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Melencolia I, 1514 (engraving)
5863235 Melencolia I, 1514 (engraving) by DAorer or Duerer, Albrecht (1471-1528); 23.8x18.6 cm; Minneapolis Institute of Arts, MN, USA; eMinneapolis Institute of Art; The Ethel Morrison Van Derlip Fund, proceeds from the 2011 Minneapolis Print and Drawing Fair, the Richard Lewis Hillstrom Fund, gift of funds from Nivin MacMillan, the Winton Jones Endowment Fund for Prints and Drawings, and gift of Herschel V. Jones, gift of Mrs. Ridgely Hunt, and gift of Miss Eileen Bigelow and Mrs. O. H. Ingram, in memory of their mother, Mrs. Alice F. Bigelow, by exchange; German, out of copyright
Media ID 23569332
© Minneapolis Institute of Art The Ethel Morrison Van Derlip Fund, proceeds from the 2011 Minneapolis Print and Drawing Fair, the Richard Lewis Hillstrom Fund, gift of funds from Nivin MacMillan, the Winton Jones Endowment Fund for Prints and Drawings, and gift of Herschel V. Jones, gift of Mrs. Ridgely Hunt, and gift of Miss Eileen Bigelow and Mrs. O. H. Ingram, in memory of their mother, Mrs. Alice F. Bigelow, by exchange / Bridgeman Images
Angst Artistic Brooding Complex Creativity Depressed Depression Emotional Geometric Geometry Gloom Gloomy Glum Inspiration Melancholy Printmaking Rainbow Symbolism Allegorical Emotions Melancolia Melencolia Northern Renaissance Sadness Symbolic Symbols
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This print showcases Albrecht Dürer's iconic engraving, "Melencolia I" created in 1514. Measuring at 23.8x18.6 cm, this masterpiece is housed in the Minneapolis Institute of Arts in Minnesota, USA. Dürer's work is a prime example of Northern Renaissance art and printmaking. "Melencolia I" depicts a melancholic female figure surrounded by an array of symbolic elements that evoke complex emotions and ideas. The somber woman sits broodingly with her head resting on her hand while an angel hovers nearby, representing both creativity and inspiration. A putto holds a geometric object, symbolizing the connection between science and art during the Renaissance period. A dog lies at the woman's feet as a rainbow arches above them, adding to the allegorical nature of the artwork. The image exudes sadness and introspection but also hints at hidden depths within its intricate symbolism. This print captures every detail of Dürer's masterful engraving, allowing viewers to appreciate his skillful technique and profound exploration of human emotion. It serves as a reminder that art has always been a powerful medium for expressing complex thoughts and feelings throughout history.
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