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

Barbara Rosina von Lisiewska (1713 - 1783)
Barbara Rosina von Lisiewska
1713 - 1783
Peter Schwingen (1813 - 1863)
Peter Schwingen
1813 - 1863
Adolf Bock (1890 - 1968)
Adolf Bock
1890 - 1968
Edgar Ende (1901 - 1965)
Edgar Ende
1901 - 1965
Christian Maximilian Baer (1853 - 1911)
Christian Maximilian Baer
1853 - 1911
Boris Georgievich Birger (1923 - 2001)
Boris Georgievich Birger
1923 - 2001
Eduard Pistorius (1796 - 1862)
Eduard Pistorius
1796 - 1862
Andreas Kramer (1959)
Andreas Kramer
1959
Hubert Kaplan (1940)
Hubert Kaplan
1940
Franz Xaver Nachtmann (1799 - 1846)
Franz Xaver Nachtmann
1799 - 1846
Albert Kindler (1833 - 1876)
Albert Kindler
1833 - 1876
Rudolf Holbe (1848 - 1926)
Rudolf Holbe
1848 - 1926
Johann Heinrich Schönfeld (1609 - 1684)
Johann Heinrich Schönfeld
1609 - 1684
Fritz Genkinger (1934 - 2017)
Fritz Genkinger
1934 - 2017
Daniel Stocker (1865 - 1957)
Daniel Stocker
1865 - 1957
Naftali Bezem (1924 - 2018)
Naftali Bezem
1924 - 2018

Creators Northern Renaissance

Giovanni Agostino da Lodi (1470 - 1515)
Giovanni Agostino da Lodi
1470 - 1515
Francesco Guicciardini (1483 - 1540)
Francesco Guicciardini
1483 - 1540
Cola Rapicano (1451 - 1488)
Cola Rapicano
1451 - 1488
Bernardo Zenale (1463 - 1525)
Bernardo Zenale
1463 - 1525
Michelangelo Anselmi (1492 - 1556)
Michelangelo Anselmi
1492 - 1556
El Greco (1541 - 1614)
El Greco
1541 - 1614
 Domenico di Zanobi ()
Domenico di Zanobi
Hans Baldung (1484 - 1545)
Hans Baldung
1484 - 1545
Lucas van Doetecum (1501 - 1579)
Lucas van Doetecum
1501 - 1579
Johannes Crastonis (XV century - 1498)
Johannes Crastonis
XV century - 1498
Jacob Grimmer (1525 - 1590)
Jacob Grimmer
1525 - 1590
Daniel Meisner (1585 - 1625)
Daniel Meisner
1585 - 1625
Hans Rottenhammer the Younger (1622 - 1668)
Hans Rottenhammer the Younger
1622 - 1668
Prospero Fontana (1512 - 1597)
Prospero Fontana
1512 - 1597
Sigismondo Foschi (1495 - 1536)
Sigismondo Foschi
1495 - 1536
 Master of the Llangattock Hours (XV century - XV century)
Master of the Llangattock Hours
XV century - XV century
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