Endpaper with Animals

Johann Maisch

Associated Names
Johann Maisch

Artist, German, active c. 1820 - 1849

This is a drawing of multiple animals within framed sections. The image is composed of a grid pattern containing a variety of animals, each enclosed in individual rectangular panels. Each frame hosts a different animal depicted in a stylized, illustrative manner. The animals are set against a vibrant yellow backdrop with black ink linework. Each figure is detailed with exaggerated features, making them iconographic rather than realistic. The lower edge includes the text "J. MAISCH O NURNBERG." This illustration captures a broad spectrum of exotic and domestic animals in a rhythmic composition reminiscent of old zoological illustrations or children’s storytelling imagery.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    woodcut in black on bright yellow paper [restrike]

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Accession Number

    1943.3.8949


Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q65022281

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