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Print, Plate 6, from Neüw Grotteßken Buch (New Grotesque Book)

This is a Print. It was designed by Christoph Jamnitzer. We acquired it in 1957. Its medium is engraving on laid paper. It is a part of the Drawings, Prints, and Graphic Design department.

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Print, Plate 6, from Neüw Grotteßken Buch (New Grotesque Book); Designed by Christoph Jamnitzer (German, 1563 - 1618); Germany; engraving on laid paper; 1957-162-22

This object was previously on display as a part of the exhibition Fragile Beasts.

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