Artwork
Drei Täfelchen aus dem Zyklus zum Leben Marias
Drei Täfelchen aus dem Zyklus zum Leben Marias is an oil painting by the Northern Renaissance artist Marcellus Coffermans. It dates from 1562 and is held in the collection of the Kunsthaus Zürich.
About this work
Overview
Drei Täfelchen aus dem Zyklus zum Leben Marias is a triptych oil painting by Marcellus Coffermans, created around 1562.
Subject & Meaning
The triptych depicts three scenes: a kneeling woman in prayer, a gathering of figures including a woman and a man in red robes, and a woman outdoors with a baby. The narrative is likely related to the life of Mary, given the work's title.
Technique & Style
The painting showcases Coffermans' use of oil paint to achieve detailed, expressive figures with intricate clothing and facial expressions, set against simple backgrounds. Warm and cool colors are juxtaposed to create visual interest.
History & Provenance
The painting is now held at the Kunsthaus Zürich.
Artist & collection
Artist
Marcellus Coffermans, was a Flemish renaissance painter who was active in Antwerp from 1549 to 1581.
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