The artwork “Triptych of the Family Moreel (closed)” was created by Hans Memling in 1484. Executed using oil on wood, it is a distinguished piece of the Northern Renaissance, classified under the religious painting genre and forms part of the “Willem Moreel Triptych” series. Presently, this notable artwork is housed in the Groeningemuseum in Bruges, Belgium.
The artwork consists of two panels depicting sculpted-like monochromatic figures. The left panel illustrates a serene figure clad in robes, holding a cross-staff, accompanied by a lamb, symbolizing Christ as the Good Shepherd. The right panel portrays a knight in gleaming armor, dynamically poised in the act of vanquishing a dragon, embodying the triumph of good over evil. The figures are rendered with remarkable attention to detail, sculptural quality, and realism, characteristic of the Northern Renaissance period. The use of a monochromatic scheme enhances the impression of carved stone, giving the panels a sculptural dimension and depth.
