Publisher's Synopsis
Albrecht Durer by L. Jessie Allen is a comprehensive biography of the famous German artist and printmaker, Albrecht Durer. The book explores Durer's life and work, from his early years in Nuremberg to his travels throughout Europe, and his enduring legacy as one of the greatest artists of the Renaissance. The author delves into Durer's artistic techniques and innovations, including his use of perspective, his mastery of engraving and woodcutting, and his influence on the development of printmaking. Allen also examines Durer's personal life, including his relationships with his family, friends, and patrons, and his enduring impact on the art world. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the life and work of Albrecht Durer, and the broader history of Renaissance art.1903. With 40 illustrations. Durer, painter, printmaker, draughtsman and art theorist, is generally regarded as the greatest German Renaissance artist. Contents: Art in Nurnberg in the Middle Ages; Albrecht Durer�������s Early Days; Durer�������s Return to Nurnberg and Marriage to Agnes Frey in 1494; Durer�������s Studio in Nurnberg. Early Works of 1498-1505; Durer�������s Engravings; Durer�������s Life in Venice, 1505-1507, and Return to Nurnberg; Durer�������s Woodcuts and Engravings. His Work for Kaiser Maximilian, 1511-1519; The Journey to the Netherlands, 1520-1521; and Life in Nurnberg from 1521-1528.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
