Altarpiece with the Beautiful Virgin of Regensburg and Saints Christopher, Mary Magdalen, Florian and Catherine Standing in Niches, with God the Father Above

Albrecht Altdorfer

Created:
Movement:
1519/38
Renaissance
key Notes:
Gothic Revival, Religious Iconography
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Dimensions:
Image/block/sheet: 30.2 × 22 cm (11 15/16 × 8 11/16 in.)
medium:
Woodcut in black on cream laid paper
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Altarpiece with the Beautiful Virgin of Regensburg and Saints

The "Altarpiece with the Beautiful Virgin of Regensburg and Saints Christopher, Mary Magdalen, Florian and Catherine Standing in Niches, with God the Father Above" is a notable work by Albrecht Altdorfer, created between 1519 and 1538. This piece is executed in woodcut, a medium that allows for intricate detail and bold contrasts, printed in black on cream laid paper. Altdorfer, a prominent figure of the Danube School, is recognized for his pioneering contributions to landscape art and his innovative use of perspective and light. The altarpiece reflects the religious fervor of the period, depicting revered saints alongside the Virgin Mary, a common theme in Altdorfer's oeuvre. Historically, the work underscores the transition from Gothic to Renaissance art in Germany, illustrating Altdorfer's role in this artistic evolution. His works are celebrated for their emotional depth and technical precision, influencing subsequent generations of artists.

Description of the work:

The artwork "Altarpiece with the Beautiful Virgin of Regensburg and Saints Christopher, Mary Magdalen, Florian and Catherine Standing in Niches, with God the Father Above" by Albrecht Altdorfer, created between 1519 and 1538, is a woodcut on cream laid paper that exemplifies the Northern Renaissance style with its intricate detailing and religious iconography. This piece features a central depiction of the Virgin Mary surrounded by saints in architectural niches, with God the Father presiding above, reflecting the period's emphasis on divine hierarchy and spiritual reverence.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Art Institute of Chicago

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Altarpiece with the Beautiful Virgin of Regensburg and Saints Christopher, Mary Magdalen, Florian and Catherine Standing in Niches, with God the Father Above