Bookplate of Dominicus Frauenfelder

Deutsche Grafik 1500–1563, vers 1500

This is a drawing of a heraldic shield with botanical motifs. The image features a shield divided into two contrasting halves, each featuring an abstract branching coral-like design. The left side of the shield has a golden background with black designs, while the right side is predominantly black with a golden design. Surrounding the shield are ornamental plants and flowers rendered in shades of green and muted colors. The letters "D" and "F" are prominently placed, each on either side of the shield. The simplistic style of the drawing suggests a focus on symbolic representation and heraldic tradition.
Artiste
Deutsche Grafik 1500–1563
Datation
vers 1500
Catégorie
Estampe
Technique
woodcut, hand-colored in yellow, green, black, and brown on laid paper
Dimensions
8,8 × 8 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Domaine public, CC0

Description de l’image

This is a drawing of a heraldic shield with botanical motifs. The image features a shield divided into two contrasting halves, each featuring an abstract branching coral-like design. The left side of the shield has a golden background with black designs, while the right side is predominantly black with a golden design. Surrounding the shield are ornamental plants and flowers rendered in shades of green and muted colors. The letters "D" and "F" are prominently placed, each on either side of the shield. The simplistic style of the drawing suggests a focus on symbolic representation and heraldic tradition.

Deutsche Grafik 1500–1563