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Fine Art Print : The Trinity, c. 1620. Creator: Hendrik van Balen (Flemish, 1575-1632)
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The Trinity, c. 1620. Creator: Hendrik van Balen (Flemish, 1575-1632)
The Trinity, c. 1620. This vividly coloured altarpiece was made in Antwerp, the center of religious learning in Catholic Flanders. In the mid-1500s when the Catholic Church mounted a defense against the spread of Protestant reforms, known as the Counter-Reformation, it encouraged the production of religious images that promoted Catholic doctrine, offering opportunities for artists like Rubens, Van Dyck, and Van Balen. Van Balens painting depicts the traditional theme of the Trinity, with God the Father holding the dead Christ and the dove of the Holy Spirit hovering above. Unusually, God wears the purple papal tiara, intended to emphasize the popes role as Gods true representative on earth. Encircling the figures of the Trinity are angels holding the instruments of Christs Passion. On the clasp of Gods elaborate cape is a small figure of Saint Barbara, perhaps a clue to the original location of the work in a chapel dedicated to her
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20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the divine with our exquisite Fine Art Print of 'The Trinity' by Hendrik van Balen, a masterpiece from the artistic hub of Antwerp, c. 1620. This captivating work of art, brought to you by Heritage Art/Heritage Images, showcases the rich colors and intricate details of the Flemish master's interpretation of the Holy Trinity. Add this stunning piece to your collection and bring the beauty and history of Old Masters into your home or gallery space.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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The Trinity, c. 1620
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is a captivating print that showcases the artistic brilliance of Hendrik van Balen, a renowned Flemish artist from the late 16th to early 17th century. Created in Antwerp, this altarpiece reflects the city's significance as a hub of religious learning during Catholic Flanders. During the Counter-Reformation period, when the Catholic Church sought to counter Protestant reforms, religious images played a crucial role in promoting Catholic doctrine. Artists like Rubens, Van Dyck, and Van Balen found ample opportunities to create works that aligned with these ideals. Van Balen's painting depicts the traditional theme of the Trinity: God the Father holding Jesus Christ after his crucifixion while being accompanied by the Holy Spirit represented as a dove hovering above them. Notably, God is depicted wearing a purple papal tiara—an intentional symbol emphasizing the pope's role as God's true representative on earth. The composition also features angels encircling the figures of the Trinity while holding instruments associated with Christ's Passion—a poignant reminder of his sacrifice for humanity. Additionally, Saint Barbara can be seen on God's cape clasp—possibly indicating that this artwork was originally located in a chapel dedicated to her. This vividly colored altarpiece serves as an exquisite example of van Balen's mastery and highlights his contribution to religious art during this significant era in history.
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