Albrecht Altdorfer

1516

The Entombment

Albrecht Altdorfer’s "The Entombment" (1516) – a stunning oil painting of Christ's entombment. Explore Northern Renaissance art, dramatic chiaroscuro & rich symbolism at the Kunsthistorisches Museum.

Christ On The Cross (detail) — Albrecht Altdorfer

Albrecht Altdorfer (1480-1538) revolutionized German art with his pioneering landscapes, notably ‘Landscape with Footbridge,’ blending biblical narratives with dramatic Alpine scenery. His meticulous engravings and paintings exemplify the Danube School’s innovative approach to artistic expression.