Melchior Lorch

Lorck, Melchior
Lorichs, Melchior
Danish, 1526/1527 - 1583 or after

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The image shows a man's side profile view of his upper body and head. The man is facing to the right, showing his right side. He has pronounced facial features including a prominent nose and a thick, curled mustache. His hair is curly with a dense texture. He is wearing a high-collared garment with a visible ruffle around the collar. The garment appears to have a structured design typical of historic clothing. The background features fine line work for a textured effect, and there is a decorative border surrounding the oval frame of the portrait, with text inscribed around the edge.
Melchior Lorch, Hubert Goltzius, 1574, engraving on laid paper, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 2000.152.2

Hubert Goltzius

Melchior Lorch · 1574 · engraving on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2000.152.2
The image is a detailed woodcut illustration presenting a cityscape from a slightly elevated perspective. The horizon is near the top of the image, with rugged cliffs or rocky hills extending across the width. The illustration features fine line work with cross-hatching providing texture and shading to the buildings and natural elements. Closest to us are architectural structures of varying heights, including a building with a pointed roof and a minaret capped with a crescent. The skyline in the distance shows densely packed edifices, including towers and gabled roofs. On the left, a tall tree stands next to the built environment. The overall visual impact is a harmonious blend of urbanity with natural elements in stark black and white tones.
Melchior Lorch, Turkish Town, 1570, woodcut on laid paper, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 2005.65.1

Turkish Town

Melchior Lorch · 1570 · woodcut on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2005.65.1
The image depicts a narrow street with tall buildings on both sides. A rectangular building with a slanted roof is seen on the left, near a group of figures by an open doorway. In the middle distance to the right, a prominent minaret with a pointed top stands out. The horizon line is low, meeting a hilly landscape in the far distance filled with buildings. The artwork features precise linework typical of woodcut prints, with cross-hatching creating depth and shadow. The color palette is monochromatic, using the paper's natural color and dark ink lines for a dramatic effect.
Melchior Lorch, Turkish Town, 1570, woodcut on laid paper, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 2005.65.2

Turkish Town

Melchior Lorch · 1570 · woodcut on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2005.65.2
The image features a group of figures standing closely together in various stances and interacting. They have distinct facial features and different hairstyles. They are dressed in elaborate robes with intricate patterns, some wearing headpieces. One figure has a halo-like feature around their head. The background has a textured pattern of diagonal lines.
Melchior Lorch, Eight Ladies in Ancient Costumes, 1567/1573, pen and brown ink on laid paper, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 1971.66.7

Eight Ladies in Ancient Costumes

Melchior Lorch · 1567/1573 · pen and brown ink on laid paper ·  Accession ID  1971.66.7
The image depicts a profile portrait of a man with curly hair and a prominent beard. He is wearing formal attire with a high ruffled collar. The background features horizontal lines and below the portrait, there is a decorative element with calligraphic text and a compass-like design.
Melchior Lorch, Michael d'Aicing, 1565, engraving, Dr. and Mrs. Ronald R. Lubritz Fund, 1975.14.1

Michael d'Aicing

Melchior Lorch · 1565 · engraving ·  Accession ID  1975.14.1
The image features a detailed, monochrome scene with men in renaissance clothing, including one on horseback to the left, with a landscape of hills, buildings in the distance, and a figure under a tree on the right. Patterns, textures, and swirling clouds are depicted in detailed linework, creating a play of light and shadow.
Melchior Lorch, The King's Son, 1551, woodcut, Rosenwald Collection, 1946.21.193

The King's Son

Melchior Lorch · 1551 · woodcut ·  Accession ID  1946.21.193
The artwork by Albrecht Dürer depicts a profile portrait of a man with a prominent nose and a well-defined mustache and beard. His hair is long, flowing, and curly, cascading down in ringlets. He is dressed in a garment with a visible fur collar. The background is plain. At the top corners, the name "ALBRECHT DÜRER" is inscribed. Below the portrait, there is a section containing Latin text, stylized to resemble a scroll or a piece of parchment. The overall composition is finely detailed, showcasing Dürer's skill in rendering textures and intricate lines.
Melchior Lorch, Albrecht Durer, 1550, engraving, Rosenwald Collection, 1943.3.5722

Albrecht Durer

Melchior Lorch · 1550 · engraving ·  Accession ID  1943.3.5722
The image shows a muscular, nude male figure in a dynamic pose. He has his right leg folded at the knee, balancing on his toes, and his left leg extended back. His right arm is bent at the elbow and his left arm is fully extended forward. His head is turned to the left, with defined facial features and short, curly hair. The figure is wearing draped fabric around his lower back. The background includes grass-like vegetation at the bottom and a cityscape visible in the distance on the right side.
Melchior Lorch, The Crucified Man, 1550, engraving, Rosenwald Collection, 1950.1.108

The Crucified Man

Melchior Lorch · 1550 · engraving ·  Accession ID  1950.1.108
The image depicts a man seated behind a desk. He has rounded facial features and short, curly hair. He wears a dark robe with fur trim and holds a writing quill over an open book. Closed books are to his left and documents to his right. The background is plain with Latin text, a coat of arms, and a monogram signature in the scene.
Melchior Lorch, Martin Luther, 1548, engraving, Rosenwald Collection, 1943.3.5723

Martin Luther

Melchior Lorch · 1548 · engraving ·  Accession ID  1943.3.5723
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A Large Square

Melchior Lorch · 1570 · woodcut on laid paper ·  Accession ID  1996.33.1