Panoramic View of Nuremberg: Right Portion

1552

From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art

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Panoramic View of Nuremberg: Right Portion is a 1552 by Hanns Lautensack, a Renaissance work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.

Who painted this?: Hanns Lautensack
When & what style?: 1552 · Renaissance
Where can I see it?: Cleveland Museum of Art

About this work

This painting shows a panoramic view of Nuremberg, with a large field in the foreground and a cityscape in the background. The field is divided into rows, with people working in it. In the distance, you can see the city's buildings and towers. The painting is very detailed, with many small features that make it look realistic. The artist has used different shades of gray to create depth and texture. If you want to learn more about this style of painting, you might want to look into the Renaissance movement.