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Epitaph of the Prague Goldsmith Nicholas Muller, 1592-93 (oil on canvas)
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Epitaph of the Prague Goldsmith Nicholas Muller, 1592-93 (oil on canvas)
5614482 Epitaph of the Prague Goldsmith Nicholas MAoller, 1592-93 (oil on canvas) by Spranger, Bartholomaeus (1546-1611); 243x160 cm; Narodni Galerie, Prague, Czech Republic; (add.info.: Created for his father-in-law - a goldsmith and trader from Prague Lesser Town, Nicholas MAoller (second from left), whose daughter Christina (right) was his wife. The goldsmiths wife is in a mourning black with a prayerbook. The Resurrected Christ stands on a sarcophagus, his foot resting on a serpent and glass globe containing Adams skull); Flemish, out of copyright
Media ID 22566434
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The Epitaph of the Prague Goldsmith Nicholas Muller, painted by Bartholomaeus Spranger in 1592-93, is a captivating masterpiece that tells a story of love, loss, and triumph. This oil on canvas print captures the essence of Christian religious symbolism with its rich imagery. At the center of the painting stands the Resurrected Christ, triumphant and powerful. His foot rests upon a serpent and a glass globe containing Adam's skull, symbolizing his victory over sin and death. Surrounding him are angels, their ethereal presence adding to the heavenly atmosphere. To the left stands Nicholas Muller himself, portrayed as a distinguished goldsmith and trader from Prague Lesser Town. On his right is Christina, his wife and daughter of another goldsmith. She wears mourning black attire while holding a prayerbook in her hands. This epitaph serves as both an homage to Nicholas Muller's father-in-law and as a testament to faith in resurrection and eternal life. The intricate details within this Flemish artwork showcase Spranger's mastery in capturing human emotions through brushstrokes. The Epitaph of the Prague Goldsmith Nicholas Muller is not only an exquisite piece from Renaissance art but also an exploration into themes such as family ties, religion, mortality, and hope for salvation beyond earthly existence. Its grandeur continues to captivate viewers at Narodni Galerie in Prague today.
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