Portrait of Hieronymus Holzschuher, 1526 Albrecht Durer (1471-1528)

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We will add 1.6" (4 cm) additional blank canvas all over the painting for stretching.

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Albrecht Dürer's "Portrait of Hieronymus Holzschuher" from 1526 is a stunning example of Renaissance portraiture that showcases the artist's mastery of technique and his keen eye for human character. The painting, now housed in the Gemäldegalerie in Berlin, captures the essence of its subject with remarkable precision and depth.

At first glance, what strikes the viewer is the intensity of Holzschuher's gaze. His piercing blue eyes seem to bore right through you, hinting at a forceful personality beneath the surface. Dürer's skill in rendering the human form is on full display here - every strand of Holzschuher's wild, wispy white hair and beard is meticulously detailed, creating a sense of barely contained energy.

The composition is deceptively simple, yet brilliant in its execution. Holzschuher is positioned slightly off-center against a plain, light background that allows the subject to command our full attention. His head is tilted ever so slightly, adding a subtle dynamism to the portrait. The play of light across his face creates a sculptural quality, emphasizing the strong bone structure and weathered skin of this clearly formidable man.

Dürer's palette is restrained but incredibly effective. Rich, warm browns dominate the painting, from Holzschuher's fur-trimmed coat to the deeper shadows of his face. These earthy tones are beautifully offset by the cool blues of his eyes and the silvery white of his hair. It's a masterclass in how a limited color scheme can create maximum impact.

What's truly remarkable about this portrait is how Dürer manages to convey both the outer appearance and inner life of his subject. There's a hint of a frown on Holzschuher's brow, and the set of his mouth suggests a man of strong opinions. Yet there's also a spark of intelligence in those eyes, and perhaps even a touch of humor. It's a complex, nuanced portrayal that feels startlingly modern in its psychological depth.

This painting represents the culmination of Dürer's skills as a portraitist. His time in the Netherlands clearly influenced his approach, resulting in a work that combines Northern European precision with Italian Renaissance ideals of composition and form. It's a portrait that not only captures a moment in time but also speaks to the universal human experience - the complexity of character, the weight of years, and the indomitable spirit that can shine through even in old age.