Bechtold, A. (1925)
Book Summary
A biographical study of Georg Pfründt, a 17th-century German artist known for his expertise in medal-making, engraving, and wax modeling. It explores Pfründt’s artistic journey from his early training in Nuremberg to his experiences in military service and his eventual establishment as a medallist across various European courts, including France and Germany. The text discusses his influences, particularly Jean Varin in Paris, and his contributions to the art of portrait medals, highlighting his commissions for European nobility. The book examines the broader socio-economic and artistic contexts of the period, particularly the decline of medal art during and after the Thirty Years' War. The study presents an inventory of Pfründt’s known works, including medallions, wax models, and engravings, some of which were preserved in private collections.
