Hans Baldung (called Hans Baldung Grien)

Hans Baldung Grien was a German painter and printmaker active during the Renaissance, born in 1484 and passing away in 1545. He was a prominent student of Albrecht Dürer and is known for his innovative use of color and complex compositions. Baldung's work often explored themes of witchcraft, death, and the human condition, reflecting the anxieties of his time. His contributions to the art of woodcut printing were significant, and he played a key role in the development of German Renaissance art. Despite his influence, many details of his early life remain unknown.