hans baldung

Baldung’s main legacy consists of works on religious subjects and portraits. His paintings are characterized by harmonious color and meticulous, precise detailing. He paid special attention to the depiction of his subjects’ faces, striving to portray them as naturally and vividly as possible, without idealization. Baldung’s portraits are always marked by a clear and distinctive characterization of the sitter. Hans Baldung’s greatest masterpiece is the altarpiece of Freiburg Cathedral, in which the artist blends elements of German Gothic and Renaissance technique. His works are held in the collections of various European museums, including the Staatsgalerie Stuttgart and the Albertina Museum in Vienna. Purchase digital reproductions of Hans Baldung’s renowned paintings on our website and bring the magic of the German Renaissance into your home!