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St. Peter and St. Paul; St. George and St. James the Greater, c. 1424. Creator: Unknown
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St. Peter and St. Paul; St. George and St. James the Greater, c. 1424. Creator: Unknown
St. Peter and St. Paul; St. George and St. James the Greater, c. 1424. This small winged altarpiece, called a triptych, was undoubtedly made for private use. The donor and his wife are shown in the lower central scene kneeling before the Virgin, her mother, Saint Anne, and the Christ child. Above is the Epiphany with the Three Kings presenting gifts to a tightly swaddled Christ
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Salzburg Tempera And Gold On Wood
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This print showcases a remarkable piece of religious art from the 15th century. Created by an unknown artist, this small winged altarpiece, known as a triptych, was undoubtedly crafted for personal devotion and reflection. The central scene depicts St. Peter and St. Paul alongside St. George and St. James the Greater, exuding an aura of divine presence and spiritual power. The intricate details in their expressions and attire reflect the artist's skillful use of tempera and gold on oak wood. In the lower central panel, we witness a humble couple kneeling before the Virgin Mary, her mother Saint Anne, and the Christ child - a poignant portrayal of devotion to faith within domestic life. Above them unfolds the Epiphany scene with Three Kings presenting gifts to baby Jesus who is tightly swaddled in cloth. This depiction symbolizes both reverence for Christ's birth as well as his future sacrifice for humanity. Preserved at The Cleveland Museum of Art, this exquisite artwork invites viewers into a world where spirituality intertwines with artistic mastery. It serves as a testament to the enduring power of religious imagery throughout history. Heritage Images has expertly captured this masterpiece through their print reproduction technique, allowing us to appreciate its beauty even centuries after its creation.
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