Artwork

Zweiter Kirchheimer Sippenaltar: Emerentia und Stolanus mit Esmeria und Anna

Zweiter Kirchheimer Sippenaltar: Emerentia und Stolanus mit Esmeria und Anna is an unspecified painting by the Northern Renaissance artist Master of Kirchheim. It dates from 1500 and is held in the collection of the Bavarian State Painting Collections.

About this work

Overview

This 1500 painting, Zweiter Kirchheimer Sippenaltar: Emerentia und Stolanus mit Esmeria und Anna, is the work of the Master of Kirchheim. It is a religious artwork held at the Alte Pinakothek.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts three haloed figures: a man, a woman, and a child. The woman wears a long robe and head covering, while the man is dressed in a hat and robe. The scene suggests a spiritual or religious theme, with the figures likely representing important religious characters.

Technique & Style

The background is composed of small, irregularly shaped tiles or stone pieces, arranged in a mosaic-like pattern. The artist's use of halos and chiaroscuro contributes to the overall effect of the painting, creating a sense of depth and spirituality.