Five Soldiers and a Turk on Horseback
Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art
c. 1495
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Edinburgh's Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art holds 1 work 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.
Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art
Edinburgh · 1 work on display
The National Gallery on Trafalgar Square houses one of the world's great collections of Western European painting, from the 13th to the 19th century, with particular strength in the Dutch Golden Age and Impressionism. Entry to the permanent collection is free.
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 Edinburgh?
Our current data shows 1 Albrecht Dürer painting on display in Edinburgh, held at the Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art.
Which museum in Edinburgh has the most Albrecht Dürer paintings?
Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art holds all 1 known Albrecht Dürer work in Edinburgh.
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 Edinburgh
Edinburgh's Scottish National Gallery is in the city centre between the Old and New Towns, with an excellent collection that is free to enter. The Scottish National Museum of Modern Art is a 15-minute walk or short taxi from the centre. Edinburgh is very walkable but hilly — comfortable shoes are essential.
Artwork data sourced from Wikidata. Coverage varies — always confirm with the museum before visiting.