The Great Triumphal Car third sheet 1485 - 1600
albrechtdurer
themetropolitanmuseumofart
drawing, print, woodcut, engraving
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drawing
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ink drawing
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allegory
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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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