Compassion, from the Virtues
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Compassion, from the Virtues

TitleCompassion, from the Virtues
ArtistHeinrich Aldegrever German, 1502-c.1560
Date1552 16th century
MediumEngraving in black on ivory laid paper
Classificationengraving
OriginGermany Germany
Holding institutionArt Institute of Chicago
Credit lineGift of Mr. and Mrs. Potter Palmer
RightsPublic domain (CC0). Free to use for any purpose.

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“Compassion, from the Virtues” is a work by Heinrich Aldegrever German, 1502-c.1560, dated 1552. It is executed in engraving in black on ivory laid paper and classified as engraving. This work is in the public domain (CC0), so the image may be downloaded and reused for any purpose without permission (see the licence note below).

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