Saint Paul
Classification
religion
Department
Smithsonian Collection
Museum
Smithsonian American Art Museum
Credit
Bequest of George Campbell Cooper
Accession Number
1896-3-20
About this artwork
Research in Progress
Art Historical Context
Albrecht Dürer’s *Saint Paul*, created in 1514, captures the revered apostle in a moment of quiet contemplation. As one of the most influential German artists of the Northern Renaissance, Dürer brought remarkable precision and emotional depth to religious subjects, blending detailed observation with a sense of spiritual intensity. This work reflects his mature period, when he explored themes of faith and human experience with great sensitivity. The piece belongs to the Smithsonian American Art Museum’s collection through the bequest of George Campbell Cooper, underscoring its enduring appeal ...