Dat boeck van dem leuen ons liefs heren ihesu cristi... by Ludolphus de Saxonia

Dat boeck van dem leuen ons liefs heren ihesu cristi... 1495

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pencil drawn

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drawing

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print

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book

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old engraving style

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personal sketchbook

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hand drawn

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pen-ink sketch

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limited contrast and shading

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pen work

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sketchbook drawing

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pencil work

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sketchbook art

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christ

This woodcut, *Dat boeck van dem leuen ons liefs heren ihesu cristi...*, by Ludolphus de Saxonia (1495), is a detailed depiction of Jesus Christ within an ornate frame. The image reflects a common artistic practice of the 15th century, utilizing woodcuts as illustrations for religious texts, and the artist's use of intricate detail helps to create a sense of grandeur and reverence for the subject matter. This woodcut is an excellent example of the artistic and devotional practices of the late Middle Ages, showcasing the power of art to communicate religious ideas.

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