His artistic approach relies on clear, descriptive lines. Traut avoided the heavy shading common in earlier German woodcuts. In works like The Meeting of Joachim and Anna, he used precise hatching to define space. His contribution to the Coat of Arms of Johann Stabius demonstrates his technical skill in heraldry. He balanced the needs of imperial propaganda with a direct, observational quality.

Modern collectors value Traut for his historical accuracy and graphic clarity. His woodcuts provide a visual record of sixteenth-century armour and artillery. Prints like Emperor Maximilian as Patron of Improvements in Artillery and Armour appeal to those interested in technical history. These works are both fine art and historical documents. They offer a window into the Northern Renaissance through the lens of military and social history.