The best-loved painting by Bernhard Strigel is The Announcement to Anne and Joachim (1510), which hangs in the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum, Madrid. Portrait of Maximiliaan I van Habsburg (1459-1519) (1500) and St. Anthony Abbot and St. Paul the Hermit (1507) come next among the canvases readers know best. Our catalogue holds 108 works by Bernhard Strigel: here are the 100 most famous, each with its year, its museum and what makes it memorable.
Ranked by our popularity score, which combines the searches, visits and orders for each work. Updated November 2026. Each painting on this page can be ordered as an oil reproduction painted by hand on linen canvas, or as a fine art print, made to the size you choose.
The painting depicts a domestic interior where a seated woman, Mary, occupies the left side of the frame. She holds a piece of cloth in her hands, her posture settled within a chair. Opposite her, a standing figure, the angel Gabriel, appears in the space of the room. The scene is grounded by a dining table positioned toward the upper right, upon which a single bowl rests. In the lower…
The air in the portrait feels heavy with the scent of polished metal and expensive dyes. Maximilian I sits in a profile view, a choice that demands respect and distances the viewer from the intimate space of the ruler. His gaze does not meet ours; instead, it looks toward a horizon only he can see. The light catches the sharp edge of his crown and the fine, meticulous embroidery of…
The oil on panel painting titled St. Anthony Abbot and St. Paul the Hermit was executed by the German artist Bernhard Strigel in 1507. This work depicts two religious figures, St. Anthony Abbot and St. Paul the Hermit, positioned in close proximity. The two subjects are shown engaged in conversation, their forms set against a gold-toned surface.
A man stares directly from the panel, his presence heavy and immediate. He wears a black hat adorned with a delicate gold trim, a piece of finery that catches the light against the dark fabric. A red cape drapes over his shoulders, providing a sudden, sharp splash of color against the more somber tones of his attire. His hand is raised, a ring glinting on his finger, as if he…
A single figure occupies the center of the frame, stripped of his garments. The skin of Christ appears pale against the heavy, textured folds of the drapery being pulled away. Around him, several figures press inward, their hands grasping at cloth and limb. The scene is set outdoors, where the dark silhouette of a tree rises in the background, grounding the divine drama in a tangible, earthly space. There is…
Mindelheim Altarpiece: Saint Servatius by Bernhard Strigel is a vertically oriented religious portrait executed about 1505. The composition centers on a seated figure shown in profile, facing toward the left of the frame. The subject is Saint Servatius, depicted in clerical attire and wearing spectacles while reading a book. This figure is positioned near a wooden bookcase, creating a focused, intimate setting. The perspective remains shallow, concentrating the viewer's attention…
In this intimate work, titled Funk Diptych: Donor Portrait of Hans Funk, we encounter a quiet moment of devotion captured by the hand of Bernhard Strigel. The portrait focuses on the individual known as Hans Funk, presented with the solemnity typical of a late Gothic donor image. It is a work that seeks to preserve the identity and piety of its subject through a formal, dignified gaze.
The air feels thick with anticipation as a procession moves through the narrow, structured gates of a city. Jesus Christ rides a donkey, his presence marked by a golden halo that glows softly against the surrounding figures. Around him, a sea of followers and onlookers surges forward, their faces etched with intense expressions. The composition is vertical and tightly packed, creating a sense of movement that pushes against the edges…
In this work, titled betrothal of Maria with the founder, Bernhard Strigel presents a solemn depiction of the Betrothal of the Virgin Mary. The scene unfolds within an indoor or semi-enclosed space, where the atmosphere is defined by a dense arrangement of figures. At the heart of the composition, a high priest or officiating figure stands centrally, mediating the ritual between the primary subjects. To the left, a woman kneels…
This painting depicts Saint Barbara and was executed by the artist Bernhard Strigel. The work is dated to 1500. Strigel was a painter associated with the Swabian school, a group of artists active in the southern German regions. He was born in Memmingen.
