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Sydney's Art Gallery of New South Wales holds 2 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.
Art Gallery of New South Wales
💎 Hidden GemSydney · 2 works on display
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 Sydney?
Our current data shows 2 Albrecht Dürer paintings on display in Sydney, spread across the Art Gallery of New South Wales. Coverage is based on Wikidata records and may not reflect every work currently on display.
Which museum in Sydney has the most Albrecht Dürer paintings?
Art Gallery of New South Wales holds all 2 known Albrecht Dürer works in Sydney.
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 Sydney
The Art Gallery of NSW is a short walk from the CBD or reachable by bus, and entry to the permanent collection is free. The Museum of Contemporary Art Australia is on Circular Quay, opposite the ferry terminals — easily combined with a harbour visit. Major temporary exhibitions charge separately at both venues.
Artwork data sourced from Wikidata. Coverage varies — always confirm with the museum before visiting.