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About The Artist: Israhel van Meckenem

Israhel van Meckenem (c.1445 – 10 November 1503), also known as Israhel van Meckenem the Younger, was a German printmaker and goldsmith, perhaps of a Dutch family origin. He was the most prolific engraver of the fifteenth century and an important figure in the early history of old master prints. He was active from 1465 until his death. His birth date is merely an estimate. Recent guesses range from the early 1430s to 1450. His father...