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Martin-von-Wagner-Museum

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The image shows an intricate black and white illustration. It depicts a seated man, a crowned woman holding a child, and an eagle. The man has curly hair and a beard, wearing draped robes and holding a writing quill. The woman wears a crown and her hair flows down her back. The child has curly hair and is seated on the woman's lap. They are surrounded by flowing garments that extend to a crescent moon. The background features decorative cloud formations and light rays. Elaborate calligraphic text appears above the illustration.
Albrecht Dürer, The Virgin Appearing to Saint John, 1510/1511, woodcut on laid paper, Gift of Philip Hofer, 1941.3.4

The Virgin Appearing to Saint John

Albrecht Dürer · 1510/1511 · woodcut on laid paper ·  Accession ID  1941.3.4

The image shows a man standing upright. He is in a dynamic pose, with one leg slightly forward and an arm raised. His head is slightly tilted, and he has a beard and short, wavy hair. The man is wearing intricately detailed armor with various patterns, scales, and textures. He holds a sword in his right hand, which is resting on the ground. The background includes fields, a small town, mountains, trees, and clouds in the sky.
Albrecht Altdorfer, The Standard Bearer, c. 1516/1518, woodcut on laid paper, Rosenwald Collection, 1943.3.378

The Standard Bearer

Albrecht Altdorfer · c. 1516/1518 · woodcut on laid paper ·  Accession ID  1943.3.378