This is a drawing of a scene set in a medieval town. The drawing features a courtyard-like setting with a fountain at the center, adorned with a sculpture. An archway leads to buildings with arches, windows, and traditional rooftops in the background. In the foreground, two figures are near the fountain base, one seated and the other standing. Various objects are scattered around the fountain's edge. A lush garden with shaped trees provides contrast to the textures of the townsfolk's clothing and the stone architecture. The intricate lines and hatchings create a detailed portrayal of the medieval town environment, capturing a blend of ornate and everyday life.
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This is a drawing of a scene set in a medieval town. The drawing features a courtyard-like setting with a fountain at the center, adorned with a sculpture. An archway leads to buildings with arches, windows, and traditional rooftops in the background. In the foreground, two figures are near the fountain base, one seated and the other standing. Various objects are scattered around the fountain's edge. A lush garden with shaped trees provides contrast to the textures of the townsfolk's clothing and the stone architecture. The intricate lines and hatchings create a detailed portrayal of the medieval town environment, capturing a blend of ornate and everyday life.

National Gallery of Art · Print

Bathsheba at Her Bath

Hans Burgkmair I

Date
1519
Medium
woodcut
Dimensions
sheet: 11.9 x 9.5 cm (4 11/16 x 3 3/4 in.)
Classification
Print
Accession number
1949.5.92
Credit line
Rosenwald Collection
Time span
1501 to 1550
Department
CG-E

Subjects and terms

  • German
  • Woman
  • Garden
  • Fountain
  • Dress
  • Building

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