Artwork
Landscape of Danube near Regensburg
Landscape of Danube near Regensburg is an unspecified painting by the Early Baroque Italian artist Albrecht Altdorfer. It dates from 1528 and is held in the collection of the Bavarian State Painting Collections.
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Overview
Albrecht Altdorfer's 'Landscape of Danube near Regensburg' is a 1528 painting on parchment, exemplifying the artist's contribution to the Danube School, a group known for expressive landscapes.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a serene forest landscape at dusk, with a winding path leading to a small structure nestled between hills, evoking a sense of tranquility and contemplation.
Technique & Style
Altdorfer employed thin, layered brushstrokes to achieve depth in the trees and sky, utilizing chiaroscuro to create a soft, glowing light that imbues the scene with a peaceful atmosphere.
History & Provenance
Created by a German Renaissance painter and architect, the work is now held in the Alte Pinakothek, representing an early example of landscape as a standalone subject in art.
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Artist
Albrecht Altdorfer (c. 1480 – 12 February 1538) was a German painter, engraver and architect of the Renaissance working in Regensburg. Along with Lucas Cranach the Elder and Wolf Huber he is regarded to be the main…
