Nuremberg

1502

German 16th Century

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The image depicts a detailed engraving of a medieval cityscape, showcasing the city of Nuremberg from an elevated point of view. The view encompasses the rooftops, buildings, walls, and towers. The horizon is filled with church spires, towers, and fortifications following the city's layout. The engraving displays intricate detail with fine lines, typical of such artworks. The color palette is monochromatic with sepia tones. A river with a wooden bridge, flanked by paths and rustic structures, is seen in the foreground. The city is densely packed with buildings suggesting a busy urban area. Towered fortifications of the city walls encircle the city in the background.

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Artwork overview


Artwork history & notes

Exhibition History

1971

  • Fifteenth- and Sixteenth-Century Prints from the Rosenwald Collection, Saint John's College, Santa Fe, NM, 1971, no catalogue.

  • Fifteenth- and Sixteenth-Century Prints from the Rosenwald Collection, Mary Washington College of the University of Virginia, Fredericksburg, VA, 1971, no. 7, repro.

Wikidata ID

Q65216106

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