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Courtyard of a castle, by Augustin Hirschvogel, 1546

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Overview

Courtyard of a castle is a 1546 by Augustin Hirschvogel, a Renaissance work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.

Who painted this?
Augustin Hirschvogel
When & what style?
1546 · Renaissance
Where can I see it?
Cleveland Museum of Art

About this work

This image shows a courtyard of a castle, with a tall tower on the left and a few buildings in the background. The courtyard is empty, with some trees and bushes scattered around. The painting is done in a detailed style, with many lines and textures visible. The artist has used a range of techniques to create depth and atmosphere in the scene. If you're interested in learning more about the Renaissance movement, you might want to explore the work of other artists from this time period.

About the artist

Portrait of Augustin Hirschvogel
Artist

Augustin Hirschvogel

Augustin Hirschvogel (1503 – February 1553) was a German artist, mathematician, and cartographer known primarily for his etchings.

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