Erasmo De Rotterdam 1520

Albrecht Dürer's "Erasmo De Rotterdam" is a powerful portrait created in 1520 using silverpoint on paper. The drawing depicts the humanist scholar Erasmo de Rotterdam, known for his work on the New Testament. Dürer's masterful use of line and shading create a sense of depth and realism, capturing the subject's thoughtful expression and intellectual presence. This intimate portrait showcases Dürer's skill in capturing human likeness and is a testament to the artist's commitment to precise observation.