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Geburt Christi (nach einem verlorenen Original von Hugo van der Goes) (Rückseite: Wappen) (Kopie nach)
Geburt Christi (nach einem verlorenen Original von Hugo van der Goes) (Rückseite: Wappen) (Kopie nach) is an oil painting by the Northern Renaissance artist Gerard David. It is held in the collection of the Alte Pinakothek.
About this work
Overview
This oil painting, created in 1530 by Gerard David, is a copy of a lost original by Hugo van der Goes. It depicts the Nativity of Christ in a serene and reverent manner, characteristic of the Northern Renaissance.
Subject & Meaning
The painting centers on the Virgin Mary, clad in a dark robe and halo, with the Christ child placed on an altar before her. Surrounding figures include angels and saints, some holding symbolic objects like books and candles, conveying a sense of quiet contemplation.
Technique & Style
Executed in oil paint, the work features a predominantly dark palette with subtle, chiaroscuro-enhanced highlights, contributing to an atmosphere of reverence.
History & Provenance
Originally based on a lost work by Hugo van der Goes, this copy by Gerard David is now part of the Alte Pinakothek's collection. The reverse bears a heraldic coat of arms.
Context
As a piece of the Northern Renaissance, it reflects the period's emphasis on detailed, emotionally nuanced religious scenes, with David's adaptation showcasing his interpretation of van der Goes' original concept.
Legacy
While the original by van der Goes is lost, David's copy provides valuable insight into the artistic lineage and the evolution of religious themes in Early Netherlandish painting.
Artist & collection
Artist
Gerard David (c. 1460 – 13 August 1523) was an Early Netherlandish painter and manuscript illuminator known for his brilliant use of color. Only a bare outline of his life survives, although some facts are known. He may…
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