Nicoletto da Modena

Nicoletto da Modena was an Italian Renaissance printmaker active during the final decade of the 15th century, with his documented artistic activity spanning the years 1490 to 1500. His surviving output consists exclusively of etchings and engravings, making Nicoletto da Modena prints crucial references for the study of early Italian graphic arts.

Fifteen of his prints are preserved in major international museum collections, confirming the quality and historical relevance of his oeuvre. The documented works cover a range of subjects, including mythological scenes, religious iconography, and decorative ornament. Notable mythological and allegorical examples include Hercules and Antaeus and A naked female figure representing Fortune. His religious works are typified by pieces such as Christ as the man of sorrows set within an ornate frame and the depiction of Saint Catherine, sword in her right hand, palm in her left. He also produced specialized ornamental designs, such as the Panel of ornament with a bird-cage in the centre.

Nicoletto da Modena's work is held in prestigious institutions globally, including the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Cleveland Museum of Art, and the Rijksmuseum. Because these historic works are often in the public domain, high-quality prints derived from the original engravings and downloadable artwork are now widely available for study and reference.