Fourth Knot
1495
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1495
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This image shows a round, black-and-white design with tangled lines forming knots and swirls. In the center, the letters "VICIT" and "LE" are woven into the pattern. Around the edges, small shapes like flowers and crosses peek out. Four small pieces at the corners look like they were cut from the same sheet. The design is made by carving into metal and pressing it onto paper—this is called engraving. The lines are so precise they create shadows and depth. Look up engraving to see how artists like this made their marks.