Interlaced Cord Patterns (b. 140, 142-143, 145; M. 274, 276-277, 279)
Created during Dürer's second Italian journey, these four intricate woodcuts showcase the German master's fascination with decorative design and mathematical complexity, featuring elaborately interlaced rope-like patterns arranged in circular and geometric formations. Inspired by Leonardo da Vinci's knot designs, Dürer demonstrates his extraordinary technical virtuosity in translating the fluid over-and-under weaving of the cords into the demanding medium of woodcut. The impressions range from Meder I lifetime to Meder IIa quality, printed on period papers including examples bearing an E in a Circle and a Crowned Double-Headed Eagle watermark, attesting to their early and distinguished provenance.
- Medium
- Four woodcuts, circa 1506-07, all very good impressions though printing slightly unevenly as is characteristic of these prints, B. 140, a Meder IIa impression, on paper with an E in a Circle watermark (M. 295); with B. 142, a Meder IIa-b impression; with B. 143, a Meder IIa impression, on paper with a Crowned Double-Headed Eagle watermark (M.227); and B. 145, a Meder I (lifetime) impression, each framed
- Spotted At
- Auction House · Sotheby's
🔨 Auction Lot
Prints & Multiples
March 19, 2020
Estimate: $12,000 – $18,000
Lot 30
Spotted works by Albrecht Dürer
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