In the summer of 1520, Dürer and his wife set out for an extended journey through the Netherlands. Traveling to the major cities of the north, the now universally revered artist established close friendships with the greatest painters of the region. Never content to stop learning, he diligently studied the works of the 15th century Flemish masters. Having contracted a mysterious illness on his journey, his health gradually began to decline. In his remaining years, he focused his attention primarily on theoretical writings and scientific illustrations. Yet some of his last paintings reveal a master at the peak of his genius. He died at the age of 56, leaving not only a massive legacy of work and a vibrant workshop, but also scores of imitators for centuries thereafter.
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