The artwork is titled “Altar triptych from the Lübeck Cathedral (detail)” and it was created by Hans Memling in 1491. This piece, belonging to the Northern Renaissance art movement, is rendered in oil on canvas. The dimensions of the artwork are 205 x 75 cm, and it is part of the “Altarpiece in Lübeck Cathedral” series. It is classified as a religious painting.
In the artwork, Hans Memling depicts a vibrant and dramatic religious scene typical of Northern Renaissance iconography. The primary subject appears to be a significant biblical event, meticulously detailed with figures in various states of emotion and action. In the backdrop, the landscape is rendered with a meticulous attention to detail, featuring a rocky and undulating terrain under a sky filled with dark, tumultuous clouds. The use of color by Memling, particularly the reds and dark tones, enhances the somber yet divine atmosphere of the scene. The central figure, adorned in a red robe, appears to be in a state of ascension or resurrection, surrounded by figures that likely represent mourners and soldiers, contributing to the narrative richness of the piece.
