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Rogier van der Weyden or Roger de la Pasture (1399 or 1400-1
Gothic Art. Flanders. Rogier van der Weyden or Roger de la Pasture (1399 or 1400-1464). Early Flemish painter. Saint John the Baptist Altarpiece, 1455-1460. Left panel. The Naming of John the Baptist. Oil on oak panel. Gemaldegalerie, Berlin. Germany
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Altarpiece Aura Aureole Baptist Bedroom Belgian Berlin Canopy Catholicism Christianism Dumb Flanders Flemish Gemaldegalerie Halo Kulturforum Museums Netherlandish Newborn Panel Quill Renaissance Roger 15th Elizabeth
Greetings Card (7"x5")
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Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
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Estimated Product Size is 17.5cm x 12.5cm (6.9" x 4.9")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This stunning oil on oak panel painting, created by the Early Flemish artist Rogier van der Weyden or Roger de la Pasture between 1455 and 1460, depicts the Left Panel of his renowned Saint John the Baptist Altarpiece, currently housed in the Gemaldegalerie in Berlin, Germany. The artwork is a captivating representation of the biblical story of the Naming of John the Baptist. In the painting, we see the newborn John the Baptist lying on a sumptuous bed, swaddled in white linen, surrounded by his family. His mother, Saint Elizabeth, sits on a chair to his right, her hands cradling a quill and inkpot, ready to name her son. Saint John the Evangelist, identified by the book he holds, stands behind Elizabeth, while her husband, Saint Zacharias, who was struck mute after being told of the miraculous conception of John, is shown gesturing towards the infant. The painting is a testament to the artistic mastery of Rogier van der Weyden, who skillfully captures the tender moments of family and faith. The use of rich colors, intricate details, and the aura and halo surrounding the holy figures create an awe-inspiring atmosphere, transporting the viewer to a time and place far removed from the modern world. This artwork is an invaluable addition to the collections of the Gemaldegalerie and is a shining example of the artistic achievements of the Flemish school during the Late Gothic and early Renaissance periods. Its intricate details and religious significance continue to captivate and inspire viewers, making it a must-see for anyone interested in the history of art and the cultural heritage of Belgium and the Netherlands.
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