Artwork
Life of the Virgin: Title Page
Life of the Virgin: Title Page is a print by the Renaissance artist Albrecht Dürer. It dates from 1511 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
Albrecht Dürer created the print 'Life of the Virgin: Title Page' in 1511. It is the title page for a series of prints depicting scenes from the life of the Virgin Mary.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a woman, likely the Virgin Mary, seated on a crescent moon, cradling a swaddled infant. The scene is symbolic, with the crescent moon and the woman's attire conveying reverence and mystique.
Technique & Style
The work showcases Dürer's skill in printmaking, featuring intricate lines and detailed textures. The radiating lines and scattered stars in the background create a sense of depth and atmosphere.
History & Provenance
The print is part of a series by Dürer that explores religious themes, and it is now held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
Artist & collection
Artist
Albrecht Dürer spent his life in Nuremberg, a busy German city where artists traded prints like currency.
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The Madonna on the Crescent
Holy Family with the Butterfly
The Virgin on a Crescent
The Holy Family with the Butterfly
The Life of the Virgin
The Fall and Redemption of Man: The Virgin as Queen of Heaven
The Holy Family with the Mayfly
The Virgin and Child with the Pear
The Virgin in a Landscape
Virgin on a Crescent with a Starry Crown
The Holy Family with Saint Anne and Saint Joachim
The Holy Family with St. Anne and Joachim