Bidspirit auction | Jost Amman (1539–1591) – Allegorical

Jost Amman (1539–1591) – Allegorical Female Figure with Coat of Arms – Woodcut Print (Late 16th Century) - This small yet intricate woodcut by Jost Amman features an allegorical female figure beside an elaborate coat of arms. The heraldic design presents three eight-pointed stars within a shield, crowned and topped by a radiant star, symbolizing noble lineage or celestial guidance. The figure holds a dish and is adorned in classical robes, personifying virtue and grace. Jost Amman was a prolific Swiss-German engraver and woodcut designer renowned for his contributions to emblematic and heraldic illustration. This print exemplifies his masterful linework and refined symbolic compositions.Artist or Maker: Jost AmmanDimensions: 13 cm x 13 cmMedium: WoodcutDate: Late 16th CenturyCondition Report:This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.