Heinrich Vogtherr der Ältere
Born in 1490.
Died in 1556.
Heinrich Vogtherr the Elder was a German artist renowned for his versatility as a painter, draughtsman, engraver and wood sculptor. He was the father of Heinrich Vogtherr the Younger. His work is also connected with Zurich’s printing industry, where he collaborated with Christoph Froschauer, a notable printer of his time.
The details of his career and artistic contributions remain partly obscure, leaving questions about the extent of his influence and legacy in the artistic milieu of the Renaissance.