Vertreibung der Händler aus dem Tempel

Bassano employs a high level of detail, evident in the intricate folds of garments and the textured surfaces of stone columns and ceiling. The muted chromatic scheme, dominated by earth tones, creates a somber atmosphere, while the careful modeling of light accentuates the tumultuous movement of the crowd. A small dog in the foreground adds a touch of naturalism.

After its completion in the mid‑sixteenth century, the painting entered private collections before being acquired by the Bavarian state. It has been part of the Alte Pinakothek’s permanent collection since the museum’s early acquisitions, providing scholars with a clear example of Bassano’s later religious output.

The work reflects the Counter‑Reformation’s emphasis on biblical narratives that reinforced ecclesiastical authority. Bassano, known for integrating genre elements into sacred subjects, situates the dramatic expulsion within a familiar, almost domestic interior, thereby making the theological message accessible to contemporary viewers.