Artwork
Marriage of the Virgin (polyptych)
Marriage of the Virgin (polyptych) is an oil painting by Jacob van Utrecht. It dates from 1514 and is held in the collection of the Fitzwilliam Museum.
About this work
Overview
The Marriage of the Virgin is a panel from a polyptych painted in oil around 1514 by Jacob van Utrecht, a Flemish artist active in Antwerp and Lübeck.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts the biblical scene of the Virgin Mary's marriage to Joseph, officiated by a priest. The figures are surrounded by onlookers, all dressed in elaborate attire, emphasizing the significance of the event.
Technique & Style
The work showcases van Utrecht's skill in capturing intricate details, such as the folds of clothing and facial expressions, characteristic of early Renaissance art in the Low Countries.
History & Provenance
The panel is now held in the Fitzwilliam Museum, a testament to its enduring significance as a representation of early Renaissance art.
Artist & collection
Artist
Jacob Claesz van Utrecht, also named by his signature Jacobus Traiectensis (c. 1479 – after 1525) was a Flemish early Renaissance painter who worked in Antwerp and Lübeck.
