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

Albrecht Altdorfer, ca. 1520

This is a drawing of an ornate religious altar. The drawing features a central figure that appears to be of religious significance, surrounded by smaller angelic figures. This central character is framed within a grand, architecturally detailed altar structure complete with arches, columns, and intricate decorative elements including floral motifs and geometric patterns. On either side of the central figure, at different levels, are additional figures that seem to be seated or standing within niches, each of them surrounded by distinctive arch designs. The architectural design is highly symmetrical, showcasing classical elements such as pediments and detailed cornices along with elaborate ornamentation.
Kunstenaar
Albrecht Altdorfer
Datering
ca. 1520
Soort
Prent
Techniek
woodcut on laid paper
Afmetingen
30 × 22 cm
Collectie
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licentie
Publiek domein, CC0

Beeldbeschrijving

This is a drawing of an ornate religious altar. The drawing features a central figure that appears to be of religious significance, surrounded by smaller angelic figures. This central character is framed within a grand, architecturally detailed altar structure complete with arches, columns, and intricate decorative elements including floral motifs and geometric patterns. On either side of the central figure, at different levels, are additional figures that seem to be seated or standing within niches, each of them surrounded by distinctive arch designs. The architectural design is highly symmetrical, showcasing classical elements such as pediments and detailed cornices along with elaborate ornamentation.

Albrecht Altdorfer