Artwork
Altarpiece of the Saints John
Altarpiece of the Saints John is a tempera painting by the Northern Renaissance artist Bernat Martorell. It dates from 1430 and is held in the collection of the Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya.
About this work
This altarpiece was painted by Bernat Martorell around 1430. It shows saints John the Baptist and John the Evangelist. The work is done in tempera on wood.
Martorell was a Catalan artist who worked in the early 1400s. His style blends Gothic detail with early Renaissance touches. This piece stands out for its careful craftsmanship.
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Overview
The Altarpiece of the Saints John is a tempera painting on wood created by Bernat Martorell around 1430. It is a notable example of the artist's work, held at the Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya.
Subject & Meaning
The altarpiece depicts two significant figures in Christian tradition: John the Baptist and John the Evangelist. The representation of these saints reflects the artwork's religious purpose.
Technique & Style
Executed in tempera, a medium characterized by its use of egg yolks to bind pigments, the altarpiece showcases Martorell's skill in this traditional technique. Martorell's style combines elements of Gothic detail with emerging Renaissance influences, evident in the careful craftsmanship of the work.
Artist & collection
Artist
Bernat Martorell was the leading painter of Barcelona, in modern-day Spain. He is considered to be the most important artist of the International Gothic style in Catalonia. Martorell painted retable panels and…
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