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Letter E

Hans Lützelburger after Hans Holbein the Younger

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of an ornate letter "E". The image shows an elaborate woodcut design with the letter "E" at its center, surrounded by intricate figures and elements. A skeleton figure is positioned to the left side of the letter. Opposite the skeleton, there is a heavily robed individual, possibly holding a large curved object. The design within this letter is in a style reminiscent of late medieval or early Renaissance woodcut illustrations.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1523
Medium
woodcut
Dimensions
1928 × 1939 px
Public Domain
Yes
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