Artwork

The Ascension of the Virgin

The Ascension of the Virgin, by Unknown, 1550
The Ascension of the Virgin, by Unknown, 1550

The Ascension of the Virgin is a photography by Unknown. It dates from 1550 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst.

About this work

Overview

The Ascension of the Virgin is a work created around 1550, held at the Museum of Ethnography.

Subject & Meaning

The image depicts a crowded scene with figures reaching upward, some kneeling, others standing or floating, suggesting a dramatic and possibly religious moment, potentially the ascension of a female figure to heaven.

Technique & Style

The black-and-white image employs strong chiaroscuro, with high contrast between light and dark areas, creating a sense of urgency and emphasizing the dynamic movement of the figures.

Artist & collection

Artist

Unknown

entity whose identity is not known