11.08.2018-02.01.2019
Selection of Flemish paintings from the late 15th century to the 17th century
Numerous participations in international fairs and our links with museums, maintained through our regular loans and continuous research activity, are the fruit of meetings and discussions. Attribution regarding old paintings is an extensive subject. During this year's “l’Art en Vieille Ville”, we shall be presenting a selection of old paintings, with a focus on one in particular.
In a style that was new in the 15th century, emerging at the intersection between mediaeval and modern values, late Gothic and Renaissance, this Passion of Christ, through its colours and figures, is considered to be part of the production of a master active in the Lower Rhine region at the end of the 15th century. Utrecht or Cologne? Circa 1470? 1490? In this remarkably painted panel, the painter's talent lies in the portrayal of a series of episodes in an architectural setting where attention is paid to depth and perspective. The kneeling donor is depicted at the bottom left of the painting, and her arms – a two-headed eagle – are shown in a niche at the law courts. Furthermore, the letters 'I.H.S. / T.(.)' printed on the flag among the crowd, are also an indication of the donor's identity.
Who is she? And who is her painter?
Image
Anonymous Rhenish painter,
circa 1490-1500
Passion of Christ
panel: 93 x 70 cm