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Wilhelm Waetzoldt: Exploring the Masterpieces of Albrecht Durer Wilhelm Waetzoldt, a renowned art historian and curator

Background imageWilhelm Waetzoldt Collection: The Capture of Christ, 1510, (1936). Artist: Albrecht Durer

The Capture of Christ, 1510, (1936). Artist: Albrecht Durer
The Capture of Christ, 1510, (1936). Scene from the Great Passion series. A print from Durer, Und Seine Zeit, by Wilhelm Waetzoldt, Grosse Phaidon Ausgabe, 1936

Background imageWilhelm Waetzoldt Collection: Titlepage to the series The Great Passion, 1510, (1936). Artist: Albrecht Durer

Titlepage to the series The Great Passion, 1510, (1936). Artist: Albrecht Durer
Titlepage to the series The Great Passion, 1510, (1936). A Roman soldier mocking Christ, with the artists name in Latin above, and below a poem berating man for his sins

Background imageWilhelm Waetzoldt Collection: The Small Passion series, 1509-1511, (1936). Artist: Albrecht Durer

The Small Passion series, 1509-1511, (1936). Artist: Albrecht Durer
The Small Passion series, 1509-1511, (1936). Christ at Emmaus; the Last Supper; Christ appears to the Magdalen as a gardener; Agony in the garden

Background imageWilhelm Waetzoldt Collection: Birth of the Virgin, 1502-1505, (1936). Artist: Albrecht Durer

Birth of the Virgin, 1502-1505, (1936). Artist: Albrecht Durer
Birth of the Virgin, 1502-1505, (1936). From the Life of the Virgin series. A print from Durer, Und Seine Zeit, by Wilhelm Waetzoldt, Grosse Phaidon Ausgabe, 1936

Background imageWilhelm Waetzoldt Collection: The Flight into Egypt, 1502-1505, (1936). Artist: Albrecht Durer

The Flight into Egypt, 1502-1505, (1936). Artist: Albrecht Durer
The Flight into Egypt, 1502-1505, (1936). From the Life of the Virgin series. A print from Durer, Und Seine Zeit, by Wilhelm Waetzoldt, Grosse Phaidon Ausgabe, 1936

Background imageWilhelm Waetzoldt Collection: Madonna as Nursing Mother and Divine Being, 1511, (1936). Artist: Albrecht Durer

Madonna as Nursing Mother and Divine Being, 1511, (1936). Artist: Albrecht Durer
Madonna as Nursing Mother and Divine Being, 1511, (1936). Title page to the series The Life of the Virgin. A print from Durer, Und Seine Zeit, by Wilhelm Waetzoldt, Grosse Phaidon Ausgabe, 1936

Background imageWilhelm Waetzoldt Collection: The Holy Family with the Three Hares, 1497, (1936). Artist: Albrecht Durer

The Holy Family with the Three Hares, 1497, (1936). Artist: Albrecht Durer
The Holy Family with the Three Hares, 1497, (1936). A print from Durer, Und Seine Zeit, by Wilhelm Waetzoldt, Grosse Phaidon Ausgabe, 1936

Background imageWilhelm Waetzoldt Collection: The Last Supper from the Great Passion series, c1510, (1936). Artist: Albrecht Durer

The Last Supper from the Great Passion series, c1510, (1936). Artist: Albrecht Durer
The Last Supper from the Great Passion series, c1510, (1936). A print from Durer, Und Seine Zeit, by Wilhelm Waetzoldt, Grosse Phaidon Ausgabe, 1936

Background imageWilhelm Waetzoldt Collection: The Last Supper, 1523, (1936). Artist: Albrecht Durer

The Last Supper, 1523, (1936). Artist: Albrecht Durer
The Last Supper, 1523, (1936). A print from Durer, Und Seine Zeit, by Wilhelm Waetzoldt, Grosse Phaidon Ausgabe, 1936

Background imageWilhelm Waetzoldt Collection: Der Bussende, 1510, (1936). Artist: Albrecht Durer

Der Bussende, 1510, (1936). Artist: Albrecht Durer
Der Bussende, 1510, (1936). A print from Durer, Und Seine Zeit, by Wilhelm Waetzoldt, Grosse Phaidon Ausgabe, 1936




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Wilhelm Waetzoldt: Exploring the Masterpieces of Albrecht Durer Wilhelm Waetzoldt, a renowned art historian and curator, dedicated his life to unraveling the enigmatic works of Albrecht Durer. Through meticulous research and insightful analysis, he shed light on the genius behind these masterpieces. One such masterpiece is Johannes Stabius' map of the world from 1515. In this work, Durer's intricate illustrations beautifully capture the vastness and diversity of our planet. Each detail meticulously rendered with precision and accuracy. In "The Babylonian Whore" from 1498, Durer delves into religious symbolism, depicting a powerful allegory that challenges societal norms. Waetzoldt recognized how this piece reflects both artistic mastery and intellectual depth. Durer's fascination with human anatomy is evident in "Proportions of the Human Figure. " This groundbreaking study showcases his keen observation skills as he accurately captures every muscle and bone structure. Waetzoldt marveled at how Durer's attention to detail revolutionized anatomical representation. Waetzoldt also explored Durer's innovative use of perspective in "Perspective Machine" from 1525. This artwork demonstrates his technical prowess by creating an illusionary space that draws viewers into its depths. "The Opening of the Seventh Seal, " created in 1498, reveals another facet of Durer's talent—the ability to depict biblical narratives with intensity and emotion. Through his brushstrokes, he brings St Jerome pulling a thorn from a lion's paw or Hercules Killing the Molionides to life before our eyes. Religious themes continue in "Praying Mary" from 1518 where Durer portrays Mary as a symbol of devotion and faithfulness. Meanwhile, "The Angel Holding the Keys of Abyss" depicts spiritual warfare between good and evil—a subject that fascinated both artist and scholar alike.