The Great Triumphal Car third sheet by Albrecht Durer

The Great Triumphal Car third sheet 1485 - 1600

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drawing, print, woodcut, engraving

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drawing

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ink drawing

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allegory

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print

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pen illustration

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pen sketch

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figuration

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11_renaissance

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woodcut

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horse

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line

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history-painting

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northern-renaissance

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engraving

This woodcut, titled "The Great Triumphal Car third sheet," was created by the renowned German artist Albrecht Dürer between 1485 and 1600. It depicts a triumphant chariot pulled by horses, driven by the personified virtue of "Providentia." This sheet is part of a larger series, designed to represent the ideals of humanist thought. The intricate detail and masterful handling of light and shadow are characteristic of Dürer's artistic style. This work is a testament to his technical skill and keen observation, and it remains a significant example of Renaissance-era printmaking.

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