Artwork
A Portico
A Portico is a print by Erhard Schön. It dates from 1526 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
A Portico is a print created by Erhard Schön around 1526. It depicts a covered walkway with arches and a tiled floor, rendered in a style characteristic of the German Renaissance.
Subject & Meaning
The print shows a portico with stone arches, a tiled floor, and a roof supported by wooden beams. A figure lies on a small table in a dimly lit area beyond the main archway, creating a sense of depth and inviting the viewer to explore the space.
Technique & Style
The work employs one-point perspective, with lines converging at a single point on the floor to create a sense of depth. Schön's style reflects the influence of Albrecht Dürer and the detailed, expressive qualities of German Renaissance printmaking.
History & Provenance
Erhard Schön, a German woodcut designer and painter, trained in his father's workshop and contributed to notable projects, including Dürer's Triumphal Arch and Theuerdank. The print is now held by The Cleveland Museum of Art.
Artist & collection
Artist
Erhard Schön (c. 1491–1542) was a German woodcut designer and painter. Schön was born in Nuremberg as the son of painter Max Schön III. He probably started to learn his trade as an artist in the workshop of his father.…
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