Melencolia I, 1514, Engraving; second state, sheet: 9 9/16 x 7 7/16 in. (24.3 x 18.9 cm) trimmed to plate line, Prints, Albrecht D?rer (German, Nuremberg 1471?1528 Nuremberg), The winged figure in Melencolia I has inspired many readings over its long