Buxheim Altar: Prophet Isaiah is a work by the German painter Bernhard Strigel. Created about 1500, this panel captures a moment of quiet, scholarly intensity. The artist, a…
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In the Altarpiece: Birth of Mary, Bernhard Strigel captures a quiet, domestic moment of sacred significance. Painted about 1500, this religious narrative centers on the intimate care of…
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The air in the scene feels heavy, thick with the tension of a moment frozen in mid-execution. Saint Quirinus lies horizontally across a rugged wooden trestle, his body…
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The painting depicts a religious scene centered on the Virgin Mary and the Christ Child. Mary holds the infant, who is positioned within the triangular arrangement of the…
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This work is a Portrait of a Man by the German artist Bernhard Strigel. Created around 1493 or 1494, the piece presents us with an anonymous historical person.…
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Prophets with Scroll is a religious portrait painted by Bernhard Strigel in 1493. The subject of the work is a bearded male figure, identified as a prophet. This…
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A single male figure, identified as a prophet, occupies the center of this vertical portrait. He is depicted from the chest up, positioned against a textured gold-leaf background…
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Prophets with Scroll, executed around 1493, features a male figure identified as a prophet. The work is a product of the Swabian school, a significant regional movement during…
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In this work, titled Prophets with Scroll, we encounter a significant piece by the German painter Bernhard Strigel. Created in 1493, the painting offers a focused study of…
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The Mindelheim Altarpiece: Anna and Joachim with Mary emerges from the shadows of the early sixteenth century, a quiet moment captured in oil on panel. Painted by Bernhard…
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In the painting Virgin with child by Bernhard Strigel, dating from about 1490, the composition is a vertical portrait. The work focuses on the Virgin Mary and the…
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The returning of David with the head Goliath is a significant work by Bernhard Strigel. Created around 1500, this oil on panel piece belongs to the tradition of…
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In this late Gothic religious painting from 1500, a group of figures occupies a structured interior. A central female figure sits prominently, draped in a voluminous red robe…
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The air thickens with tension as the scene erupts into a frantic struggle. In this crowded religious drama, the stillness of the night is shattered by the sudden,…
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In Pilate Washing His Hands of Guilt for Christ's Death by Bernhard Strigel, the artist employs a tiered approach to organize the narrative across multiple planes. The foreground…
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In this work, titled Christ Before the High Priest, we encounter a profound moment from the biblical narrative. The artist, Bernhard Strigel, captures the tension of the scene…
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The artwork is titled Death of Mary (Reverse: St. Dorothea and Margaretha) and was executed by the artist Bernhard Strigel. Created about 1510, this piece presents a sacred…
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Sliding Lid for the Portrait of Hieronymus II. Haller zu Kalchreuth is a work by the German painter Bernhard Strigel, executed in 1503. The piece functions as a…
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Finding and Exaltation of the True Cross by Bernhard Strigel depicts a specific narrative from Christian scripture. Created about 1507, the painting focuses on the discovery and subsequent…
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The Epitaph of the Familie Funk von Memmingen, 1513, emerges from the shadows of the early sixteenth century to meet the viewer's gaze. This commemorative funerary piece, dating…
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The artwork, dated 1505, presents a highly detailed, monochromatic scene depicting a religious or donor interaction. The composition is vertically oriented and dense, focusing on the interaction between…
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In this portrait of St Catherine of Alexandria by Bernhard Strigel, a single female figure stands centrally within a vertical, arched panel. She is anchored against a neutral,…
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The air in the chamber feels still, held in the quiet tension of a single, steady gaze. Emperor Maximilian I sits in profile, his presence commanding the space…
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Bernhard Strigel’s 1505 panel painting presents a quiet, stage-like arrangement of sacred figures. The composition centers on a young child holding an open book, a gesture of literacy…
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This oil on panel painting from 1505 presents a group of figures arranged in a formal, hierarchical structure. The scene is set against a highly decorative, gilded background…
