Artwork
Albrecht Durer
Albrecht Durer is an ink print by the Renaissance artist Melchior Lorch. It dates from 1550 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
- Inscription
- Inscribed:lower left, on fictive sheet of paper, in plate: (To whom the Apollonian gods bestowed their gifts, the man whom learned Athena nourished at her own breast. Such a man you see here, with his visage and comely hair. He lived for fifty-six years. / On the image of Albrecht Dürer. [translation from Bartrum, Giulia (ed). "Albrecht Dürer and his Legacy," exh. cat., British Museum, London, 2002, no.14, pp. 87-88.])
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Overview
This engraving, created by Melchior Lorch in 1550, is a portrait of Albrecht Dürer. It is a black-and-white print featuring intricate details.
Subject & Meaning
The portrait depicts Dürer's head turned to the side, with a serious expression and detailed hair and beard. Latin text and a hand holding a scroll are included at the bottom.
Technique & Style
Fine lines are used to create texture, particularly in the hair and beard, showcasing the artist's skill with engraving techniques.
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