Portrait of Caspar tower and a river landscape 1520

Albrecht Dürer’s “Portrait of Caspar Tower and a River Landscape” is a 1520 silverpoint drawing that features the sitter Caspar Tower, a prominent figure in Nuremberg. The drawing is a masterpiece of Northern Renaissance portraiture, demonstrating Dürer’s skill in capturing the likeness and personality of his subject. This particular work exhibits a striking use of light and shadow, highlighting the sitter’s facial features with precise detail. The inclusion of a river landscape in the background adds depth and context, suggesting the sitter’s connection to the natural world.