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The painting presents a group of four figures arranged within a shallow, stage-like architectural space. On the left, an elderly man with a long, textured beard and a…
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The Mindelheim Altarpiece: Esmeria and Ephrem with their Childs emerges from the shadows of the early sixteenth century, a quiet moment of devotion captured in oil. Bernhard Strigel…
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The subject matter focuses on the intersection of family and faith, depicting Eliud, Memelia, and Saint Servatius. Through the meticulous rendering of textile textures and anatomical features, the…
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The portrait presents a side-profile bust of Emperor Maximilian I, positioned against a dark, monochromatic background. The subject is depicted from the chest up, facing toward the right…
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The Portrait of Maximilian I presents us with a direct encounter with the Holy Roman Emperor, captured by the hand of the German painter Bernhard Strigel. This work…
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The Angel with Censer emerges from the shadows of the sixteenth century, a celestial presence captured in oil on an oak panel. This work, titled Angel with Censer,…
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A large, kneeling angel occupies the central and right-hand portion of the composition, moving toward the right edge of the frame. The figure is clad in a bright…
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The scene unfolds in the heavy, twilight stillness of the Agony in the Garden. In this profound moment of spiritual weight, the painting titled Prayer of Christ in…
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In this oil on oak panel, we find ourselves observing a quiet, heavy moment of human frailty. A solitary guard lies reclined, his body cutting a diagonal path…
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In this work, titled Calvary (verso): Chris as Man of Sorrows, we encounter a profound depiction of the sacrifice of Christ. Painted by Bernhard Strigel around 1520, the…
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Created in 1521, this work belongs to the period when German art transitioned from Gothic symbolism toward the naturalism of the Renaissance. Bernhard Strigel, the artist, was a…
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A medium close-up captures a woman positioned slightly off-center, her gaze directed toward the left of the frame. She wears a prominent white headpiece that frames her face…
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The Portrait of Mary of Burgundy by Bernhard Strigel, created about 1520, is a vertical half-length portrait. The subject is positioned slightly off-center against a patterned background. This…
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The Portrait of Count Johann II, Count of Montfort and Rothenfels was executed by Bernhard Strigel in 1523. The subject is identified as Johann Graf von Montfort-Veroeffels. This…
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The Holy Family with Angels emerges from the shadows of the German Renaissance, a serene religious painting that captures a moment of celestial intimacy. Created by the artist…
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The gaze of the subject in Portrait of a Man meets the viewer from across the centuries, frozen in a moment of quiet authority. This work, painted by…
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This panel, titled Buxheim Altar: Prophet Zacharias Reverse: Part of an Annunciation(?), was created by the German painter Bernhard Strigel. Dated to 1500, the work originates from a…
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A half-length portrait of a young man, identified as Hans Roth, occupies the center of this 1527 oil on panel composition. The subject is positioned slightly to the…
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The air within the frame feels heavy, thick with the quiet weight of a shared, holy presence. A dense crowd of figures presses toward the viewer, creating an…
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This portrait of Hieronymus II. Haller zu Kalchreuth is a significant work by the German artist Bernhard Strigel. Created in 1503, the painting captures the likeness of the…
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The room feels heavy with a sacred, communal stillness. A long, rectangular table, draped in a stark white cloth, anchors the scene, drawing every eye toward the center…
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To gaze upon this depiction of The Annunciation is to step across the threshold of time and into a moment of profound, hushed revelation. Bernhard Strigel captures not…
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The painting presents a vertical arrangement of three figures situated within an architectural interior. In the foreground, a figure is draped in a crimson red robe, creating a…
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The artwork titled Margarethe Vöhlin, Wife of Hans Roth [reverse] is a painting executed by the German artist Bernhard Strigel. Created in 1527, this work functions as a…
