Artwork
The Seven Vices: Wrath
The Seven Vices: Wrath is a print by the Renaissance artist Hans Burgkmair I. It dates from 1510 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
- Accession no.
- 1923.256
- Credit line
- Charles W. Harkness Endowment Fund
About this work
Overview
The Seven Vices: Wrath is a print by Hans Burgkmair, dated to around 1510, and is part of the collection at The Cleveland Museum of Art.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a bearded, armored man standing on a roaring lion, with a sword in hand and a furious expression, embodying the vice of wrath.
Technique & Style
The image is characterized by its detailed and realistic rendering, with intricate textures and shading that create a sense of depth.
Context
This work is associated with the Renaissance movement, a cultural and artistic phenomenon that emphasized classical influences and humanistic themes.
Artist & collection
Christian II of Denmark
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