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1568

Jost Amman, after Wenzel Jamnitzer I

Associated Names
Jost Amman

Artist, Swiss, 1539 - 1591

Wenzel Jamnitzer I

Artist After, German, 1508 - 1585

This drawing features an ornate symmetrical design with a central leaf surrounded by decorative elements. The ornamentation includes natural and classical motifs, such as scrollwork, fruits, flowers, and mythological figures. The central focus is a large heart-shaped leaf with visible veins. The upper portion includes vases with flowers and a goat head, while small figures holding flowers are on either side. Lower elements like scythes, a sickle, and baskets suggest harvest and nature's cycle. Fine lines and high contrast contribute to the precision of the composition.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching on laid paper [proof without text]

  • Credit Line

    Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund

  • Dimensions

    sheet: 25.9 x 17.9 cm (10 3/16 x 7 1/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    2011.78.1

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    New Hollstein, book 44.12, no. 2615, proof

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Princes of Waldburg Wolfegg, Wolfegg (Lugt 2542); (Stanza del Borgo, Milan); purchased 2011 by NGA.

Associated Names

Bibliography

1949

  • Hollstein, F.W.H. et al. German engravings, etchings and woodcuts ca. 1400-1700. 8 vols. Amsterdam: Menno Hertzberger, 1954-1868. Dutch and Flemish etchings, engravings and woodcuts, ca. 1450-1700. Vols. I-XV, XVIII, XIX. Amsterdam: Menno Hertzberge

1996

  • The New Hollstein German Engravings, Etchings and Woodcuts, 1400-1700. (Jost Amman, Gero Seelig, author). Rotterdam: Sound & Vision Interactive, 1996-, book 44.12, no. 2615, proof.

Inscriptions

lower right in plate: BV

Watermarks

shield with crown

Wikidata ID

Q76558298

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