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Veit Stoss

c. 1447–1533 · 16th century · Also known as Wit Stwosz

Veit Stoss was a German sculptor and woodcarver of the late Gothic period, active mainly in Nuremberg and Kraków. His masterpiece, the high altar of St. Mary's Basilica in Kraków, was completed in 1489. Back in Nuremberg he was branded on both cheeks for forgery in 1503, but went on to carve works such as the Annunciation hanging in the church of St. Lorenz.

Veit Stoss
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Free Imperial City of Nuremberg

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