1525
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
The Pensive Carpenter is a 1525 ink by Albrecht Altdorfer, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
The image depicts a man sitting on a bench, intently focused on his work. He is dressed in a hat, shirt, and pants, with his right leg crossed over his left. In his hands, he holds a long, thin piece of wood, which he is carefully examining. The man's facial expression is one of deep concentration, as if he is lost in thought. To the right of the man, a small, ornate object hangs from the ceiling, adding a touch of elegance to the scene. The overall atmosphere of the image is one of quiet contemplation, inviting the viewer to step into the carpenter's world. For more information on the artistic technique used in this piece, explore the art of engraving.
Albrecht Altdorfer (c. 1480 – 12 February 1538) was a German painter, engraver and architect of the Renaissance working in Regensburg. Along with Lucas Cranach the Elder and Wolf Huber he is regarded to be the main…
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