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In Hans Roth [reverse], Bernhard Strigel organizes a heraldic arrangement against a deep red background. The composition is centered and vertically oriented, pulling the eye upward through a…
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In this intimate portrait, the gaze of Margarethe Vöhlin meets the viewer from across the centuries. Painted in 1527 by the German artist Bernhard Strigel, the work captures…
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To look upon this portrait is to encounter the very essence of imperial command. Bernhard Strigel captures the Holy Roman Emperor, Maximilian I, not as a distant myth,…
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The gaze of Emperor Maximilian I meets the viewer through this portrait, a work that captures a profound sense of power and authority. Created by the artist Bernhard…
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The gaze of Maximilian I meets the viewer through this striking portrait, a work that captures the presence of the Holy Roman Emperor. The man sits with a…
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Bernhard Strigel's "Christ Taking Leave of His Mother," painted around 1520, is more than just a depiction of a poignant biblical scene; it’s a masterful distillation of the…
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The painting titled Sacrifice of Isaac, and Transfiguration was executed by the artist Bernhard Strigel in 1510. This work belongs to the period of the German Renaissance, specifically…
The Portrait of Georg Tannstetter (Collimitius) brings us face to face with a man of profound intellect from the sixteenth century. Painted by the German artist Bernhard Strigel,…
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In this 1517 work, titled The eight children Konrad Rehlinger, the artist Bernhard Strigel presents a significant example of Northern Renaissance portraiture. The painting functions as a detailed…
The painting presents a woman positioned centrally against a solid red background. She wears a white head scarf or veil that frames her face, casting soft shadows against…
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The room glows with a deep, saturated red, a space that feels both intimate and heavy with the weight of history. Within this scarlet chamber, a man sits,…
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The gaze of history meets us through the Portrait of Emperor Maximilian and His Family. Painted by the German artist Bernhard Strigel, this work captures the very essence…
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We are looking at Sleeping guardian of a grave with sword and halberd, a work by the German painter Bernhard Strigel. Created about 1520, this piece emerged during…
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The scene unfolds through Saint Mary Salome and Her Family, a religious composition by the German painter Bernhard Strigel. Within this intimate gathering, the figures of Saint Mary…
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The scene unfolds within the intimate confines of Saint Mary Cleophas and Her Family, a work that captures a quiet, sacred gathering. The artist, Bernhard Strigel, brings this…
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In the quiet, luminous depths of Bernhard Strigel’s 1517 masterpiece, Portrait of Conrad Rehlinger and His Children, we find more than a mere family record; we encounter a…
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In the quiet, commanding presence of Emperor Maximilian I, we encounter more than just a portrait; we step into the very heart of the Northern Renaissance. Painted by…
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Bernhard Strigel’s “Portrait of a Woman,” painted circa 1510-15, offers a captivating window into the refined tastes and social dynamics of early sixteenth-century Germany. More than just a…
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The scene unfolds through Mary and Joseph with Jesus, a work that brings the viewer into the immediate presence of the Holy Family. Bernhard Strigel captures this sacred…
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In this 1509 work, we find ourselves drawn into a tightly packed, somber scene of mourning. The composition is heavy, almost claustrophobic, as a group of figures gathers…
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This portrait, titled Emperor Maximilian I, captures the likeness of a powerful monarch. The subject is depicted holding a scepter, a heavy symbol of sovereignty and absolute authority.…
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The composition centers on the solemnity of the nuptials between Mary and Joseph. Kneeling before a high priest adorned in ornate golden vestments, the Virgin Mary is draped…
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The oil on panel painting depicts a crowded interior scene centered on the figure of Christ. He is positioned in the foreground, his pale skin contrasting against a…
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Bernhard Strigel (c. 1461 – 4 May 1528) represents a cornerstone of the Swabian School of painting, marking a significant transition from Gothic formalism to the humanist ideals…
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The Latin inscription leaves no ambiguity to the interpretation of the image: ‘Learn from me, because I am despicable and of fully corrupted heart.
