Albrecht Altdorfer (1480 - 1538)

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Albrecht Altdorfer

Albrecht Altdorfer, a notable German painter, engraver, and architect of the Renaissance era, was especially recognized for his contributions to landscape painting. Born around 1480, Altdorfer was a pivotal figure in the Danube School, distinguishing himself with his integration of natural landscapes into biblical and historical narratives.

His works are celebrated for their detailed and expressive landscapes, often serving as backdrops to religious and historical scenes. A hallmark of his style is the emotional intensity and vivid use of colors, which border on expressionistic in his religious scenes, particularly seen in works like the Sebastian Altar in St. Florian's Priory. Altdorfer's painting, "The Battle of Alexander at Issus," stands out for its epic portrayal of Alexander the Great's victory, showcasing Altdorfer's talent in blending historical narrative with dramatic landscape settings.

In addition to his artistic pursuits, Altdorfer was actively involved in the civic life of Regensburg, serving as its mayor in 1528. His legacy in the art world is profound, with his innovative approach to landscape painting influencing the course of European art​.

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Date and place of birt:1480, Regensburg, Germany
Date and place of death:12 february 1538, Regensburg, Germany
Nationality:Germany
Period of activity: XV, XVI century
Specialization:Architect, Artist, Draftsman, Engraver, Painter
Art school / group:Danube school, Little Master
Genre:History painting, Landscape painting, Religious genre
Art style:Northern Renaissance, Renaissance

Creators Germany

Helge Leiberg (1954)
Helge Leiberg
1954
Julius Seyler (1873 - 1955)
Julius Seyler
1873 - 1955
Anselm Reyle (1970)
Anselm Reyle
1970
Wolf Reuther (1917 - 2004)
Wolf Reuther
1917 - 2004
Johann Nepomuk Ott (1804 - 1870)
Johann Nepomuk Ott
1804 - 1870
Victor Paul Mohn (1842 - 1911)
Victor Paul Mohn
1842 - 1911
Harald Schmitz-Schmelzer (1953 - 2019)
Harald Schmitz-Schmelzer
1953 - 2019
Johann Michael Schwabeda (1734 - 1794)
Johann Michael Schwabeda
1734 - 1794
Karl Stirner (1882 - 1943)
Karl Stirner
1882 - 1943
Fritz Genkinger (1934 - 2017)
Fritz Genkinger
1934 - 2017
Hans Rottenhammer (1564 - 1624)
Hans Rottenhammer
1564 - 1624
Fritz Ebel (1835 - 1895)
Fritz Ebel
1835 - 1895
Jan Voss (1936)
Jan Voss
1936
Franz Wieschenbrink (1818 - 1884)
Franz Wieschenbrink
1818 - 1884
Johann Adam Bauer (1743 - 1780)
Johann Adam Bauer
1743 - 1780
Johann Emil Hünten (1827 - 1902)
Johann Emil Hünten
1827 - 1902

Creators Northern Renaissance

Melozzo da Forlì (1438 - 1494)
Melozzo da Forlì
1438 - 1494
Jacopo de' Barbari (1460 - 1516)
Jacopo de' Barbari
1460 - 1516
Hans Mielich (1516 - 1573)
Hans Mielich
1516 - 1573
Dosso Dossi (1489 - 1542)
Dosso Dossi
1489 - 1542
 Master of the Fiesole Epiphany (1425 - 1496)
Master of the Fiesole Epiphany
1425 - 1496
Andrea del Castagno (1423 - 1457)
Andrea del Castagno
1423 - 1457
Theodoor Van Thulden (1606 - 1669)
Theodoor Van Thulden
1606 - 1669
Marco d'Oggiono (1470 - 1549)
Marco d'Oggiono
1470 - 1549
Master of the Die (1512 - 1570)
Master of the Die
1512 - 1570
Alvaro Pires d'Évora (1390 - 1450)
Alvaro Pires d'Évora
1390 - 1450
Israhel van Meckenem (1445 - 1503)
Israhel van Meckenem
1445 - 1503
Giacomo Pacchiarotti (1474 - 1540)
Giacomo Pacchiarotti
1474 - 1540
Giovanni Girolamo Savoldo (1480 - 1540)
Giovanni Girolamo Savoldo
1480 - 1540
Heinrich Aldegrever (1502 - 1562)
Heinrich Aldegrever
1502 - 1562
Giulio Raibolini (1487 - 1545)
Giulio Raibolini
1487 - 1545
Marco Basaiti (1470 - 1530)
Marco Basaiti
1470 - 1530