{"title":"Master E S","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"the-four-evangelists-and-saint-john-the-baptist-master-e-s","title":"The Four Evangelists and Saint John the Baptist - Master E.S.","description":"\u003cp\u003eA circular engraving by Master E.S. featuring Saint John the Baptist at the centre, surrounded by the four Evangelists and their symbolic attributes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis circular engraving by the elusive Master E.S. displays the technical precision characteristic of mid-fifteenth-century German printmaking. The composition is organised around a central medallion depicting Saint John the Baptist in the wilderness, accompanied by the Lamb of God. Surrounding this core scene are four smaller circular frames, each containing one of the Evangelists: Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John. These figures are depicted alongside their traditional symbolic attributes, including the winged man, the lion, the ox, and the eagle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe spaces between these circular motifs are filled with dense, scrolling foliage and decorative flourishes. Master E.S. utilised a system of fine hatching and cross-hatching to define form and shadow, a technique that allowed for greater tonal variation than earlier woodcut methods. The circular format, or tondo, was a popular choice for devotional objects and decorative plates during this period, often intended for private contemplation or as a design source for goldsmiths and other craftsmen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaster E.S. remains one of the most significant figures in the history of early European printmaking. His work bridges the gap between the earlier, more linear style of the Gothic period and the more volumetric, naturalistic approach that would define the later Renaissance. The clarity of the line work and the balanced distribution of the figures demonstrate a sophisticated understanding of spatial organisation within a constrained, circular boundary. This print provides a clear view into the iconographic traditions of the fifteenth century, where the lives of saints and the symbols of the Gospels were frequently combined into single, unified visual narratives. The work is a fine example of the high level of craftsmanship achieved by professional engravers working in the Upper Rhine region during the late Middle Ages.\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-death-of-cleopatra-meester-van-1515\" 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 Death of Cleopatra - Meester van 1515 — Meester van 1515\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/prodigal-son-wasting-his-fortune-sebald-beham\" 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;\"\u003eProdigal Son Wasting his Fortune - Sebald Beham — Sebald Beham\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Master E.S.","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58799264432463,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58799296741711,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58799296774479,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58799296807247,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58799296840015,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58799296872783,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58799296905551,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58799296938319,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58799296971087,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58799297003855,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58799297036623,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58799297069391,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Four-Evangelists-and-Saint-John-the-Baptist_Poster_CompositorV1_1789592014044.jpg?v=1789592393"},{"product_id":"the-letter-y-with-saint-george-and-the-dragon-master-e-s","title":"The Letter Y with Saint George and the Dragon - Master E.S.","description":"\u003cp\u003eA fine engraving by Master E.S. depicting the letter Y formed by the narrative of Saint George and the Dragon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by the elusive Master E.S. forms part of a series of ornamental alphabet letters. The artist, active in the Upper Rhine region during the mid-fifteenth century, remains one of the most significant figures in the early history of European printmaking. His work displays a mastery of the burin, allowing for precise, descriptive lines that define both the figures and the structural form of the letter itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition depicts the letter Y, ingeniously constructed from the narrative of Saint George and the Dragon. On the left, the saint is shown in full plate armour, his lance piercing the beast beneath his feet. The right side of the letter is formed by the figure of the princess, who stands in prayer. Above her, a small figure of the Christ Child is positioned, adding a layer of devotional iconography to the secular form of the alphabet. The integration of narrative scenes into letterforms was a common practice in medieval manuscript illumination, yet Master E.S. translates this tradition into the medium of metal engraving with exceptional technical control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe print demonstrates the artist's ability to balance decorative requirements with figurative clarity. The drapery of the princess's gown and the articulated plates of the saint's armour are rendered with fine, parallel hatching, a technique that provides volume and texture to the figures. This work provides a window into the transition from late Gothic manuscript traditions to the burgeoning print culture of the Renaissance. The clarity of the line work and the imaginative use of space within the letterform reflect the high level of craftsmanship associated with the Master E.S. workshop.\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\/christ-calling-peter-and-andrew-dirck-vellert\" 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;\"\u003eChrist Calling Peter and Andrew - Dirck Vellert — Dirck Vellert\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/prodigal-son-wasting-his-fortune-sebald-beham\" 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;\"\u003eProdigal Son Wasting his Fortune - Sebald Beham — Sebald Beham\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Master E.S.","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58804129956175,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58804237599055,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58804237631823,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58804237664591,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58804237697359,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58804237730127,"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":58804237762895,"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":58804237795663,"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":58804237828431,"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":58804237861199,"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":58804237893967,"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":58804237926735,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Letter-Y-with-Saint-George-and-the-Dragon_Poster_CompositorV1_1789639941793.jpg?v=1789640745"},{"product_id":"the-evangelists-st-luke-master-es","title":"The