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In the quiet, luminous corridors of the German Renaissance, few works capture the tender pulse of domestic life as poignantly as Bernhard Strigel’s Portrait of the Cuspinian Family.…
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The painting Christ Taking Leave of His Mother by Bernhard Strigel is a poignant and emotionally charged work of art that showcases the artist's skill in capturing the…
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The Portrait of Louis II of Hungary is a stunning oil on canvas painting created by the renowned artist Bernhard Strigel in 1515. This Northern Renaissance masterpiece measures…
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In the quiet intimacy of Bernhard Strigel’s Portrait of Sybilla von Freyberg, we are invited to step across the threshold of time and encounter a soul preserved in…
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Bernhard Strigel, the last known member of a successful family of artists from the Allgäu region of southern Germany, held a succession of honorary civic offices in Memmingen…
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The 8 museums that hold the most of the paintings on this page.
| Museum | City | Works by Bernhard Strigel | Paintings from this list |
|---|---|---|---|
 Bavarian State Painting Collections |
Munich | 25 | Portrait of Maximiliaan I van Habsburg (1459-1519), Mindelheim Altarpiece: Saint Servatius, Funk Diptych: Donor Portrait of Hans Funk |
 Gemäldegalerie |
Berlin | 7 | Portrait of a Man, Prophets with Scroll, Prophets with Scroll |
 Staatliche Kunsthalle Karlsruhe |
Carlsruhe | 6 | Prayer of Christ in the Garden of Olives, Christ Washing the Disciples' Feet, Lamentation of Christ |
 Kunsthistorisches Museum |
Vienna | 6 | Holy Family with Angels, Holy Tribe, John the Evangelist is taught to write |
 National Gallery of Art |
Washington | 6 | Hans Roth [obverse], Margarethe Vöhlin, Wife of Hans Roth [reverse], Hans Roth [reverse] |
 Walters Art Museum |
Baltimore | 4 | The Entry Into Jerusalem, The Arrest of Christ, Pilate Washing His Hands of Guilt for Christ's Death |
 Szépművészeti Múzeum |
Budapest | 3 | St Ladislas Presents Wladislav II and his Sons to the Virgin (detail), Portrait of Hieronymus Haller |
 Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum |
Madrid | 2 | The Announcement to Anne and Joachim, Portrait of a Man |
In this work, titled betrothal of Maria with the founder, Bernhard Strigel presents a solemn depiction of the Betrothal of the Virgin Mary. The scene unfolds within an…
In this intimate work, titled Funk Diptych: Donor Portrait of Hans Funk, we encounter a quiet moment of devotion captured by the hand of Bernhard Strigel. The portrait…
The air in the portrait feels heavy with the scent of polished metal and expensive dyes. Maximilian I sits in a profile view, a choice that demands respect…
The painting depicts a domestic interior where a seated woman, Mary, occupies the left side of the frame. She holds a piece of cloth in her hands, her…
A man stares directly from the panel, his presence heavy and immediate. He wears a black hat adorned with a delicate gold trim, a piece of finery that…
The Announcement to Anne and Joachim (1510), Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum, Madrid. Portrait of Maximiliaan I van Habsburg (1459-1519) (1500) and St. Anthony Abbot and St. Paul the Hermit (1507) follow.
Bernhard Strigel, born in 1460, was 50 years old: The Announcement to Anne and Joachim dates from 1510.
The Announcement to Anne and Joachim, Portrait of Maximiliaan I van Habsburg (1459-1519), St. Anthony Abbot and St. Paul the Hermit, Portrait of a Gentleman, Disrobing of Christ, Mindelheim Altarpiece: Saint Servatius, Funk Diptych: Donor Portrait of Hans Funk, The Entry Into Jerusalem, betrothal of Maria with the founder and Saint Barbara. Each canvas in the ranking above comes with its year and its museum.
108 works by Bernhard Strigel are in our catalogue, dated 1485 to 1528.
