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Albrecht Dürer, probabilmente circa 1496/1498

This drawing features a surreal scene with celestial and terrestrial elements. It shows a landscape with an individual studying a scroll on land, illuminated by light from a radiant celestial face in the sky. Surrounding the central figure are symbolic elements including towering pillars, a sun-like visage, and a figure resembling an angel descending from the clouds. Natural elements such as trees, clouds, water with boats, and an aquatic creature are also depicted. An architectural element resembling a balcony is present in the sky. The drawing is detailed with strong line work and shading, capturing natural textures and fantastical iconography.
Artista
Albrecht Dürer
Datazione
probabilmente circa 1496/1498
Tipologia
Stampa
Tecnica
Xilografia su carta vergata
Dimensioni
sheet (trimmed to block): 40 × 28,6 cm
Collezione
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licenza
Pubblico dominio, CC0

Descrizione dell’immagine

This drawing features a surreal scene with celestial and terrestrial elements. It shows a landscape with an individual studying a scroll on land, illuminated by light from a radiant celestial face in the sky. Surrounding the central figure are symbolic elements including towering pillars, a sun-like visage, and a figure resembling an angel descending from the clouds. Natural elements such as trees, clouds, water with boats, and an aquatic creature are also depicted. An architectural element resembling a balcony is present in the sky. The drawing is detailed with strong line work and shading, capturing natural textures and fantastical iconography.

Albrecht Dürer