Who painted Playing Card?

Playing Card was painted by German 15th Century in 1401.

Where can I see Playing Card?

Playing Card is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Playing Card?

Playing Card is associated with Renaissance.

Artwork

Playing Card

German 15th Century , 1401

Playing Card is an ink print by the Renaissance artist German 15th Century. It dates from 1401 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art. This print is a hand-colored woodcut depicting a single figure.

About this work

Overview

This print is a hand-colored woodcut depicting a single figure. The artwork is rendered on aged paper, showing signs of wear.

Subject & Meaning

The figure wears a long robe and hat, holding an open fan. The simple facial features include large eyes and a subtle smile. The robe's pattern is achieved through bold black lines and dots, suggesting a textile design.

Technique & Style

The print was created using a woodcut technique, where a design is carved into wood and then colored by hand. The resulting image features characteristic bold lines and a distinctive aesthetic.