{"title":"Erhard Reuwich","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"saracenen-men-and-women-erhard-reuwich","title":"Saracenen (Men and Women) - Erhard Reuwich","description":"\u003cp\u003eA 1486 woodcut by Erhard Reuwich depicting Saracen men and women, originally published in the 'Peregrinatio in terram sanctam'.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis woodcut originates from the 'Peregrinatio in terram sanctam', a travelogue documenting a pilgrimage to Jerusalem, published in Mainz in 1486. Erhard Reuwich, a Dutch artist and printer, accompanied the author Bernhard von Breydenbach on this journey. The work is noted for its early attempt at ethnographic observation, capturing the dress and appearance of people encountered during the expedition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe print depicts a group of five figures identified as Saracens. The composition is arranged in a linear fashion, typical of late fifteenth-century book illustration. Two women stand on the left, one wearing a head covering and the other fully veiled, while three men stand to the right, dressed in turbans and long robes. The men carry swords and bows, suggesting their status or role. The figures are placed upon a simple, undulating ground line, with minimal background detail, allowing the focus to remain on the costume and posture of the subjects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReuwich utilised a clear, descriptive line to define the folds of the garments and the textures of the headgear. The woodcut technique requires a deliberate approach to shading, achieved here through parallel hatching. This print provides a glimpse into the European perception of Middle Eastern cultures during the late medieval period. It reflects the curiosity of the era regarding distant lands and the people inhabiting them. As a piece of historical documentation, it offers insight into the visual language used by early printers to communicate foreign customs to a European audience. The inclusion of the title in the upper margin, written in a cursive script, is characteristic of the period's editorial practices for printed volumes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/hercules-conquering-cacus-albrecht-durer\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eHercules Conquering Cacus - Albrecht Dürer — Albrecht Dürer\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/saint-matthew-the-evangelist-lucas-van-leyden\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eSaint Matthew the Evangelist - Lucas van Leyden — Lucas van Leyden\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Erhard Reuwich","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58790596280655,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58790603882831,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58790603915599,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58790603948367,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58790603981135,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58790604013903,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58790604046671,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58790604079439,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58790604112207,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58790604144975,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58790604177743,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58790604210511,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Saracenen-Men-and-Women-_Poster_CompositorV1_1789492778198.jpg?v=1789493382"},{"product_id":"twee-ethiopiers-erhard-reuwich","title":"Twee Ethiopiërs - Erhard Reuwich","description":"\u003cp\u003eA 1486 woodcut by Erhard Reuwich depicting two figures from Ethiopia, originally published in the 'Peregrinatio in terram sanctam'.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis woodcut originates from the 'Peregrinatio in terram sanctam', a travelogue written by Bernhard von Breydenbach and illustrated by the Dutch artist Erhard Reuwich. Published in Mainz in 1486, the work documents a pilgrimage to the Holy Land. Reuwich accompanied the party, providing sketches of the people, costumes, and architecture encountered during the journey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe print depicts two figures identified in the accompanying text as inhabitants of Ethiopia. The figure on the left is labelled as a priest, wearing a hooded cloak and simple garments. The figure on the right wears a turban and a structured tunic. Both figures stand on a patch of ground indicated by simple, repetitive hatching marks. Small, stylised plants are placed behind them to suggest an outdoor setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a primary example of early printed travel literature, this image demonstrates the European attempt to document foreign cultures during the late fifteenth century. The lines are clear and functional, typical of the woodcut technique used for book illustration at the time. The text integrated into the composition provides context for the viewer, identifying the subjects and their roles. The work is notable for its direct observation, as Reuwich was one of the first artists to travel with a specific commission to record his experiences for a printed publication. This print offers a glimpse into the methods of early modern ethnographic illustration, where the artist balanced visual observation with the limitations of the woodblock medium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/the-three-ages-of-woman-and-death-hans-baldung-grien\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Three Ages of Woman and Death - Hans Baldung Grien — Hans Baldung Grien\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/nativity-albrecht-altdorfer\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eNativity - Albrecht Altdorfer — Albrecht Altdorfer\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Erhard Reuwich","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58805568536911,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58805581939023,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58805581971791,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58805582004559,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58805582037327,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58805582070095,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58805582102863,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58805582135631,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58805582168399,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58805582201167,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58805582233935,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58805582266703,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Twee-Ethiopi-rs_Poster_CompositorV1_1789651368442.jpg?v=1789651464"},{"product_id":"surianen-syrian-christians-erhard-reuwich","title":"Surianen (Syrian Christians) - Erhard Reuwich","description":"\u003cp\u003eA 1486 woodcut by Erhard Reuwich depicting Syrian Christians, originally published in the travelogue 'Peregrinatio in terram sanctam'.