Who painted Resurrection of Lazarus?

Resurrection of Lazarus was painted by Nicolas Froment in 1461.

Where can I see Resurrection of Lazarus?

Resurrection of Lazarus is held by Uffizi Gallery.

What movement is Resurrection of Lazarus?

Resurrection of Lazarus is associated with Early Renaissance.

Artwork

Resurrection of Lazarus

Nicolas Froment , 1461

Resurrection of Lazarus is an oil painting by the Early Renaissance artist Nicolas Froment. It dates from 1461 and is held in the collection of the Uffizi Gallery.

About this work

Overview

The Resurrection of Lazarus is a three-panel oil on oak altarpiece created in 1461 by Nicolas Froment. Composed of a central panel and two side panels, it is housed in the Uffizi Gallery in Florence, where it was restored in 2017.

Subject & Meaning

The central panel depicts the resurrection of Lazarus, flanked by scenes of Christ's interaction with Lazarus' sisters (Mary and Martha) and the washing of Christ's feet in a Pharisee's house. When closed, the side panels reveal portraits of Commissioner Francesco Coppini and his servants in devotion before the Madonna and Child.

Technique & Style

Executed in oil paint on oak panels, the work retains its original Flemish-style frame adorned with light gilded arches, echoing the arcades of contemporary French Gothic cathedrals.

History & Provenance

Commissioned by Francesco Coppini, the altarpiece was gifted to Cosimo de' Medici, then to the Franciscans at Convento del Bosco ai Frati between 1461-1464. It entered the Uffizi Gallery in 1841 following the suppression of religious houses.

Context

The work bears a signature on its exterior: 'Nicolaus Frumenti absolvit hoc opus XV HL. Junii MoCCCCoLXI', testifying to its creation in June 1461.

Artist & collection

Artist

Nicolas Froment

Nicolas Froment (c. 1435 – c. 1486) was a French painter of the Early Renaissance. Froment is one of the most notable representatives of the Second School of Avignon (École d'Avignon), a group of artists at the court of…