Greyhound
- Artist
- Albrecht Durer
- Date
- 1500 - 1501
- Style
- Northern renaissance
- Genre
- Animal painting
- Location
- Royal Collection (Buckingham Palace)
"Greyhound" is a captivating Animal painting from the Northern renaissance period, showcasing the breed's sleek form and grace. The artist employs meticulous detail and a realistic style characteristic of the era, capturing the vitality and nobility of the greyhound. This work reflects the Northern renaissance’s emphasis on precise representation, elevating the animal beyond mere realism to symbolic significance. The painting’s refined technique and lifelike portrayal underscore the enduring appeal of animal subjects within this artistic tradition.
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