Mostly in Bavarian State Painting Collections (Munich), Gemäldegalerie (Berlin) and Staatliche Kunsthalle Karlsruhe (Carlsruhe); the list above names each museum and its canvases.
In 1500s, which gave 28 of the 100 works on this page, Portrait of Maximiliaan I van Habsburg (1459-1519) among them.
The earliest canvas here is betrothal of Maria with the founder (1485); the latest is Portrait of a Man (1528).
Man (41), Woman (22) and People (22), across the 100 works on this page.
Oil On Panel, used in 53 of the 100 works on this page.
Northern renaissance, as the canvases on this page show.
The Bavarian State Painting Collections, Munich holds 25 of the works on this page, among them Portrait of Maximiliaan I van Habsburg (1459-1519), Mindelheim Altarpiece: Saint Servatius and Funk Diptych: Donor Portrait of Hans Funk.
Yes. Every painting on this page can be ordered from its own page as an oil reproduction painted by hand, or as a fine art print, in the size you choose.
In the heart of the Swabian landscape, during a period when the medieval world was beginning to yield to the dawn of the Renaissance, Bernhard Strigel emerged as a master of light and human presence. Born in Memmingen around 1461, Strigel did not merely paint figures; he breathed life into them through a meticulous command of color and form. His journey was one of profound artistic evolution, moving from the structured traditions of the Gothic era toward a more nuanced, observational style that would define the German Renaissance. As a pivotal figure of the Swabian School, his work serves as a vital bridge between the spiritual intensity of the Middle Ages and the humanistic clarity of the sixteenth century.
The foundations of Strigel’s genius were laid within the intimate confines of a familial workshop. Under the guidance of his father, Hans Strigel, and influenced by the esteemed master Zeitblom of Ulm, the young artist developed an eye for the minute details that characterize Northern Renaissance art. This early training instilled in him a reverence for the textures of reality—the heavy fold of a velvet robe, the subtle sheen of a pearl, and the soft glow of skin under candlelight. One can trace the echoes of masters like Rogier van der der Weyden and Dieric Bouts in his early compositions, where a sense of profound devotion meets an almost scientific precision in detail.
Strigel’s ascent from a regional talent to a celebrated figure of European importance was propelled by the most powerful patronage of his age: that of Emperor Maximilian I. The Emperor, a man with an insatiable appetite for imagery and historical documentation, recognized in Strigel a unique ability to capture not just the likeness, but the very essence of authority and nobility. This relationship transformed Strigel’s career, leading him on grand artistic expeditions through the cultural hubs of Augsburg, Innsbruck, and Vienna. His presence in the imperial courts allowed him to participate in the most significant political and social narratives of his time.
Perhaps his most enduring contribution to the history of portraiture lies in his role during the momentous Habsburg-Jagellon marriage negotiations. In 1515, summoned specifically to Vienna, Strigel was tasked with capturing the faces of a changing Europe. His portraits from this era are characterized by an extraordinary clarity and a psychological depth that transcends mere documentation. Through his brush, the subjects possess a quiet dignity and a luminous quality that suggests a soul peering out from behind the pigment. These works do more than record history; they humanize it, offering us an intimate window into the faces of the Renaissance elite.
The technical brilliance of Bernhard Strigel is most evident in his mastery of luminosity. He possessed a rare ability to manipulate light so that it seemed to emanate from within the painting itself, rather than merely reflecting off its surface. This technique, combined with a sophisticated use of color palettes, allowed him to create works that felt both physically tangible and spiritually elevated. Whether he was working on large-scale historical compositions or intimate individual portraits, his commitment to precision remained unwavering.
His artistic achievements can be summarized through several key pillars of his career:
Today, the works of Bernhard Strigel remain a testament to an era of profound transformation. His ability to capture the fleeting light of a moment and preserve it within the permanence of oil and tempera ensures that his legacy continues to resonate. To look upon a Strigel portrait is to encounter the very spirit of the Swabian Renaissance—a world where every brushstroke is an act of devotion to the beauty of the visible world.
