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Hans Burgkmair The Elder Collection

Hans Burgkmair the Elder was a renowned German painter and woodcut artist during the Renaissance period

Background imageHans Burgkmair The Elder Collection: Christ's body carried to the Tomb, 1520. Creator: Hans Burgkmair, the Elder

Christ's body carried to the Tomb, 1520. Creator: Hans Burgkmair, the Elder
Christ's body carried to the Tomb, 1520

Background imageHans Burgkmair The Elder Collection: Adoration of the Magi, n.d. Creator: Studio of Hans Burgkmair, the elder German

Adoration of the Magi, n.d. Creator: Studio of Hans Burgkmair, the elder German
Adoration of the Magi, n.d

Background imageHans Burgkmair The Elder Collection: Adoration of the Magi, n.d. Creator: Studio of Hans Burgkmair, the elder German

Adoration of the Magi, n.d. Creator: Studio of Hans Burgkmair, the elder German
Adoration of the Magi, n.d

Background imageHans Burgkmair The Elder Collection: Missal for Passau, 1505. Creators: Hans Burgkmair, the Elder, Erhard Ratdolt

Missal for Passau, 1505. Creators: Hans Burgkmair, the Elder, Erhard Ratdolt
Missal for Passau, 1505

Background imageHans Burgkmair The Elder Collection: Reproduction of print showing King and queen in garden, between 1915 and 1925

Reproduction of print showing King and queen in garden, between 1915 and 1925. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Reproduction of print showing King and queen in garden, between 1915 and 1925. Photograph of woodcut by Hans Burgkmair in Chapter 64, Der Weiss Kunig (The Life and Reign of Maximilian I), 1765

Background imageHans Burgkmair The Elder Collection: Officia M.T.C. Von den tugentsamen ämptern, 1531. Creators: Marcus Tullius Cicero, Hans Burgkmair

Officia M.T.C. Von den tugentsamen ämptern, 1531. Creators: Marcus Tullius Cicero, Hans Burgkmair, the Elder
Officia M.T.C. Von den tugentsamen amptern, 1531

Background imageHans Burgkmair The Elder Collection: Carpenters, ca. 1500. Creator: Hans Burgkmair, the Elder

Carpenters, ca. 1500. Creator: Hans Burgkmair, the Elder
Carpenters, ca.1500. Scene from a 1775 edition of Der Weisskunig or The White King, a chivalric novel written between 1505 and 1516

Background imageHans Burgkmair The Elder Collection: Illustration from The White King (Der WeiBKonig), 15th-16th Century

Illustration from The White King (Der WeiBKonig), 15th-16th Century
Illustration from The White King (Der Weisz Konig), 15th-16th Century

Background imageHans Burgkmair The Elder Collection: The Three Jewish Heroes (Die Drei Guten Juden), from Heroes and Heroines, 1516

The Three Jewish Heroes (Die Drei Guten Juden), from Heroes and Heroines, 1516

Background imageHans Burgkmair The Elder Collection: Saint George on Horseback, 1508 / 1518. Creator: Hans Burgkmair, the Elder

Saint George on Horseback, 1508 / 1518. Creator: Hans Burgkmair, the Elder
Saint George on Horseback, 1508/1518

Background imageHans Burgkmair The Elder Collection: Hans Burgkmair The Elder, 1473A

Hans Burgkmair The Elder, 1473A

Background imageHans Burgkmair The Elder Collection: The Crucifixion, 1527. Creator: Hans Burgkmair, the Elder

The Crucifixion, 1527. Creator: Hans Burgkmair, the Elder
The Crucifixion, 1527

Background imageHans Burgkmair The Elder Collection: Portrait of the Emperor Maximilian, 1518. Artist: Hans Burgkmair, the Elder

Portrait of the Emperor Maximilian, 1518. Artist: Hans Burgkmair, the Elder
Portrait of the Emperor Maximilian, 1518. Maximilian I (1459-1519), the son of Frederick III, Holy Roman Emperor, and Eleanor of Portugal

Background imageHans Burgkmair The Elder Collection: German Helmsmith at Work, c1515. Artist: Hans Burgkmair, the Elder

German Helmsmith at Work, c1515. Artist: Hans Burgkmair, the Elder
German Helmsmith at Work, c1515. A drawing from the AEneid of Henry von Waldeck, shows a helmsmith forging a flat topped helm with fixed visor and face guard


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Hans Burgkmair the Elder was a renowned German painter and woodcut artist during the Renaissance period. Known for his intricate designs and attention to detail, Burgkmair's work often depicted religious scenes, mythological figures, and portraits of nobility. His skillful use of color and composition set him apart from his contemporaries, earning him a reputation as one of the leading artists of his time. Burgkmair's influence extended beyond just his artwork - he also played a significant role in shaping the artistic community in Augsburg, where he lived and worked for much of his life. He trained numerous apprentices who went on to become successful artists in their own right, further solidifying his legacy in the art world. Despite facing challenges such as competition from other artists and changing tastes in art styles, Burgkmair remained dedicated to honing his craft throughout his career. His commitment to excellence is evident in the timeless beauty of his paintings and prints, which continue to captivate audiences centuries after they were created. Today, Hans Burgkmair the Elder is remembered as a master artist whose contributions helped shape the course of European art history. His works serve as a testament to both his talent and dedication to creating lasting beauty through visual storytelling.