1540 (published), ca. 1570 (printed)
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This print by Hans Brosamer shows designs for two covered cups decorated in the simple early Renaissance moulded decoration and acanthus leaf ornament, which had come into use in Italy in the 15th century. The cup on the left is supported by an Atlas figure. The scrolling acanthus was a popular motif in ancient Rome, and was much copied by Renaissance artists. The use of the scrolling acanthus leaf was an essential part of the goldsmith’s skill from about the mid 17th century to the end of the 18th century. Ornament prints like these were copied by artisans working in different fields, and were responsible for spreading the influence of various decorative styles.
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Materials and techniques | Woodcut on paper |
Brief description | Print of a covered cup, woodcut, by Hans Brosamer, first published about 1540, Germany, this print made about 1570 |
Physical description | Print showing two covered cups decorated with Renaissance gadrooning and acanthus leaf ornament, woodcut. The cup on the left is supported by an Atlas figure. |
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Gallery label | The full text of the label is as follows:
PRINTS: COVERED CUPS
German, about 1570
Woodcuts by Hans Broasmer (about 1500-54), first published about 1540
These cups use the simple early Renassiance gadrooning and acanthus leaf ornament which had come into use about a hundred years earlier in Italy.
E.234 & 5-1914 (Murray Bequest)" |
Credit line | Murray Bequest |
Object history | These cups use the simple early Renaissance gadrooning and acanthus leaf ornament which had come into use about a hundred years earlier in Italy. |
Production | First published 1540, this copy printed ca.1570 |
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Summary | This print by Hans Brosamer shows designs for two covered cups decorated in the simple early Renaissance moulded decoration and acanthus leaf ornament, which had come into use in Italy in the 15th century. The cup on the left is supported by an Atlas figure. The scrolling acanthus was a popular motif in ancient Rome, and was much copied by Renaissance artists. The use of the scrolling acanthus leaf was an essential part of the goldsmith’s skill from about the mid 17th century to the end of the 18th century. Ornament prints like these were copied by artisans working in different fields, and were responsible for spreading the influence of various decorative styles. |
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Accession number | E.234-1914 |
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Record created | July 14, 2005 |
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