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Dagger Sheath with a Nude Woman
Artist: Heinrich Aldegrever (German, 1502-ca.1561)
Date: mid 16th Century
Dimensions:
H. 6 5/16 in. (16 cm): W. 13/16 in. (4.6 cm)
Medium: Engraving
Classification: Prints
Credit Line: Winthrop H. Perry Fund
Object number: 1961.10
Label Text:
The early engravers were often associated with the art of metalsmithing. Goldsmiths and silversmiths relied upon printed designs to secure commissions for their metalwork. Heinrich Aldegrever, today considered to be the most famous designer of the period, produced over 100 decorative designs of endless creativity. At least a dozen of his ornamental designs were intended for dagger sheaths. A sheath based on this design would probably have been used for formal or ceremonial occasions.
The early engravers were often associated with the art of metalsmithing. Goldsmiths and silversmiths relied upon printed designs to secure commissions for their metalwork. Heinrich Aldegrever, today considered to be the most famous designer of the period, produced over 100 decorative designs of endless creativity. At least a dozen of his ornamental designs were intended for dagger sheaths. A sheath based on this design would probably have been used for formal or ceremonial occasions.
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