Albrecht Altdorfer
1480
—
1538
Germany
Albrecht Altdorfer (Germany, 1480–1538) was a prominent painter and printmaker, born in Regensburg and known for his contributions to the Danube School of painting.
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Albrecht Altdorfer (1480–1538) was a German painter, printmaker, and architect associated with the Renaissance movement. He is best known for his landscape paintings and his role in the development of the genre in Northern Europe. Altdorfer was a key figure in the Danube School, which emphasized the natural world and emotional expression in art. His notable works include "The Battle of Alexander at Issus" and "The Large Landscape with a Ruined Castle." Altdorfer's innovative approach to landscape and his integration of narrative elements had a lasting impact on the evolution of European art. Specific details about his early life and training remain unknown.