Four Scenes from the Passion

Bernard van Orley

Created:
Movement:
1520
Renaissance
key Notes:
Narrative Complexity; Religious Iconography
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Dimensions:
11 3/4 x 11 3/8 in. (29.8 x 28.9 cm)
medium:
Oil on wood
Difficulty:
Expert
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story of the work:

"Four Scenes from the Passion" is a series of paintings by Bernard van Orley, created around 1520, that depicts key moments from the Passion of Christ, reflecting the artist's integration of Northern Renaissance and Italian influences. The work is notable for its intricate detail and emotional depth, characteristic of van Orley's style, and is currently housed in the collection of the Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium.

Description of the work:

"Four Scenes from the Passion" by Bernard van Orley, created in 1520, is an oil on wood painting that presents a series of narrative vignettes depicting key moments from the Passion of Christ. The work is characterized by its intricate detail, vibrant color palette, and the use of rich textures, which collectively enhance the emotional intensity of the depicted scenes.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Four Scenes from the Passion