Artwork

Sheet with Flower and Diamond Pattern

Sheet with Flower and Diamond Pattern, by German 16th Century, ink, 1550
Sheet with Flower and Diamond Pattern, by German 16th Century, ink, 1550

Sheet with Flower and Diamond Pattern is an ink print by the Renaissance artist German 16th Century. It dates from 1550 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Sheet with Flower and Diamond Pattern is a print created using the woodcut technique. It features a repeating design on a light beige background.

Subject & Meaning

The print displays a pattern of flowers and diamonds, with flowers centered within diamonds and small leaves filling the gaps between them. The arrangement is balanced and decorative.

Technique & Style

The woodcut method was used to produce the print, involving the carving of a design into wood and subsequent printing. The artist employed sharp lines to achieve a precise and clean visual effect.

Artist & collection

Portrait of German 16th Century

Artist

German 16th Century

A German artist from the late 1500s drew lively scenes of knights clashing in parades and mock battles.

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