Portrait of Ulrich Artzt, mayor of Augsburg, and captain of the Swabian League 1514 - 1515

This anonymous drawing from 1514-1515, depicting Ulrich Artzt, mayor of Augsburg, is a compelling example of a portrait in the style of German Renaissance drawing. The subject’s profile, rendered in pen and ink, offers a detailed glimpse into the prominent figure’s personality. Artzt’s distinguished features, emphasized by the fur-lined hat and collar, speak to his status and power. The inscription above the figure adds historical context, reinforcing the work’s relevance as a document of the period. The drawing is currently housed in the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst in Denmark, a testament to its artistic value.