Thobie 2 CAP
1543
Medium
engraving
Dimensions
63; 101
About this artwork
collector's mark: Lugt 240
Art Historical Context
Georg Pencz's *Thobie 2 CAP* (1543) is a exquisite example of Renaissance engraving from the Nuremberg school. Pencz, one of the celebrated "Little Masters," was a master engraver whose small-scale works rivaled the grandeur of larger paintings. Active in the 16th century, he inspiration from Albrecht Dürer and Italian artists, blending Northern precision with classical elegance. This piece, measuring just 63 × 101 mm, showcases his virtuosity in capturing fine details on a miniature canvas. Engraving as a medium was revolutionary in Pencz's era, allowing intricate designs to be reproduced af...
About the Artist
Georg Pencz · 1490–1550
Comment on works: Religious; History; Portraits