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15 works across 1 institution
Dresden's Gemäldegalerie Alte Meister holds 15 works by Albrecht Dürer (1471–1528) — the city's entire known holding of this artist in a single institution.
Dürer was the leading figure of the Northern Renaissance and the first artist north of the Alps to fully engage with Italian Renaissance theory and ideals. Born in Nuremberg, he also travelled to Venice and the Netherlands, and was celebrated across Europe as much for his prints and engravings as his paintings.
Gemäldegalerie Alte Meister
Dresden · 15 works on display
The Gemäldegalerie holds one of Europe's finest collections of Old Master painting — over 1,700 works spanning the 13th to 18th centuries, with particular strength in Dutch and Flemish masters. The building is purpose-built and easy to navigate; allow at least three hours.
The Seven Sorrows of the Virgin: The Flight into Egypt
Gemäldegalerie Alte Meister
c. 1496
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About the artist
Albrecht Dürer
German · Northern Renaissance · 1471–1528
Dürer was the leading figure of the Northern Renaissance and the first artist north of the Alps to fully engage with Italian Renaissance theory and ideals. Born in Nuremberg, he also travelled to Venice and the Netherlands, and was celebrated across Europe as much for his prints and engravings as his paintings.
Key works
Young HareSelf-Portrait at Twenty-EightFour Apostles
Frequently asked questions
How many Albrecht Dürer paintings are on display in Dresden?
Our current data shows 15 Albrecht Dürer paintings on display in Dresden, spread across the Gemäldegalerie Alte Meister. Coverage is based on Wikidata records and may not reflect every work currently on display.
Which museum in Dresden has the most Albrecht Dürer paintings?
Gemäldegalerie Alte Meister holds all 15 known Albrecht Dürer works in Dresden.
Where else can I see Albrecht Dürer's paintings?
Albrecht Dürer's paintings are distributed across museums in multiple countries. Our artist page lists every city in our collection where their work is currently on display — use it to plan a multi-city trip or find works closer to home. Browse all cities for Albrecht Dürer →
Planning your visit to Dresden
Dresden's Staatliche Kunstsammlungen is one of Europe's finest museum collections, housed across multiple venues in the historic Altstadt. The Gemäldegalerie Alte Meister and the Grünes Gewölbe are the jewels of the collection. Most venues offer reduced admission on Wednesdays.
Artwork data sourced from Wikidata. Coverage varies — always confirm with the museum before visiting.