Albrecht Dürer
Albrecht Dürer (1471–1528) was a German Renaissance artist whose contributions to painting, printmaking, and theory cemented his reputation as one of the most significant figures in European art. Born in Nuremberg, Germany, Dürer was a master of various media, excelling in engraving and woodcut printing. His education included studying under the painter Michael Wolgemut and traveling to Italy, where he encountered the works of Leonardo da Vinci and other Renaissance artists. Dürer’s detailed and precise representations of the human figure, as well as his masterful use of perspective and proportions, revolutionized the art world of his time. His most famous works include the woodcut series "Apocalypse" and engravings like "Melencolia I" and "Knight, Death, and the Devil." Dürer’s legacy extends beyond his artistic output; he was also a highly regarded theorist who wrote treatises on geometry, perspective, and human proportions.
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Full Name: Albrecht Dürer
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Birth and Death: 1471–1528
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Profession: Painter, Printmaker, and Theorist
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Influences: Italian Renaissance, Leonardo da Vinci
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Legacy: One of the greatest artists of the Northern Renaissance, Dürer’s works are held in major institutions worldwide, including the Louvre and the British Museum.
