Bookplate of Dominicus Frauenfelder

Deutsche Grafik 1500–1563, circa 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.
Artista
Deutsche Grafik 1500–1563
Datazione
circa 1500
Tipologia
Stampa
Tecnica
woodcut, hand-colored in yellow, green, black, and brown on laid paper
Dimensioni
8,8 × 8 cm
Collezione
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licenza
Pubblico dominio, CC0

Descrizione dell’immagine

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