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Religious wooden carving from the mid 15th century
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Religious wooden carving from the mid 15th century
Religious wooden carving from the mid 15th century.. Ornament to the choir of the Dome in Basel and Gothic decorations of the parish church at Lorch. Chromolithograph from Hefner-Altenecks Costumes, Artworks and Appliances from the early Middle Ages to the end of the 18th Century, Frankfurt, 1883. IIlustration drawn by Hefner-Alteneck, lithographed by C. Regnier, and published by Heinrich Keller. Dr. Jakob Heinrich von Hefner-Alteneck (1811-1903) was a German archeologist, art historian and illustrator. He was director of the Bavarian National Museum from 1868 until 1886
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Alteneck Appliance Basel Carving Choir Dome Hefner Heinrich Jakob Lorch Ornament Parish 15th
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This stunning chromolithograph depicts a religious wooden carving from the mid-15th century, which once adorned the choir of the Dome in Basel, Switzerland. The intricately detailed carving is a prime example of Gothic decorative arts from the medieval period. The same era also saw the creation of the ornate Gothic decorations gracing the parish church at Lorch. The illustration, drawn by Dr. Jakob Heinrich von Hefner-Alteneck and lithographed by C. Regnier, was published by Heinrich Keller in 1883 as part of Hefner-Alteneck's comprehensive work, "Costumes, Artworks and Appliances from the Early Middle Ages to the End of the 18th Century." Hefner-Alteneck (1811-1903) was a renowned German archeologist, art historian, and illustrator. He dedicated his career to the study and preservation of historical art and artifacts, serving as the director of the Bavarian National Museum from 1868 until 1886. This religious wooden carving, with its intricate details and rich history, offers a glimpse into the artistic and spiritual sensibilities of the 15th century. The carving's intricate details, such as the flowing robes and the expressive faces of the figures, are a testament to the skill and artistry of the woodcarver. The carving's presence in the choir of the Dome in Basel underscores the importance of religious art in the daily lives of medieval Europeans, as well as the role of the church as a center of artistic expression and community gathering. The chromolithograph, with its vibrant colors and meticulous attention to detail, serves as a valuable record of this important historical artifact and the artistic traditions of the time. It is a reminder of the rich cultural heritage that continues to inspire and captivate us today.
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