Altarpiece with the Beautiful Virgin of Regensburg and Saints Christopher, Mary Magdalen, Florian and Catherine Standing in Niches, with God the Father Above 1519 - 1538

Albrecht Altdorfer's "Altarpiece with the Beautiful Virgin of Regensburg and Saints Christopher, Mary Magdalen, Florian and Catherine Standing in Niches, with God the Father Above" is an intricate woodcut created between 1519 and 1538. The central figure of the Virgin Mary, depicted with the infant Christ, is surrounded by angels and placed within an elaborate architectural frame. The artwork's intricate details, including the depiction of God the Father above and the various saints in niches, showcase Altdorfer's mastery of the woodcut medium, while also reflecting the artist's keen interest in architectural forms. This work is considered a prominent example of German Renaissance art and remains a fascinating representation of religious imagery and architectural design during this period.