Dancing Children

1535

Heinrich Aldegrever

Associated Names
Heinrich Aldegrever

Artist, German, 1502 - 1555/1561

This is a drawing of multiple nude, cherub-like figures dancing. The figures have intertwined arms and appear to be in a rhythmic motion. Their hair flows expressively, and their shaded, plump figures create a whimsical ambiance. The drawing is set against a simple, textured background that emphasizes the dynamic gathering in the foreground. The use of line work suggests an illustrative, almost sculptural quality to the image.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    engraving

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Dr. Paul J. Sachs

  • Accession Number

    1941.2.1

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    New Hollstein, no. 252, State only

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.

1996

  • The New Hollstein German Engravings, Etchings and Woodcuts, 1400-1700. (Heinrich Aldegreaver, Ursula Mielke, author). Rotterdam: Sound & Vision Interactive, 1996-, no. 252, state only.

Wikidata ID

Q64957310

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