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Daniel Saving Susanna, the Judgment of Daniel, and the Execution of the Elders

Daniel Saving Susanna, the Judgment of Daniel, and the Execution of the Elders, by Master of the Apollo and Daphne Legend, tempera, 1500
Daniel Saving Susanna, the Judgment of Daniel, and the Execution of the Elders, by Master of the Apollo and Daphne Legend, tempera, 1500

Daniel Saving Susanna, the Judgment of Daniel, and the Execution of the Elders is a tempera painting by the Northern Renaissance artist Master of the Apollo and Daphne Legend. It dates from 1500 and is held in the collection of the Art Institute of Chicago.

About this work

Overview

Daniel Saving Susanna, the Judgment of Daniel, and the Execution of the Elders is a tempera on panel painting from circa 1500, attributed to the Master of Apollo and Daphne, currently housed at the Art Institute of Chicago.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a biblical narrative, specifically the story of Daniel intervening on behalf of Susanna, alongside the judgment of Daniel and the execution of the elders, illustrating a moral and religious theme.

Technique & Style

Characterized by detailed renderings of attire and facial expressions, the work offers insight into the artist's attention to everyday life details of the time, reflective of the Master of Apollo and Daphne's stylistic approach.

History & Provenance

Created around 1500, the painting's provenance is not extensively detailed here, but it is known to be part of the Art Institute of Chicago's collection.

Context

The work provides a visual window into 15th-century perceptions of biblical events and daily life, through the lens of the Master of Apollo and Daphne's artistic interpretation.

Legacy

While specific influence or renown of this piece is not highlighted, it contributes to the broader understanding of religious art from its era and the Master's oeuvre.

Artist & collection