Frieze of Ornament
1536
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
About the artist
Artist
Johann Ladenspelder
Johann Ladenspelder (1542–1542) was an artist.
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ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Frieze of Ornament is a 1536 ink by Johann Ladenspelder, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This image shows a long, narrow scene with two figures in the center. One stands holding a bow, while the other kneels beside them. Around them, tiny people and animals fill the background, tangled in vines and leaves. The whole thing looks carved into a dark surface with white lines. The artist packed a lot into this small space—every corner has movement and life. The figures look like they’re part of a story, but it’s not clear what it is. If you like this style, look up engraving to see how artists used lines to create depth.
Johann Ladenspelder (1542–1542) was an artist.
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