Artwork
Jüngstes Gericht (Kopie nach)
Jüngstes Gericht (Kopie nach) is an unspecified painting by the Mannerist artist Christoph Schwarz. It dates from 1568 and is held in the collection of the Bavarian State Painting Collections.
About this work
Overview
Jüngstes Gericht (Kopie nach) is a 16th-century religious painting held at the Alte Pinakothek.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a dramatic scene of numerous figures in the sky, with two central figures on a cloudy platform surrounded by angels and winged beings, conveying a sense of turmoil and divine judgment.
Technique & Style
The artist employs chiaroscuro, using light to create depth and movement by contrasting glowing and dark figures, giving the impression that they are emerging from the shadows.
History & Provenance
Attributed to Christoph Schwarz, the painting was created in 1568.
Artist & collection
Pluto entführt Proserpina (zugeschrieben)
Jüngstes Gericht
Jüngstes Gericht
Götterversammlung (zugeschrieben)
Allegorie der Malerei
Evadne und Kapaneus
The Last Judgement, 1615-1616
Pallas entführt Juventus aus den Armen der Venus
Neptun mit Tritonen (zugeschrieben)
Christus im Limbus
Himmelfahrt Christi
Verherrlichung des Lammes