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The Death of the Virgin, c. 1460-65 (oil on oak transferred to mahogany & cradled)
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The Death of the Virgin, c. 1460-65 (oil on oak transferred to mahogany & cradled)
TMK282564 The Death of the Virgin, c.1460-65 (oil on oak transferred to mahogany & cradled) by Christus, Petrus (c.1410-1475/76); 171.1x138.4 cm; The Putnam Foundation, Timken Museum of Art, San Diego, USA; eTimken Museum of Art, San Diego; Netherlandish, out of copyright
Media ID 23211500
© Timken Museum of Art, San Diego / Bridgeman Images
Andrew Bedroom Censer Deathbed Dormition John Peter Northern Renaissance
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The Death of the Virgin
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is a captivating masterpiece that transports viewers to a serene and solemn scene in the bedroom of the Virgin Mary. Painted by Petrus Christus between 1460 and 1465, this oil on oak transferred to mahogany print captures the essence of Northern Renaissance art. Measuring an impressive 171.1x138.4 cm, this artwork now resides in The Putnam Foundation at Timken Museum of Art in San Diego, USA. The image showcases a canopied bed where the lifeless body of Mary lies peacefully surrounded by her devoted disciples and angels. The attention to detail is remarkable as every element within the painting tells its own story. From John's sorrowful expression to Madonna's tender gaze towards Jesus Christ, each figure conveys deep emotion and reverence for their beloved mother. The presence of angelic beings adds an ethereal touch, with one holding a censer symbolizing purification and another gently cradling Mary's head as she passes from earthly existence into eternal peace. Petrus Christus skillfully uses light and shadow to create depth within this composition while maintaining a harmonious balance between all elements present. This Netherlandish artist demonstrates his mastery through intricate brushwork and meticulous attention to texture throughout the piece. "The Death of the Virgin" stands as a testament to both artistic brilliance and religious devotion, inviting viewers into a moment frozen in time where faith intertwines with human mortality.
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