A Couple of Lovers Seated

1529

Heinrich Aldegrever

Associated Names
Heinrich Aldegrever

Artist, German, 1502 - 1555/1561

The image shows two individuals seated closely together on a bench. The man on the left is in profile view, while the woman on the right faces forward. The man has distinct facial features with a large nose and mustache, and his hair is short and wavy. He is wearing a detailed garment with what appears to be thick, ornate fabric and a feathered hat or shoulder piece. The woman has a serene expression, with smooth facial features, and she wears her long hair swept back and flowing behind her. Her attire appears to be an elegant, patterned dress with ruffles and a high outfit with laces on the sleeves. She holds a small object in her right hand. The man holds a small goblet or cup in his left hand and another unidentifiable object in the other. Both wear decorative jewelry—bracelets and rings are visible. In the background, there is a pattern that suggests wooden or panel structures. The image has an intricate engraver's style, with detailed shading and texture throughout. The date "1529" and the initials "AG" are inscribed in the background.

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Artwork overview

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Accession Number

    1943.3.284

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    New Hollstein, no. 173, 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. 173, sate only.

Wikidata ID

Q64957466

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