Artwork

Arch of the Tetramorph with Seraph and Archangel from Santa Maria de Taüll

Arch of the Tetramorph with Seraph and Archangel from Santa Maria de Taüll is an unspecified painting by the Byzantine icon painting artist Master of Taüll. It dates from 1123 and is held in the collection of the Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya.

About this work

Overview

The Arch of the Tetramorph with Seraph and Archangel from Santa Maria de Taüll is a 12th-century religious painting held at the Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a group of figures, including a central haloed figure with wings, surrounded by other winged beings, likely representing a celestial scene.

Technique & Style

The artist, known as the Master of Taüll, employed bold lines and geometric shapes to create depth and texture, arranging the figures in a dynamic composition with varied orientations.

History & Provenance

Created in 1123, the painting originated from the church of Santa Maria de Taüll, later being relocated to its current home at the Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya.