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Toronto's Art Gallery of Ontario 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.
Art Gallery of Ontario
💎 Hidden GemToronto · 1 work 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 Toronto?
Our current data shows 1 Albrecht Dürer painting on display in Toronto, held at the Art Gallery of Ontario.
Which museum in Toronto has the most Albrecht Dürer paintings?
Art Gallery of Ontario holds all 1 known Albrecht Dürer work in Toronto.
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 Toronto
The Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO) is in the Dundas West area, reached by the Dundas streetcar from downtown. The AGO is free for those under 25. The Aga Khan Museum in the northeast is also outstanding and worth a half-day visit.
Artwork data sourced from Wikidata. Coverage varies — always confirm with the museum before visiting.