Three Buckles of Girdles Side by Side

1536

Heinrich Aldegrever

Associated Names
Heinrich Aldegrever

Artist, German, 1502 - 1555/1561

This is a drawing of ornamental designs featuring intricate motifs. The drawing shows three distinct symmetrical designs that appear to be architectural or decorative motifs. Each design consists of elaborate scrollwork and foliage forms intertwined with human faces. The faces emerge from the leafy forms, adding a mystical and classical effect. The central motif features a nude torso with arms that blend into the surrounding decorative elements, giving the illusion that the human form is part of the spiraling leaves. Above these motifs, the initials "AG" can be seen, and the date "1536" is inscribed. The designs are drawn in monochrome, with strong lines and shading to create depth and contrast.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    engraving

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Accession Number

    1943.3.304

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    New Hollstein, no. 258, 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. 258, state only.

Wikidata ID

Q64957515

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