Siege of a City (Part 1)
Classification
landscapes
Department
Smithsonian Collection
Museum
Smithsonian American Art Museum
Credit
Smithsonian American Art Museum
Accession Number
1950-30-20-a
About this artwork
Research in Progress
Art Historical Context
Albrecht Dürer’s “Siege of a City (Part 1),” created in 1527, offers a compelling glimpse into the artist’s late-career interests. A towering figure of the German Renaissance, Dürer was celebrated for his precise draftsmanship and ability to blend meticulous observation with imaginative storytelling. This work, classified among landscapes, likely captures the tension between human conflict and the natural or built environment, reflecting the turbulent political climate of the Reformation era. Although its medium remains under study, the piece’s presence in the Smithsonian American Art Museum ...