Head of a Stag

Head of a Stag by Albrecht Durer
Artist
Albrecht Durer
Date
c.1503
Style
Northern renaissance
Genre
Animal painting
Location
Musée Bonnat
The "Head of a Stag" is a captivating example of Animal painting created with delicate watercolor on paper. The artwork showcases a detailed and expressive depiction of a stag’s head, emphasizing its majestic antlers and attentive gaze. Rooted in the craftsmanship of the Northern renaissance tradition, the piece combines realism with subtle artistic nuances. Its refined technique and naturalistic subject matter make it a notable example of early wildlife studies and demonstrate the versatility of watercolor as a medium for detailed animal representations.

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