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Fine Art Print : Saint John Altarpiece, 1518, by Hans Burgkmair the Elder (14
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Saint John Altarpiece, 1518, by Hans Burgkmair the Elder (14
Hans Burgkmair the Elder (1473-1531). German painter. Saint John Altarpiece, 1518. Detail of Saint Erasmus of Formiae, 4th century. Alte Pinakothek. Munich. Germany
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21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the timeless beauty of art history with our exquisite range of Fine Art Prints, featuring the intricately detailed Saint John Altarpiece by Hans Burgkmair the Elder. This masterpiece, created in 1518, showcases the stunning detail and skill of Burgkmair's brushstrokes. In this captivating detail of Saint Erasmus of Formiae, the fourth-century saint is depicted with an air of serene devotion. Each print is meticulously reproduced from the original at the Alte Pinakothek in Munich, Germany, ensuring the highest quality and authenticity. Bring a piece of art history into your home or office with our Fine Art Prints.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 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.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 35.5cm (21" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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The Saint John Altarpiece, painted by Hans Burgkmair the Elder in 1518, is a masterpiece of German Renaissance art currently housed in the Alte Pinakothek museum in Munich, Germany. This intricately detailed work of art is a polyptych, consisting of multiple panels that when closed form a single image, and when opened reveal numerous individual scenes. One of the most captivating panels is that of Saint Erasmus of Formiae, a fourth-century bishop and martyr, who is depicted as an elderly bearded man wearing a miter and holding a book. Erasmus is known as the patron saint of sailors, fishermen, and the city of Formiae in Italy. In this panel, Erasmus is shown with a bird perched on his shoulder, symbolizing his miraculous deliverance from the flames. The bird is believed to be an emblem of the Holy Spirit. The Saint John Altarpiece is a testament to the rich artistic and cultural heritage of Europe during the Renaissance period. Burgkmair masterfully portrays the mystery and reverence of the Catholic faith, with each figure exuding a sense of holiness and otherworldliness. The landscape in the background adds a sense of depth and realism to the painting, further enhancing its visual appeal. The altarpiece also includes other figures, such as Saint Martin, another apostle and patron saint of soldiers, and Saint John the Baptist, who is depicted as a young man with a cross and a book. The intricate details of their clothing, facial expressions, and postures add to the overall beauty and complexity of the artwork. The Saint John Altarpiece is a must-see for anyone interested in art, history, or the mysteries of the Catholic faith. Its preservation in the Alte Pinakothek museum ensures that future generations can continue to marvel at the artistic mastery of Hans Burgkmair the Elder and the richness of European artistic and cultural heritage.
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