The artwork, titled “Altar triptych from the Lübeck Cathedral (detail),” is a religious painting created by Hans Memling in 1491. This piece, belonging to the Northern Renaissance art movement, employs oil on canvas as its medium and is part of the series “Altarpiece in Lübeck Cathedral.” The dimensions of the painting are 205 x 150 cm.
This particular detail of the artwork presents a vivid and meticulously crafted scene depicting a religious narrative, likely associated with the Resurrection, given the presence of figures suggestive of biblical events. Jesus, attired in a red robe and holding a cross-staff, stands authoritatively while other figures around him, possibly saints or historical biblical personas, exhibit a range of expressions from awe to sorrow. The background reveals a dramatic and tonal landscape, further emphasizing the divine and miraculous nature of the scene. The use of light and shadow, along with the detailed rendering of each character’s attire and expression, illustrates Memling’s expertise and the hallmarks of the Northern Renaissance style.
