The Cupola and Imperial Crown on the Central Portal, from the Arch of Honor, proof, dated 1515, printed 1517-18 1515

This 1515 engraving by Hans Springinklee depicts a detailed design for the central portal of the Arch of Honor, a temporary triumphal arch constructed in 1515 in Nuremberg, Germany. The intricate design features a central cupola surmounted by an imperial crown, flanked by ornate columns and figures. The engraving, a proof dated 1515, shows a striking example of the German Renaissance style, featuring detailed architectural elements and classical motifs, highlighting the artistic fervor of the period. The work, now housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, is a testament to Springinklee’s skill as an engraver and his ability to capture the grandeur of the Arch of Honor.