Evangelists: St. Luke - Master ES","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed 15th-century engraving by Master ES depicting Saint Luke with his symbolic winged ox, rendered with precise cross-hatching and early Renaissance technique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by the anonymous German printmaker known as Master ES depicts Saint Luke, one of the four Evangelists. The artist, active in the Upper Rhine region during the mid-fifteenth century, is recognised for his technical precision and contribution to the development of early European printmaking. Master ES was among the first to utilise the burin with such control, allowing for a sophisticated range of tonal values through cross-hatching and varied line weights.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this composition, Saint Luke is shown in a seated position, accompanied by his traditional attribute, the winged ox. The figure is draped in heavy, voluminous robes, rendered with careful attention to the fall of fabric and the weight of the material. The saint holds an open book, his gaze directed away from the page, suggesting a moment of divine inspiration or contemplation. The winged ox, positioned at his side, is depicted with a degree of naturalism that balances the symbolic nature of the subject. The halo surrounding the saint's head is executed with fine, radiating lines, a common convention in religious works of the period to denote sanctity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe background remains relatively sparse, focusing the viewer's attention on the interaction between the saint and his symbolic companion. The ground beneath them is indicated by simple, rhythmic marks, providing a sense of space without distracting from the primary figures. This work reflects the transition in printmaking from simple outlines to more complex, modelled forms. It provides a clear example of the aesthetic priorities of the period, where clarity of form and symbolic accuracy were paramount. The print demonstrates the technical mastery that allowed Master ES to influence subsequent generations of engravers, including Martin Schongauer. This museum-grade reproduction captures the fine detail of the original copperplate engraving, preserving the character of the early printing process.\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-cordons-of-saint-francis-agostino-carracci\" 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 Cordons of Saint Francis - Agostino Carracci — Agostino Carracci\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/venus-and-cupid-in-a-niche-marcantonio-raimondi\" 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;\"\u003eVenus and Cupid in a Niche - Marcantonio Raimondi — Marcantonio Raimondi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Master E. S.","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58806118646095,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58806134800719,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58806134833487,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58806134866255,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58806134899023,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58806134931791,"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":58806134964559,"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":58806134997327,"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":58806135030095,"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":58806135062863,"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":58806135095631,"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":58806135128399,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Evangelists_-St_Poster_CompositorV1_1789655962835.jpg?v=1789656179"},{"product_id":"saint-bartholomew-master-es","title":"Saint Bartholomew - Master ES","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn early German engraving by Master ES, depicting Saint Bartholomew with precise linear detail and traditional Gothic script.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by the anonymous German printmaker known as Master ES depicts Saint Bartholomew in a characteristic pose. The figure stands in profile, his gaze directed upward, holding an open book. The artist employs a rigorous system of hatching and cross-hatching to define the voluminous folds of the saint's drapery, creating a sense of weight and physical presence. The lines are precise, demonstrating the technical control required for early metalplate engraving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBehind the figure, a scrolling banderole contains Gothic script, a common feature in devotional prints of the fifteenth century. The halo, rendered with simple circular lines, provides a clear identifier for the saint. The composition is contained within a rectangular frame, typical of the period's approach to individual devotional images. Master ES was a significant figure in the development of German printmaking, known for his ability to translate the stylistic qualities of contemporary painting into the medium of engraving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe work reflects the aesthetic priorities of the mid-fifteenth century in the Upper Rhine region. The focus remains on the clarity of the figure and the legibility of the religious iconography. The artist avoids unnecessary background detail, ensuring the viewer's attention remains on the saint. The print demonstrates the transition toward more sophisticated tonal modelling in engraving, moving away from the simpler outlines found in earlier woodcuts. This piece offers a clear view into the technical standards of the period, showing how early printmakers managed the limitations of the copper plate to achieve depth and texture. The resulting image is a study in balance, where the linear energy of the drapery contrasts with the stillness of the saint's posture.