The Battle of Alexander at Issus | Albrecht Altdorfer | 1529

The painting The Battle of Alexander at Issus, created by Albrecht Altdorfer in 1529, is a dramatic and highly detailed depiction of the historic battle between Alexander the Great and Darius III of Persia, fought in 333 BCE. The battle was a pivotal moment in Alexander's campaign to conquer the Persian Empire. Altdorfer's painting is notable for its grand scale and the intricate, crowded battle scene, which is filled with thousands of tiny, detailed figures engaged in combat. The landscape is equally vast, with sweeping mountain ranges, rivers, and a vivid sky. The scene is imagined with medieval armor and weaponry, rather than historical accuracy for the time of Alexander, reflecting the artist’s Renaissance perspective.

Above the battlefield, a celestial sky and a dramatic sunset contribute to the emotional intensity of the scene. The bright and stormy heavens symbolize the cosmic significance of the battle. A scroll in the sky, held by a ribbon, contains Latin text identifying the event, reinforcing the historical and allegorical importance of Alexander’s victory over the Persian forces. The painting emphasizes the grandeur of war and victory while blending both historical and fantastical elements, a common feature of Northern Renaissance art.

Print:

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- All prints include a .25 inch white border to ensure space for framing. 

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Sizes:

12’’ x 16’’ Inches = 30.5 cm x 40.6 cm 

18’’ x 24’’ Inches = 45.7 cm x 61 cm

24 x 32 Inches = 61 cm x 81.3 cm