Madonna on a Crescent

Master N.H. with the Dagger

Associated Names
Master N.H. with the Dagger

Artist, German, active first half 16th century

The image depicts a seated female figure holding a child, both surrounded by radiating lines. The female figure is positioned centrally, looking down at the child in her arms. She has long hair and wears a crown, a flowing gown, and holds a scepter. The child has curly hair and is looking up, clutching the adult figure. The background consists of intricate lines creating a halo effect. There are initials and a small sword in the bottom right corner.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    engraving

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Accession Number

    1947.7.86

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Bartsch, no. 1


Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1802

  • Bartsch, Adam. Le peintre graveur. 21 vols. Vienna, 1802-1821: Adam. Le peintre graveur. 21 vols. Vienna: J.V. Degen, 1802-1821.

Wikidata ID

Q65081213