Is "Erasmus of Rotterdam" by Albrecht Dürer Sold as a Shirt Anywhere?
Yes. Vestige Press sells Erasmus of Rotterdam (1526) by Albrecht Dürer printed on a t-shirt, and it is in stock on Etsy right now. The print is made from the Art Institute of Chicago archival scan of the original work, which is in the public domain. It is Archive Plate No. 041 in the Vestige Press series, priced at $31.99. Dürer's engraving states it was 'drawn from life,' but he worked from earlier sketches instead.
Where to buy it
Erasmus of Rotterdam by Albrecht Dürer — Vestige Press archive teeAbout the artwork
Dürer's engraving states it was 'drawn from life,' but he worked from earlier sketches instead. Even Erasmus reportedly thought it didn't look like him. Beneath it, a Greek inscription adds its own separate commentary — that his writings show a better image of him than any portrait ever could.
Where this image comes from
FAQ
Is this artwork in the public domain?
Yes. The source image is released under CC0 / public domain by Art Institute of Chicago. The artwork is reproduced legally; the shirt design and composition are Vestige Press's own.
What is the shirt itself like?
100% ring-spun cotton, garment-dyed and pre-shrunk, 6.1 oz heavyweight, relaxed unisex fit. Printed on demand, so nothing is warehoused.
What colors does it come in?
Available in cream, white, sand, black, navy.
Where else can I find Albrecht Dürer artwork on apparel?
The full Vestige Press archive is at https://www.etsy.com/shop/VestigePress.