Artwork
The Babylonian Whore
The Babylonian Whore is an ink print by the Northern Renaissance artist Albrecht Dürer. It dates from 1497 and is held in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
The Babylonian Whore is a woodcut print created by Albrecht Dürer around 1497. It is a representation of a biblical figure.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts the Whore of Babylon, a symbol of evil or sin, riding a beast with a city in the background. The woman is adorned in luxurious attire and wears a crown, signifying her power and wealth.
Technique & Style
The work is executed in woodcut, a technique that allows for detailed renderings. Dürer's use of intricate details conveys the subject's opulence, reflecting the artist's commentary on corruption and greed.
Artist & collection
Artist
Albrecht Dürer spent his life in Nuremberg, a busy German city where artists traded prints like currency.
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