Series of Prints with Flowers and Animals in a Landscape c. 1600 - 1605
johannhogenberg
pencil drawn
photo of handprinted image
light pencil work
pencil sketch
light coloured
incomplete sketchy
white palette
plant
tonal art
repetition of white colour
watercolor
This print by Johann Hogenberg, part of a series, depicts a wolf seated in a landscape with plants, including poppies. The artist, a prominent figure in the field of cartography and engraving, created this work during the early 17th century. This small-scale print, measuring just 98 mm by 123 mm, showcases Hogenberg's meticulous detail and his interest in natural history. The print's subject matter, combining animals and plants, reflects the growing interest in the natural world during the Renaissance period. The use of engraving, a technique that allows for precise lines and details, further enhances the realistic portrayal of the wolf and its environment.
Comments
In making his representations of flowers and animals Hogenberg borrowed freely from prints by other artists. Some combinations are endearing, others slightly bizarre. What does a polar bear have to do with artichokes? It is precisely the series’ mixture of originality and naiveté that is so appealing to modern eyes.
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