Jakobus-Stephanus-Altar: Der Leichnam des Jakobus wird vor Königin Lupa gebracht

Rendered in the Northern Renaissance idiom, the painting combines meticulous detail with a layered spatial arrangement. An arched window frames a distant cityscape, while the foreground figures are clothed in richly patterned garments; the central saint wears a black dress topped by a gold crown, emphasizing his sanctified status.

Created during Reichlich’s mature period, the panel was likely intended for a local chapel or altar dedicated to Saint James. Over the centuries it entered various private and institutional collections before being acquired by the Alte Pinakothek, where it remains on display.

The work reflects the devotional practices of early 16th‑century Austria, where saints’ lives were visualized to inspire piety. Its detailed architecture and landscape echo contemporary interests in realistic space and the integration of biblical narrative with recognizable urban settings.