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Christus nimmt Abschied von seiner Mutter

Christus nimmt Abschied von seiner Mutter, by Hans Leonhard Schäufelein, paint, 1504
Christus nimmt Abschied von seiner Mutter, by Hans Leonhard Schäufelein, paint, 1504

Christus nimmt Abschied von seiner Mutter is a paint painting by the Northern Renaissance artist Hans Leonhard Schäufelein. It dates from 1504 and is held in the collection of the Gemäldegalerie Berlin.

About this work

Overview

Christus nimmt Abschied von seiner Mutter is a painting by Hans Leonhard Schäufelein, created in 1504. It is a religious work held at the Gemäldegalerie Berlin.

Subject & Meaning

The painting is divided into two panels, depicting Jesus' farewell to his mother. The left panel shows Jesus with a group in a landscape, while the right panel features a group of women, including one in blue, in front of a building.

Technique & Style

The artist used color to create depth and atmosphere, with blues and greens in the background evoking calm, and warm colors in the figures' clothing adding warmth and humanity.

Artist & collection

This work is in the public domain (CC0). Image source: Gemäldegalerie Berlin open access. Spotted an error in this record? Tell us.