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Five members of the Utrecht Brotherhood of Jerusalem Pilgrim
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Five members of the Utrecht Brotherhood of Jerusalem Pilgrim
Jan van Scorel (1495-1562). Dutch painter. Five members of the Utrecht Brotherhood of Jerusalem Pilgrims, c. 1541. Centraal Museum. Utrecht. Netherlands
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1541 Brotherhood Centraal Five Frame Jerusalem Member Members Netherlandish Netherlands Pilgrim Pilgrimage Pilgrims Rectangle Rectangular Scorel Staff Utrecht
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This 16th-century painting, titled "Five Members of the Utrecht Brotherhood of Jerusalem Pilgrims," is a masterpiece by the renowned Dutch painter Jan van Scorel, created around the year 1541. The painting is currently housed at the Centraal Museum in Utrecht, Netherlands. The Five Members of the Utrecht Brotherhood of Jerusalem Pilgrims are depicted in this evocative work, each wearing distinctive black caps adorned with white crosses, symbolizing their commitment to the brotherhood and their aspirations to make a pilgrimage to the Holy Land. Their faces, expressing various emotions, convey a sense of deep devotion and anticipation. The men are shown in a rectangular, rectangular frame, which adds to the formal and structured composition of the painting. Each man holds a staff, a common symbol of pilgrims, and wears a simple tunic, reflecting the modesty and humility expected of members of the brotherhood. The painting is a testament to the enduring appeal of religious art during the modern age. The historical significance of the Utrecht Brotherhood of Jerusalem Pilgrims, a group dedicated to making a pilgrimage to the Holy Land, adds to the painting's intrigue and allure. Jan van Scorel's skillful use of light and shadow, as well as his attention to detail, make this a truly remarkable work of art. The Five Members of the Utrecht Brotherhood of Jerusalem Pilgrims is a must-see for anyone interested in the history of art, particularly Netherlandish painting, or the religious art of the 16th century. Its timeless beauty and historical significance make it a treasure of the Centraal Museum in Utrecht and a source of inspiration for art lovers around the world.
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