Peter Vischer the Younger was a notable German sculptor and artist born in 1455 in Nuremberg. He was part of a prominent family of artists, following in the footsteps of his father, Peter Vischer the Elder, who was also a renowned sculptor. Vischer the Younger is best known for his work in bronze, particularly for creating intricate tomb monuments and sculptures. His most famous work includes the elaborate tomb of the Holy Roman Emperor Sigismund in St. Stephen's Cathedral in Vienna. Vischer the Younger contributed significantly to the Renaissance art movement in Germany, blending Gothic and Renaissance styles in his sculptures. He passed away in 1528, leaving a lasting legacy in the world of art.