Ain Briester von Neunhe ...

c. 1503

Master of the Miracles of Mariazell

Associated Names
Master of the Miracles of Mariazell

Artist, German, active early 16th century

This is a drawing of a religious and allegorical scene. A group of figures is depicted in a wooded landscape, interacting with each other. A sacred apparition appears above them, featuring a holy figure with a child within a radiant halo. The foreground shows expressive figures in dynamic poses and historical attire. The landscape includes trees, clouds, and rocks, adding depth to the scene. The precise line work enhances the drama. There is text in German at the bottom providing a narrative context.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    woodcut on laid paper

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Dimensions

    sheet: 26.5 × 18 cm (10 7/16 × 7 1/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1964.8.1252

  • Series Title

    The Miracles of Mariazell

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Princes of Liechtenstein, Vienna; (William Schab, New York); purchased by Lessing J. Rosenwald [1891-1979], 1959; gift to NGA, 1964.

Associated Names

Inscriptions

Lettered LC: Ain Briester von Neünhofen ward gefangen/ und schwärlich mit ketten und strickhen gepunden. Als er sich gen Zell verheiss/ ward Er an all menschlich hilff von stundan ledig und khamb davon.

Wikidata ID

Q65511276

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