Kandelaber met bladranken c. 1506 - 1538

Albrecht Altdorfer's "Kandelaber met bladranken" (c. 1506 - 1538) is a small-scale, intricate engraving that showcases the artist's talent for detail and ornamental design. The piece depicts a stylized candelabrum, its base adorned with a grotesque mask and its body embellished with elaborate floral and foliage motifs. Altdorfer, a prominent figure in the German Renaissance, specialized in landscape and mythological subjects. However, his artistic range encompassed ornamental designs as well, making "Kandelaber met bladranken" a fascinating example of his versatility. The engraving's delicate lines and intricate patterns demonstrate Altdorfer's mastery of the medium, offering a testament to the artistic sophistication of the period.