Albrecht Dürer

German, 1471–1528

Albrecht Dürer (1471–1528) was a German painter, printmaker, and theorist associated with the German Renaissance. Born in Nuremberg, he gained recognition across Europe in his twenties for his woodcut prints and later specialized in engravings. Dürer introduced classical motifs and the nude into Northern art, influenced by Italian artists and German humanists. His writings addressed mathematical principles in linear perspective and body proportions.

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573 artworks

Albrecht Dürer's 'Six Studies of Pillows' showcases intricate details of various pillow designs.

Six Studies of Pillows

Albrecht Dürer

Albrecht Dürer's 'The Fourth Knot' features intricate designs and a central medallion.

The Fourth Knot. Interlaced Roundel with a Round Medallion in its Center

Albrecht Dürer

This artwork features intricate interlaced designs and a central scalloped shield.

The Third Knot. Interlaced Roundel with Eight Wreaths and a Scalloped Shield in its Center

Albrecht Dürer

Albrecht Dürer's 'Four Naked Women' depicts four figures in a mystical setting.

Four Naked Women (The Four Witches)

Albrecht Dürer

Albrecht Dürer's painting depicts the New Choir of St Gertrudis in Bergen op Zoom.

The New Choir of St Gertrudis in Bergen op Zoom

Albrecht Dürer

Albrecht Dürer's 'The Second Knot' features intricate designs and an Amazon shield.

The Second Knot. Interlaced Roundel with an Amazon Shield in its Center

Albrecht Dürer

Roof van Proserpina etching by Albrecht Dürer, featuring a serene figure surrounded by foliage.

Roof van Proserpina

Albrecht Dürer

The Madonna gazes directly at the viewer, holding a red carnation and a small apple with the child.

The Madonna of the Carnation

Albrecht Dürer

A wide landscape featuring rose-colored earth and green hills under a pale sky.

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The Madonna in deep blue with the Christ Child reaching for a siskin, surrounded by cherubs and a landscape.

Madonna with the Siskin

Albrecht Dürer

A young woman with a red beret gazes directly at the viewer, exuding quiet confidence.

Portrait of a Young Woman with a (Red) Beret

Albrecht Dürer

A young woman with braided hair gazes confidently, holding a sprig of fennel or dill, dressed in a luminous red gown.

Portrait of a Young Woman with braided hair

Albrecht Dürer

A portrait of a man with silvery hair and beard, gazing directly at the viewer against a cool blue background.

Portrait of Hieronymus Holzschuher

Albrecht Dürer

A detailed portrait of Jakob Fugger the Rich, showcasing his intense gaze and fur collar against a blue background.

Portrait of Jakob Fugger the Rich

Albrecht Dürer

A portrait of Oswolt Krel with a direct gaze, fur collar, and a vivid red backdrop.

Portrait of Oswolt Krel: Oswolt Krel

Albrecht Dürer

A dignified man lost in thought, holding red beads against a deep green background.

Portrait of the artist's father

Albrecht Dürer

Albrecht Dürer's 'The Sixth Knot' features intricate interlaced designs.

The Sixth Knot. Interlaced Roundel with Seven Wreaths

Albrecht Dürer

A kneeling figure in red reaches for a pale child emerging from the water, surrounded by anxious onlookers.

Wunderbare Errettung eines ertrunkenen Knaben aus Bregenz

Albrecht Dürer

Hercules draws his bow, poised to strike at the Stymphalian birds above a distant fortified town.

Hercules Killing the Stymphalian Birds

Albrecht Dürer

The Madonna in a deep blue mantle with the Christ Child on her lap, set against a vivid red curtain.

Haller Madonna

Albrecht Dürer

A Madonna gazes gently at her child, who holds a flower, with soft fabric and delicate details.

Mary and Child

Albrecht Dürer

A detailed portrait of Michael Wolgemut, showcasing his lined face and piercing gaze against a vivid green background.

Portrait of the Nuremberg Painter Michael Wolgemut

Albrecht Dürer

The Virgin Mary leans over the sleeping Christ child, surrounded by cherubs and saints in a detailed altarpiece.

Dresden Altarpiece

Albrecht Dürer

A young Venetian woman with a downward gaze, intricate hair, and a necklace, set against a black background.

Portrait of a Venetian Woman

Albrecht Dürer

A woman with a monumental white headdress and a rich red garment, holding a rosary against a deep green background.

Portrait of Barbara Holper

Albrecht Dürer

A blue-robed Madonna holds the infant Christ, surrounded by angels and musicians in a vibrant, ceremonial scene.

Feast of the Rosary

Albrecht Dürer

A portrait of Burkard von Speyer, featuring a pale face, reddish hair, and a black beret against a dark background.

Burkard von Speyer

Albrecht Dürer

A vivid depiction of mourners surrounding the lifeless body of Christ, with detailed landscape and expressive gestures.

Lamentation of Christ

Albrecht Dürer

A portrait of Emperor Maximilian I, showcasing his direct gaze and fur collar, with an imperial orb in hand.

Emperor Maximilian I

Albrecht Dürer

The Virgin Mary crowned amidst cherubs and apostles in a vibrant altarpiece.

Heller Altarpiece

Albrecht Dürer

A young man with a pale face and red background, gazing thoughtfully with a slight smile.

Portrait of a Young Man

Albrecht Dürer

This artwork features intricate interlaced roundels and stars.

The Fifth Knot. Interlaced Roundel with Seven Six-pointed Stars

Albrecht Dürer

Holy Family with the Butterfly by Albrecht Dürer

Holy Family with the Butterfly

Albrecht Dürer