Folium CXXXVII from the Nuremberg Chronicle.

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• PUBLISHER: Published by Anton Koberger, Nuremberg.

• MEDIUM: Letterpress and woodcut.

  DATE: c. 1500

• EDITION SIZE: Sheet size 12 x 7 1/2" (30.5 x 44.5 cm)

• DESCRIPTION: This leaf, Folium CXXXVII from the Nuremberg Chronicle (1493), is part of the Sexta etas mundi and features two detailed woodcuts—one of a crowned king in full regalia and the other of an armored knight, both enlivened with original hand-coloring. Illustrated by Michael Wolgemut and Wilhelm Pleydenwurff, with contributions believed to be from a young Albrecht Dürer, this page reflects the artistic ambition behind one of the most remarkable printed works of the 15th century. A landmark in early book illustration, the Nuremberg Chronicle offers a sweeping look at history, geography, and mythology, blending biblical stories, historical figures, and medieval ideas about the world. Printed by Anton Koberger in both Latin and German, it remains one of the most influential illustrated books of all time.

• ADDITIONAL INFO: This piece is in an 13.5 x 19 inch archival mylar for handling.

• CONDITION: Good condition with scattered handling marks. Original hand-coloring, with small margin tears archivally repaired.

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• CATEGORIES: 18th-19th Century Subjects