Artwork
Götterversammlung (zugeschrieben)
Götterversammlung (zugeschrieben) is an unspecified painting by the Mannerist artist Hans Bocksberger the Younger. It dates from 1556 and is held in the collection of the Bavarian State Painting Collections.
About this work
Overview
Götterversammlung (Assembly of Gods) is a painting attributed to Hans Bocksberger the Younger, dated to 1556. It is part of the collection at the Alte Pinakothek in Munich.
Subject & Meaning
The subject matter of Götterversammlung revolves around a gathering of gods, likely drawing from classical mythology. The specific narrative or mythological context is not explicitly detailed in available information.
Technique & Style
Insufficient specific details are provided about the painting's technique or style beyond its attribution to Hans Bocksberger the Younger, suggesting a connection to 16th-century European artistic practices.
History & Provenance
Created in 1556, Götterversammlung is attributed to Hans Bocksberger the Younger. Its current location is the Alte Pinakothek, though the full provenance history is not detailed here.
Context
The painting reflects the Renaissance interest in classical mythology. Its creation in 1556 situates it within the broader cultural and artistic revival of European Renaissance art.
Legacy
The legacy of Götterversammlung is tied to its presence in the Alte Pinakothek's collection, contributing to the museum's holdings of 16th-century European art, though its specific impact or influence is not elaborated upon.
Artist & collection
Artist
Hans Bocksberger the Younger (1525–1587) was an artist, born in Salzburg.
