Sebastian Brant Collection

Medical prescription, satirical artwork
Medical prescription. Satirical artwork titled Of Prescribing Foolishly, showing a patient in bed with a doctor in a fools hat (right) holding aloft a proposed treatment

Illustration to the book Ship of Fools by Sebastian Brant, 1497. Creator: Anonymous
Illustration to the book " Ship of Fools" by Sebastian Brant, 1497. Private Collection

Woodcut illustration from a 15th century edition of Das Narrenschiff (The Ship of Fools)
5306425 Woodcut illustration from a 15th century edition of Das Narrenschiff (The Ship of Fools).; Universal History Archive/UIG

Beggars and Their Vanities (recto) and Of Irate Women (verso) from...1497...assembled 1929
Beggars and Their Vanities (recto) and Of Irate Women (verso) from Navis Stultifera (Ship of Fools), Plate 30 from Woodcuts from Books of the 15th Century, 1497, portfolio assembled 1929

Raising Loans from Navis Stultifera (Ship of Fools), Plate 24 from Woodcuts from... 1929
Raising Loans from Navis Stultifera (Ship of Fools), Plate 24 from Woodcuts from Books of the 15th Century, 1497, portfolio assembled 1929

Illustration to the book "Ship of Fools"by Sebastian Brant, 1513
Illustration to the book " Ship of Fools" by Sebastian Brant, 1513. Found in the Collection of the Bibliotheque Nationale de France

Sebastian Brant, German humanist and satirist (engraving)
3647393 Sebastian Brant, German humanist and satirist (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sebastian Brant (1457-1521), German humanist and satirist

Sebastian Brant, German humanist and satirist
6039958 Sebastian Brant, German humanist and satirist. by Bry, Theodor de (1528-98); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sebastian Brant, German humanist and satirist)

Sebastian Brant (engraving)
5219310 Sebastian Brant (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sebastian Brant. Illustration for Zweihundert Bildnisse und Lebensabrisse beruhmter deutscher)

Portraits of famous Germans from Ritter vom Deutschen Geiste (litho)
3634327 Portraits of famous Germans from Ritter vom Deutschen Geiste (litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration for Ritter vom Deutschen Geiste)

Title page of the book Ship of Fools by Sebastian Brant, 1497. Creator: Anonymous
Title page of the book " Ship of Fools" by Sebastian Brant, 1497. Private Collection

Portrait of Sebastian Brant, c. 1497. Private Collection

The Ship of Fools, ca 1490-1510. Found in the Collection of Muse e du Louvre, Paris

Illustration for De Origine et conversatione bonorum Regum by Sebastian Brant, 1495. Private Collection

Ship with Revelling Sailors, Lansquenets and a Sutleress. Artist: Holbein, Hans, the Younger (1497-1543)
Ship with Revelling Sailors, Lansquenets and a Sutleress. Found in the collection of Stadtische Galerie im Stadelschen Kunstinstitut, Frankfurt am Main

The Ship of Fools. Found in the Collection of Musee du Louvre, Paris

Title page of an edition of Ship of Fools, by Sebastian Brant, 1494. Artist: Albrecht Durer
Title page of an edition of Ship of Fools, by Sebastian Brant, 1494. Found in the collection of the State A Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts, Moscow

Portrait Sebastian Brant oil linden wood 36 x 30. 5 cm
Portrait of Sebastian Brant, oil on linden wood, 36 x 30.5 cm, unmarked, Hans Burgkmair d. A. (Alte Kopie nach / old copy after), Augsburg 1473-1531 Augsburg

Latin Edition Stultifera Navis Das Narrenschiff
Latin Edition: Stultifera Navis; Das Narrenschiff (Ship of Fools) by Sebastian Brant: Ship of Fools, after 1497. Albrecht Durer (German, 1471-1528)

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Sebastian Brant: A Satirical Genius of the Renaissance Step into the world of Sebastian Brant, a German humanist and satirist whose wit and creativity knew no bounds. His masterpiece, "Ship of Fools, " published in 1497, remains an iconic work that continues to captivate audiences even today. Brant's biting satire is brought to life through illustrations that accompany his book. Created by anonymous artists, these intricate drawings depict a ship filled with fools from all walks of life. The Ship of Fools serves as a metaphor for society at large, highlighting the follies and vices that plague humanity. In Plate 24 from Woodcuts from. . 1929, we see Brant's influence on later generations as artists like Master of the Bergmann Press and Johann Bergmann von Olpe pay homage to his work. They skillfully capture the essence of Brant's vision while adding their unique artistic flair. The title page illustration for "Ship of Fools" transports us back to its initial publication in 1497. An anonymous creator sets the stage for this literary journey with intricate details that entice readers to delve into Brant's thought-provoking narrative. Beyond his renowned work on folly-laden ships, Brant also delves into other subjects such as royalty in "De Origine et conversatione bonorum Regum. " This lesser-known piece showcases his versatility as he explores themes beyond satire alone. Portraits immortalize famous Germans who have left an indelible mark on history; among them is Sebastian Brant himself. These lithographs serve as testaments to his contributions not only within Germany but also across Europe during the Renaissance era. Through these glimpses into Sebastian Brant's life and works, it becomes evident why he holds such significance in art and literature circles alike. His ability to blend social commentary with humor has made him an enduring figure whose legacy lives on centuries later.