\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\/christ-calling-peter-and-andrew-dirck-vellert\" 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;\"\u003eChrist Calling Peter and Andrew - Dirck Vellert — Dirck Vellert\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/prodigal-son-wasting-his-fortune-sebald-beham\" 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;\"\u003eProdigal Son Wasting his Fortune - Sebald Beham — Sebald Beham\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Master ES","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58806404022607,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58806444294479,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58806444327247,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58806444360015,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58806444392783,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58806444425551,"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":58806444458319,"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":58806444491087,"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":58806444523855,"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":58806444556623,"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":58806444589391,"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":58806444622159,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Saint-Bartholomew_Poster_CompositorV1_1789656766162.jpg?v=1789656979"},{"product_id":"the-martyrdom-of-st-sebastian-master-es","title":"The Martyrdom of St. Sebastian - Master ES","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed 15th-century engraving by Master ES depicting the martyrdom of Saint Sebastian, showcasing the technical precision of early German printmaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by the anonymous German printmaker known as Master ES depicts the traditional martyrdom of Saint Sebastian. The composition is organised into two distinct zones: the foreground features the immediate action of the executioners, while the background provides a narrative context with a distant city and rocky terrain. The artist employs a linear style, using hatching and cross-hatching to define form and shadow within the figures and the surrounding environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaster ES is a figure of significant interest in the history of printmaking, active in the Upper Rhine region during the mid-fifteenth century. His work represents a transition in the medium of engraving, moving away from the simpler techniques of the early goldsmith-engravers towards a more sophisticated system of modelling. The figures in this print exhibit the characteristic elongated proportions and expressive, somewhat angular gestures common to the period. The executioners are depicted in contemporary fifteenth-century dress, a common convention in religious art of the time, which served to bring the biblical narrative into the viewer's own temporal reality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe scene is constructed with a focus on narrative clarity. The central figure of the saint is bound to a tree, his body pierced by arrows, yet his gaze remains directed upwards. The surrounding figures, including the archers and the onlookers in the distance, create a sense of spatial depth despite the relatively flat treatment of the ground plane. The rocky outcrops and the distant fortified town are rendered with a schematic approach, typical of the period's interest in combining symbolic representation with emerging naturalistic observation. This print offers a clear view into the technical capabilities and stylistic preferences of the German school during the early development of copperplate engraving.\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-cordons-of-saint-francis-agostino-carracci\" 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 Cordons of Saint Francis - Agostino Carracci — Agostino Carracci\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/de-liefde-overwint-alles-johann-theodor-de-bry\" 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;\"\u003eDe Liefde overwint alles - Johann Theodor de Bry — Johann Theodor de Bry\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Master E. S.","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58806854156623,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58806926147919,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58806926180687,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58806926213455,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58806926246223,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58806926278991,"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":58806926311759,"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":58806926344527,"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":58806926377295,"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":58806926410063,"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":58806926442831,"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":58806926475599,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Martyrdom-of-St_Poster_CompositorV1_1789658007560.jpg?v=1789658961"},{"product_id":"madonna-enthroned-with-eight-angels-master-es","title":"Madonna Enthroned with Eight Angels - Master ES","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed 15th-century engraving by the German artist Master ES, depicting the Virgin Mary and Christ Child surrounded by eight angels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaster ES, an anonymous German engraver active between 1450 and 1467, remains one of the most significant figures in the development of printmaking. This engraving, Madonna Enthroned with Eight Angels, demonstrates the technical precision that defined his output. The composition features the Virgin Mary seated upon an ornate throne, holding the Christ Child. Eight angels surround the central figures, with two positioned at the top of the canopy and others arranged in the foreground and sides. The artist employs a dense system of hatching and cross-hatching to define the folds of the drapery and the architectural elements of the throne.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe work reflects the Gothic aesthetic prevalent in the Upper Rhine region during the mid-fifteenth century. The figures possess elongated proportions and expressive facial features, typical of the period. The canopy above the Virgin is decorated with floral motifs, while the crown and orb held by the Christ Child signify his divine authority. The use of line is controlled and deliberate, allowing for a clear distinction between the textures of the fabric, the hair, and the metallic surfaces of the throne.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaster ES was among the first printmakers to sign his works with initials, a practice that helped establish his identity within the history of art. His influence extended to later artists, including Martin Schongauer. This print provides a clear view of the technical capabilities of early engraving, where the artist had to work directly onto a copper plate. The resulting image is a study in balance and symmetry, with the angels acting as a frame for the central devotional subject. The attention to detail, from the individual feathers on the angels' wings to the patterns on the Virgin's robe, shows the level of craftsmanship expected in religious art of the era.