Who painted Exhortation Against Avarice?

Exhortation Against Avarice was painted by German 15th Century in 1472.

Where can I see Exhortation Against Avarice?

Exhortation Against Avarice is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Exhortation Against Avarice?

Exhortation Against Avarice is associated with Renaissance.

Artwork

Exhortation Against Avarice

German 15th Century , 1472

Exhortation Against Avarice is an ink print by the Renaissance artist German 15th Century. It dates from 1472 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Exhortation Against Avarice is a print made using the woodcut technique on laid paper, with added hand coloring. The work combines text and a small image within a decorative border.

Subject & Meaning

The print conveys a moral message, using a small image of a winged figure holding a scroll to reinforce its warning against avarice. The dense text, embellished with colored letters, presents a lesson or exhortation.

Technique & Style

The print features black ink lines on a yellowed paper background, with red and blue accents used for decoration. The woodcut technique allowed for mass production, while hand coloring added a touch of individuality to the work.