Artwork
Third Knot
Third Knot is a print by the Renaissance artist Albrecht Dürer. It dates from 1506 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
- Accession no.
- 1923.112
- Credit line
- Dudley P. Allen Fund
About this work
Overview
Third Knot is a print created by Albrecht Dürer around 1506. It is a characteristic example of his work in printmaking, a medium that contributed to his reputation across Europe.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a complex circular knot filled with intricate patterns, surrounded by decorative leafy motifs. The design showcases balance and complexity within a simple shape, reflecting a common theme in Renaissance art.
Technique & Style
The knot is rendered in black and white, with precise detailing that highlights Dürer's skill as a printmaker. The use of repeating shapes and symmetrical composition is typical of his style, which was influenced by his engagement with Italian artists and his focus on engravings.
Artist & collection
Artist
Albrecht Dürer spent his life in Nuremberg, a busy German city where artists traded prints like currency.
![Madonna and Child [obverse], by Albrecht Dürer](https://artifactworldgallery.com/img/albrecht-durer--madonna-and-child-obverse--d7b8ebf05d22ebe5-w320.webp)
![Lot and His Daughters [reverse], by Albrecht Dürer](https://artifactworldgallery.com/img/albrecht-durer--lot-and-his-daughters-reverse--b4ebf9b282faa17a-w320.webp)
- The Third Knot (with a black circle on a white medallion)
Fourth Knot
The Second Knot (with an oblong tablet)
The Fourth Knot (combining seven circular groups of knots with black centers)
The Sixth Knot (combining seven small systems of knots with black centers)
The First Knot (with a heart-shaped shield)
Sixth Knot