Apocalypse: Albrecht Dürer's woodcuts on display at the Pinacoteca di

Apocalypse: Albrecht Dürer's woodcuts at the Pinacoteca di Bologna

Venue: Sala Clementina, Pinacoteca di Bologna

On view until: 31 July 2026

The Pinacoteca di Bologna presents a focused selection of woodcut prints by Albrecht Dürer depicting scenes from the Book of Revelation. The exhibition highlights Dürer's technical mastery in wood engraving and his role in advancing printmaking across Europe.

The works come from historic Bolognese collections, enriched over time through significant donations. The display underscores the moral and symbolic contrasts typical of apocalyptic imagery: angels and demons, catastrophic battles and the final triumph of good.

Highlights and reasons to visit

• Technique: woodcut prints that demonstrate Dürer's precision and use of detail;
• Themes: apocalyptic visions, evangelist figures, symbolic conflicts and the heavenly city;
• Historical context: the works reflect Dürer's studies and his Italian influences from travels to cities like Venice;
• Provenance: pieces from local historical donations now held by the Pinacoteca.

Related events

• Guided tours: 23 May 2026 and 20 June 2026 at 17:00 — reservation required;
• Lecture: 28 May 2026, Aula Gnudi at 17:00 — free admission with mandatory reservation;

Reservations are required for guided visits and the lecture. Check the museum's official channels for updated information on booking and visitor rules.

Curators: Elena Rossoni and Giulia Adami.

This exhibition offers a concise overview of Dürer's work as an engraver and publisher of his own prints, and a chance to explore how apocalyptic narratives were visualized in early modern Europe.