Artwork
Title Page
Title Page is an ink print by the Northern Renaissance artist Albrecht Dürer. It dates from 1498 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Title Page is a woodcut print by Albrecht Dürer, created in 1498. It is executed in black ink on laid paper.
Subject & Meaning
The print features an ornate lettering arrangement spelling out 'Semper Augustus,' adorned with swirling foliage, crowns, and dots. The design reflects a style commonly used for book titles during that period.
Technique & Style
The woodcut's intricate details and pen-like quality belie its carved wooden origin. Thick, sharp letters are embellished with delicate swirls and leaves, showcasing Dürer's skill in translating drawn designs into relief prints.
Artist & collection
Artist
Albrecht Dürer spent his life in Nuremberg, a busy German city where artists traded prints like currency.
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