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printmaking and drawing as expressive mediums. The exhibition acknowledges the dedication of curators,
Structured around twelve thematic sections, the directors, and scholars whose meticulous efforts have
exhibition explores the distinctive characteristics of each preserved and expanded this exceptional resource.
era, while highlighting connections across historical This exhibition invites audiences to appreciate the
and stylistic shifts. The first level of exploration focuses timeless significance of drawing and printmaking, tracing
on the technical diversity of drawings and prints, how these mediums have continuously evolved while
showcasing an array of artistic techniques. On a deeper remaining true to their core artistic essence.
level, the exhibition examines the function of these
works, inviting visitors to reflect on how they shaped
artistic developments and maintained their essential Leonardo da Vinci (Anchiano, 1452–Amboise, 1519) Studies of Heads, ca.
qualities across changing trends. 1504–05, Soft black chalk or charcoal and some traces of red chalk on paper
191 × 188 mm. Museum of Fine Arts, Budapest; inv. no. 1775. Purchased from
the Esterházy Collection, 1871. © 2025 Museum of Fine Arts, Budapest

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