves and fruit. Second column is decorated in the center with a diamond-shaped interlace motif that connects curving vines of leaves. Third column is divided into 2 halves: upper half is decorated in the center with a vase that is flanked on both sides by a stag and lower half is decorated in the center with a pout of flowers that is flanked on both sides by a bird. Fourth column is divided into 2 halves: upper half is decorated with diamonds that each frame a 3-sided leaf at the center and lower half is decorated with a curving vine of leaves.
Artwork Details
- Title: Ein new Modelbuch..., page 12 (recto)
- Publisher: Johann Schönsperger the Younger (German, active 1510–30)
- Date: October 22, 1524
- Medium: Woodcut
- Dimensions: 7 5/16 x 5 3/8 in. (18.5 x 13.6 cm)
- Classifications: Books, Prints, Ornament & Architecture
- Credit Line: Gift of Herbert N. Straus, 1929
- Object Number: 29.71(23)
- Curatorial Department: Drawings and Prints
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