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Gothic Letter "d", by German 15th Century, ink, 1490

Gothic Letter "d"

German 15th Century

1490

ink

paper

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Gothic Letter "d" is a 1490 ink by German 15th Century, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?
German 15th Century
When & what style?
1490 · Renaissance
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Art

About this work

This image shows an engraving of a Gothic letter "d". The letter is tall and ornate, with intricate details and patterns. It has a pointed top and a curved base, with lines and shapes that resemble architecture. The letter is drawn in a detailed and realistic style, with cross-hatching used to create texture and depth. The overall effect is one of grandeur and elegance, as if the letter is a work of art in itself. If you like this style of art, you might want to check out more works from the Renaissance movement.

About the artist

Portrait of German 15th Century
Artist

German 15th Century

This 15th-century German artist carved vivid religious scenes into metal and wood, then hand-painted them in bright, symbolic colors.

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