\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\/christ-calling-peter-and-andrew-dirck-vellert\" 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;\"\u003eChrist Calling Peter and Andrew - Dirck Vellert — Dirck Vellert\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/martin-luther-as-an-augustinian-friar-lucas-cranach-the-elder\" 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;\"\u003eMartin Luther as an Augustinian Friar - Lucas Cranach the Elder — Lucas Cranach the Elder\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Master ES","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58807123935567,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58807142842703,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58807142875471,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58807142908239,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58807142941007,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58807142973775,"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":58807143006543,"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":58807143039311,"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":58807143072079,"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":58807143104847,"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":58807143137615,"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":58807143170383,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Madonna-Enthroned-with-Eight-Angels_Poster_CompositorV1_1791510047596.jpg?v=1791529879"},{"product_id":"madonna-and-child-in-a-garden-between-st-barbara-and-st-dorothy-master-es","title":"Madonna and Child in a Garden between St. Barbara and St. Dorothy - Master ES","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed fifteenth-century engraving by Master ES, depicting the Virgin and Child with Saint Barbara and Saint Dorothy in a symbolic garden setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by the anonymous German printmaker known as Master ES depicts the Virgin Mary seated in a garden, holding the Christ Child. She is flanked by Saint Barbara, who holds her characteristic tower, and Saint Dorothy, who carries a basket of flowers. The composition follows the tradition of the hortus conclusus, or enclosed garden, a common motif in fifteenth-century devotional art that symbolises the purity of the Virgin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaster ES was a prolific engraver active in the Upper Rhine region during the mid-fifteenth century. His work is identified by the initials ES, which appear on many of his plates. This print demonstrates his technical skill in the use of the burin to create varied line weights, which define the folds of the drapery and the textures of the figures. The figures are arranged in a balanced, triangular formation, with the Virgin at the centre. The background features a radiant halo behind the Virgin, which draws the eye towards the central figures. The ground is rendered with small, rhythmic marks to suggest grass and low-lying plants, while the figures themselves exhibit the elongated proportions and soft facial features typical of the period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe inclusion of specific attributes, such as the tower for Saint Barbara and the basket for Saint Dorothy, allows for the immediate identification of the saints. The Christ Child reaches towards the basket, creating a sense of interaction between the figures. This work provides insight into the technical development of printmaking in the fifteenth century, as artists began to explore the potential of the copper plate to convey depth and narrative detail. The print is a fine example of the devotional imagery produced for a growing audience of collectors and the faithful during the late Gothic period.\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\/portret-van-menno-simons-cornelis-koning\" 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;\"\u003ePortret van Menno Simons - Cornelis Koning — Cornelis Coning\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/saint-judas-thadeus-agostino-carracci\" 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 Judas Thadeus - Agostino Carracci — Agostino Carracci\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Master E. 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Beside her, resting upon the back of a wooden bench, sits a knight's helmet topped with a crest featuring an eagle. The work belongs to the mid-fifteenth century, a period when printmaking in the Upper Rhine region began to flourish as a medium for both secular and religious imagery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaster E.S. is recognised for his technical precision in the use of the burin. The lines here are clean and deliberate, defining the folds of the woman's gown and the structure of the furniture with clarity. The composition is balanced, with the figure positioned centrally against a plain background, allowing the viewer to focus on the details of her attire and the heraldic element of the helmet. The crown of leaves suggests a courtly or allegorical context, common in the secular engravings of the era. Such prints were often collected in albums or used as patterns for other decorative arts, including metalwork and embroidery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs an early practitioner of the copperplate engraving technique, Master E.S. helped define the visual language of the Northern Renaissance. His work displays a transition from the rigid styles of the early Gothic period toward a more fluid, naturalistic representation of the human form. The lack of shading in the background emphasises the graphic quality of the print, a hallmark of the period's approach to black-and-white reproduction. This piece offers a glimpse into the aesthetic preferences of the fifteenth-century aristocracy, where heraldry and courtly fashion were central themes in visual culture.\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\/christ-seized-by-the-jews-martin-schongauer\" 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;\"\u003eChrist Seized by the Jews - Martin Schongauer — Martin Schongauer\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/king-cyrus-and-the-priests-show-baal-to-daniel-philips-galle\" 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;\"\u003eKing Cyrus and the Priests Show Baal to Daniel - Philips Galle — Philips Galle\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Master E.S.","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58810733297999,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58810738082127,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58810738114895,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58810738147663,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58810738180431,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58810738213199,"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":58810738245967,"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":58810738278735,"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":58810738311503,"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":58810738344271,"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":58810738377039,"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":58810738409807,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Lady-with-a-Knight-s-Helmet_Poster_CompositorV1_1789684088590.jpg?v=1789712954"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.co.uk\/fr\/collections\/master-e-s.oembed","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}