Artwork
Pride
Pride is an ink print by the Renaissance artist Jakob Binck. It dates from 1534 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Pride is a 1534 engraving on laid paper by Jakob Binck, depicting a scene of self-admiration through a bare-chested woman and her reflection.
Subject & Meaning
The engraving shows a woman, her hair loose, gazing at her reflection in a mirror with a slight smile, accompanied by a curious small dog. Her pose implies vanity or self-satisfaction, exploring the theme of pride.
Technique & Style
Binck utilized fine lines and nuanced shading techniques in the engraving to achieve depth and dimensionality in the black-and-white image.
History & Provenance
Created in 1534, the engraving's provenance details are not specified in available information.
Context
As a 16th-century engraving, 'Pride' reflects the era's interest in allegorical and moral subjects, potentially cautioning against vanity.
Legacy
While specific influences or notable exhibitions of 'Pride' are not detailed here, it contributes to the broader understanding of 16th-century printmaking and the thematic exploration of human virtues and vices.
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