Matrona di Baviera 1598

christophkrieger

aged paper

toned paper

old engraving style

sketch book

personal sketchbook

pen-ink sketch

ink colored

pen work

sketchbook drawing

sketchbook art

"Matrona di Baviera," a woodcut print by Christoph Krieger, depicts a woman in a long, ornate gown, likely a noblewoman of Bavaria. The print showcases intricate details of the woman's attire including a cap and a chain, along with the elaborate ornamental border surrounding the figure. This detailed and accurate depiction of clothing and ornamentation reveals the attention to detail that characterized German prints during the 16th century.