Who created "Spring, from "The Four Seasons""?

Spring, from "The Four Seasons" was created by Matthaeus Greuter|Hendrick Goltzius in 1589–1600.

When was "Spring, from "The Four Seasons"" created?

This artwork was created 1589–1600.

What medium is "Spring, from "The Four Seasons""?

Spring, from "The Four Seasons" is Engraving.

Is "Spring, from "The Four Seasons"" in the public domain?

Yes, Spring, from "The Four Seasons" is in the public domain and available for free download under CC0 license.

Spring, from "The Four Seasons"

Matthaeus Greuter|Hendrick Goltzius

1589–1600

Medium

Engraving

Dimensions

Sheet: 10 3/16 × 7 5/8 in. (25.8 × 19.4 cm)

Classification

Prints

Department

Drawings and Prints

Museum

Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY

Credit

Bequest of Herbert Mitchell, 2008

Accession Number

2018.839.153

Art Historical Context

"Spring, from *The Four Seasons*" is delicate engraving created between 1589 and 1600, attributed to the masterful Dutch artist Hendrick Goltzius collaboration with Matthaeus Gre. Goltzius, a figure of Northern Mannerism, was renowned for his virtuosic engravings that blended intricate linework with dramatic flair, often drawing inspiration from Italian masters. This print captures the rejuvenating essence of spring through allegorical imagery—likely featuring blooming flora, playful putti, and symbols of fertility—part of a celebrated series personifying the cycle of the seasons. Engraving, ...

Spring, from "The Four Seasons"

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