Eunuchus, from The Comedie of Terence, 19th century reprint 1485 - 1528
albrechtdurer
themetropolitanmuseumofart
drawing, print
drawing
comic strip sketch
pen sketch
sketch book
cartoon sketch
personal sketchbook
road
pen-ink sketch
men
pen work
sketchbook drawing
storyboard and sketchbook work
sketchbook art
building
"Eunuchus, from The Comedie of Terence" is a woodcut by German Renaissance master Albrecht Dürer, dating back to 1485-1528. The artwork, now housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, depicts a figure from the Roman comedy *Eunuchus*. The print's intricate detail and precise lines are characteristic of Dürer's style, showcasing his mastery of the woodcut medium. The figure is rendered in a realistic manner, standing against a backdrop of buildings, emphasizing the artist's keen observation of human form and urban landscapes. This piece reflects Dürer's influence on the development of printmaking and its role in disseminating artistic and cultural ideas during the Renaissance.
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