Artwork
New ABC Booklet: Title Page
New ABC Booklet: Title Page is a print by the Baroque artist Lucas Kilian. It dates from 1627 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
New ABC Booklet: Title Page is a 1627 engraving by Lucas Kilian, a German artist from Augsburg. This intricate title page showcases Kilian's engraving prowess, characteristic of his work during this period.
Subject & Meaning
The print's central element is a large, ornate letter 'A', surrounded by smaller text, including the abbreviation 'ABC' and the artist's name, Lucas Kilian. The design is framed by elaborate swirling patterns, reflecting the Baroque aesthetic.
Technique & Style
Executed in black and white, the engraving features stylized, looping text and detailed, curvilinear motifs that fill the page, exemplifying Kilian's skill in capturing intricate designs through engraving.
History & Provenance
Created in 1627, the work is now part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection, highlighting its enduring value as an example of early 17th-century German engraving.
Artist & collection
Artist
Lucas Kilian (Lucas Kilianus Augustanus; 1579–1637) was a German engraver and etcher from the Kilian family of engravers in Augsburg.
