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New ABC Booklet:  S, by Lucas Kilian, 1627

New ABC Booklet: S

Lucas Kilian

1627

From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art

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Overview

New ABC Booklet: S is a 1627 by Lucas Kilian, a Baroque work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.

Who painted this?
Lucas Kilian
When & what style?
1627 · Baroque
Where can I see it?
Cleveland Museum of Art

About this work

This image is a page from a 17th-century book, featuring an ornate letter "S" in the center. The letter is intricately designed with swirling patterns and shapes, including a cherub on the left and a dragon on the right. The background of the page is a light color, which helps the dark lettering stand out. The level of detail in the design is impressive, with each element carefully crafted to create a sense of movement and energy. The use of contrasting colors adds depth and visual interest to the page. The Cleveland Museum of Art holds this artwork, which is a great example of Baroque art.

About the artist

Portrait of Lucas Kilian
Artist

Lucas Kilian

Lucas Kilian (Lucas Kilianus Augustanus; 1579–1637) was a German engraver and etcher from the Kilian family of engravers in Augsburg.

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