Artwork
Revelation of St. John: Beast with Ram's Horns
Revelation of St. John: Beast with Ram's Horns 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's Revelation of St. John: Beast with Ram's Horns is a 1511 engraving that depicts a dramatic scene from the Book of Revelation. It is part of a series of prints illustrating the apocalypse.
Subject & Meaning
The print shows a complex scene with multiple figures and creatures, including a crowned figure, a beast with ram's horns, and angels. The imagery is drawn from the Book of Revelation, reflecting Dürer's engagement with religious themes.
Technique & Style
The engraving is characterized by sharp lines and deep shadows created through shading. Dürer's mastery of printmaking is evident in the detailed rendering of the scene, with multiple figures and creatures packed into a small space.
Artist & collection
Artist
Albrecht Dürer spent his life in Nuremberg, a busy German city where artists traded prints like currency.
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