Playing Card
1550
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
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German 16th Century
A German artist from the late 1500s drew lively scenes of knights clashing in parades and mock battles.
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ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Playing Card is a 1550 ink by German 16th Century, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This image appears to be a worn, aged piece of paper with a faded design. The design features a grid of squares, each containing a unique symbol or pattern. Some of the symbols resemble playing cards, while others appear to be abstract shapes or motifs. The overall effect is one of decay and neglect, as if the paper has been exposed to the elements for a long time. Despite its worn condition, the design still retains a sense of elegance and sophistication. The use of a woodcut technique to create this image suggests a level of craftsmanship and attention to detail. To learn more about the art of woodcut printing, explore the technique of woodcut.
A German artist from the late 1500s drew lively scenes of knights clashing in parades and mock battles.
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