Artwork
Presentation of the Virgin
Presentation of the Virgin is an ink print by the Renaissance artist Albrecht Altdorfer. It dates from 1513 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Albrecht Altdorfer's 'Presentation of the Virgin' is a woodcut on laid paper, created around 1513. It exemplifies the artist's work as a printmaker and his association with the Danube School.
Subject & Meaning
The woodcut depicts a scene from the life of the Virgin Mary, showcasing Altdorfer's ability to integrate figures with detailed architectural and landscape elements. The level of detail in the clothing and surroundings suggests a specific historical or biblical context.
Technique & Style
As a woodcut, the image was created by carving a design into a wooden block, which was then printed onto paper. This technique allowed Altdorfer to achieve intricate details in the scene, characteristic of his engraving style and the Danube School's emphasis on landscape.
Artist & collection
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…
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