Albrecht Altdorfer

Unknown 16th Century

Associated Names
This is an engraved portrait showing the upper body of a man depicted from the chest up. The man is in a slightly turned position, facing forward with a calm expression. He has distinct facial features, including prominent eyes and a long, pointed beard. The hair on his head is short, covered partially by a cap. His clothing includes a high-collared garment with a fur trim. There are no noticeable pieces of jewelry or objects being held by him. The background features a lined pattern, encased within an oval frame, with the initials 'A.D.' placed to the right of the man's head. The name "ALBRECHT ALTDORFER" is written below the portrait.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    engraving on laid paper

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Dimensions

    plate: 6.2 × 4.6 cm (2 7/16 × 1 13/16 in.)
    sheet: 25.5 × 18.3 cm (10 1/16 × 7 3/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1980.45.500


Artwork history & notes

Provenance

J. E. Herings, Bamberg (Lugt 2698)

Associated Names

Wikidata ID

Q65565560

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