Rembrandt van Rijn, Tiziano Vecellio, Heinrich Aldegrever, Hendrik Goltzius, Albert Dürer et al.
The history of European printmaking goes back to the later 14th century. Woodcuts are the earliest printmaking technique, and from as early as the 15th century, copperplates began to be used to create even more detailed prints. As the Renaissance spread throughout Europe, printmaking became part of the culture, playing a prominent role in the development of religion, literature, politics, ethics, geography, science and other aspects of society.
From the Renaissance to modern times, this exhibition presents prints by major European artists. Included artists are Dürer from 15th century Germany, Pieter Brueghel from 16th century Flanders, Rembrandt from 17th century Holland, Goya from 18th century Spain, Redon and Beardsley from the 19th century, and finally Rouault, Picasso, and Escher from the 20th century.
Related Events:
-Gallery talk "Focusing on Old Prints"
April 13th (Sun) 15:00-16:00
Gallery 2F
Introduction to symbolism and techniques in prints from the early periods.
Lecturer: Michiko Sagawa (Machida City Museum of Graphic Arts)
Admission ticket for this exhibition required.
-Lecture "Introduction to Printmaking Techniques"
April 20th (Sun) 13:00-15:00
Workshop room, 3F
An introduction to the history and techniques of printmaking with a simple workshop.
Lecturer: Seiichiro Miita (Tokyo National University of Fine Arts & Music)
For high school students and above.
Capacity: 30 people
Fee: Free
Reservation required. Send a reply-paid postcard to the museum's education department with your name, address, phone number, age, and desired workshop title by April 7th (Mon).
-Gallery Talk by a Museum Curator
April 26th (Sat) 15:00-15:40
Gallery 2F
Admission ticket for this exhibition required.
No comments yet