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis woodcut originates from the 'Peregrinatio in terram sanctam', a travelogue authored by Bernhard von Breydenbach and illustrated by the Dutch artist Erhard Reuwich. Published in Mainz in 1486, the work documents a pilgrimage to the Holy Land. Reuwich accompanied the expedition, providing sketches that were subsequently translated into woodblock prints. This specific image depicts the 'Surianen', or Syrian Christians, as observed by the travellers during their journey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition presents four figures arranged in a shallow, outdoor setting. Three individuals are seated around a low vessel, while a fourth stands to the left, carrying a basket. The figures wear turbans and layered garments, reflecting the artist's attempt to document the diverse populations encountered in the Levant. The lines are bold and functional, characteristic of late fifteenth-century woodcut techniques designed for mass reproduction within printed books. A small, stylised tree appears on the right, providing a minimal sense of environment. Above the figures, the text is set in a blackletter typeface, identifying the subjects in the vernacular of the time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReuwich is recognised for his role in bridging the gap between medieval manuscript illustration and the emerging medium of printed book illustration. His work for the 'Peregrinatio' is noted for its attempt at ethnographic observation, moving beyond purely symbolic representations of foreign cultures. The print provides a window into the European perception of the Near East during the late medieval period. It remains a significant example of early travel literature and the technical capabilities of the printing press in the 1480s. The print is presented here as a high-quality reproduction, capturing the stark contrast of the original ink-on-paper medium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/the-three-ages-of-woman-and-death-hans-baldung-grien\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Three Ages of Woman and Death - Hans Baldung Grien — Hans Baldung Grien\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/nativity-albrecht-altdorfer\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eNativity - Albrecht Altdorfer — Albrecht Altdorfer\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Erhard Reuwich","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58805731000655,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58805741191503,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58805741224271,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58805741257039,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58805741289807,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58805741322575,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58805741355343,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58805741388111,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58805741420879,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58805741453647,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58805741486415,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58805741519183,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Surianen-Syrian-Christians-_Poster_CompositorV1_1789652653805.jpg?v=1789653161"},{"product_id":"de-grieken-erhard-reuwich","title":"De Grieken - Erhard Reuwich","description":"\u003cp\u003eA 1486 woodcut by Erhard Reuwich depicting Greek figures, originally published in the travelogue 'Peregrinatio in terram sanctam'.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis woodcut, titled De Grieken, originates from the travelogue 'Peregrinatio in terram sanctam', published in Mainz in 1486. Erhard Reuwich, a Dutch artist and printer, accompanied Bernhard von Breydenbach on a pilgrimage to the Holy Land. His role was to document the people, costumes, and cities encountered during the journey. This specific print depicts a group of Greek men, identifiable by their distinctive attire and headgear, alongside a solitary figure in a hooded robe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is characteristic of late fifteenth-century book illustration. Reuwich employs clear, decisive lines to define the folds of the garments and the facial features of the subjects. The figures are arranged in a shallow space, typical of early woodblock printing techniques where the focus remains on the clarity of the subject matter rather than atmospheric depth. The inclusion of Latin inscriptions within the frame serves to identify the figures for the reader, a common practice in early printed travel literature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTechnically, the work demonstrates the precision required for woodcut production during the incunabula period. The cross-hatching and parallel lines provide texture and shadow, giving the figures a sense of weight and presence. As a primary source of visual information from the late medieval period, this print offers a glimpse into how European travellers perceived and recorded foreign cultures. The work remains a significant example of the intersection between early printing technology and the tradition of the illustrated travel diary. It provides a direct connection to the observational practices of the Northern Renaissance, where the artist acted as both reporter and illustrator.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/the-three-ages-of-woman-and-death-hans-baldung-grien\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Three Ages of Woman and Death - Hans Baldung Grien — Hans Baldung Grien\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/nativity-albrecht-altdorfer\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eNativity - Albrecht Altdorfer — Albrecht Altdorfer\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Erhard Reuwich","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58805793489231,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58805795848527,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58805795881295,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58805795914063,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58805795946831,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58805795979599,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58805796012367,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58805796045135,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58805796077903,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58805796110671,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58805796143439,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58805796176207,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/De-Grieken_Poster_CompositorV1_1789652687323.jpg?v=1789653514"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.co.uk\/fr\/collections\/erhard-reuwich.oembed","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}