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Rare Altdorfer Landscape, Hidden for 70 Years, to Auction for Up to £5 Million
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What Happened?
A rare landscape painting by Albrecht Altdorfer, hidden since 1957, will be auctioned at Sotheby's on December 9, 2026, with an estimated value of £3 million to £5 million.
Key points
- The painting, titled 'A Thickly Wooded Landscape With a Rainbow Behind the Trees', was created around 1520.
- It is only the third known oil landscape by Altdorfer, increasing its significance in art history.
- The artwork was previously part of the Austrian noble House of Harrach's collection.
- It measures 23.4 by 19.8 centimeters and is signed with Altdorfer's monogram.
- The painting will be exhibited in New York from November 7 to 19 before the auction.
Key insights
- The painting's rediscovery enriches the documented history of Altdorfer's work.
- Its rarity may attract interest from museums and private collectors alike.
- The auction could set a new benchmark for the value of Altdorfer's works.
Why it matters
The auction presents a rare opportunity for collectors to acquire a significant work by a major Renaissance artist.
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Albrecht Altdorfer· PersonSotheby's· OrganizationHouse of Harrach· OrganizationNational Gallery· OrganizationAlte Pinakothek· OrganizationRegensburg· CityVienna· CityGermany· CountryBavaria· StateLondon· City
Source
Times of India
