Identification title(s): the sacrifice of abraham. Object type: print object number: rp-p-ob-3040. Catalog reference: new hollstein german (altdorfer) w. 41. The illustrated bartsch 41. Inscriptions / marks: number, verso bottom center, handwritten: '73'. Description: abraham, seen from the back, standing with a sword over his shoulder. His gaze is averted from isaac who is kneeling before an altar with a burning fire. An angel comes flying in at the top left. Manufacture. Manufacturer: printmaker: albrecht altdorfer (mentioned on object). Place of manufacture: germany. Dating: ca. 1506 - 1538. Physical features: woodcut. Material: paper technique: woodcut. Dimensions: image: h 123 mm × w 96 mm. Topic: what: when abraham has raised his hand to kill isaac, an angel restrains abraham's hand. Acquisition: transfer of management 1816. Date: between circa 1506 and circa 1538.
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