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Christ with disciples on the way to Emmaus
Christ with disciples on the way to Emmaus is an oil painting by Master of the Prodigal Son. It dates from 1570 and is held in the collection of the National Museum in Warsaw.
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Overview
Christ with Disciples on the Way to Emmaus is a 1570 oil painting by the Master of the Prodigal Son, a Flemish artist associated with Antwerp.
Subject & Meaning
The painting illustrates a biblical scene where Christ appears to two disciples after his resurrection, set against a serene landscape with a winding path, river, and distant buildings.
Technique & Style
The artist's use of light and shadow creates depth, while skillful brushwork conveys movement and energy, characteristic of Flemish Mannerism.
History & Provenance
The painting is now held in the National Museum in Warsaw, created by an artist active between 1530 and 1560, known for religious works, landscapes, and genre scenes.
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Artist
The Master of the Prodigal Son (fl. c.1530 – c.1560), was the notname given to a Flemish painter and designer of tapestries and stained glass. He was active in Antwerp where he operated a large workshop between 1530 and…
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