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Fantasy of Perspectival Forms Set among Ruins

Lorenz Stör

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a complex arrangement of geometric shapes and lines, including circular forms, angular structures, and intersecting linear elements. This abstract artwork has elements reminiscent of architectural ruins, with towers, arches, and columns merging into a surreal cityscape. The foreground features spiral and cylindrical shapes resembling scrolls or rolled-up paper, while the background includes archways and architectural motifs resembling fragments of an ancient city. The interplay of familiar objects challenges the viewer's perception of space and form.

Artwork Details

Date
1567
Medium
woodcut on laid paper
Dimensions
3343 × 4491 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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