Hugo van der Goes Making a Portrait of Mary of Burgundy

Wilhelm (Guillaume) Koller

Created:
Movement:
1877
Realism
key Notes:
Historical portraiture, Artistic homage
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Dimensions:
23 3/8 x 34 in. (59.4 x 86.4 cm)
medium:
Oil on wood
Difficulty:
Expert
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Wilhelm Guillaume Koller: "Hugo van der Goes Making a Portrait of Mary of Burgundy"

The painting "Hugo van der Goes Making a Portrait of Mary of Burgundy," created by Wilhelm Guillaume Koller in 1877, is an oil on wood artwork that captures a historical moment of artistic creation. Koller, a 19th-century artist, is known for his detailed historical and genre scenes, often reflecting a deep interest in the past. This particular work highlights the intersection of art and history by depicting the renowned Flemish painter Hugo van der Goes, known for his contributions to Northern Renaissance art. The painting not only serves as a homage to van der Goes but also reflects the 19th-century fascination with medieval and Renaissance subjects. Koller's choice of oil on wood as a medium is reminiscent of the techniques used by Northern Renaissance artists, thereby enhancing the historical authenticity of the scene. Through this work, Koller contributes to the 19th-century revival of interest in earlier artistic traditions, bridging the gap between past and present artistic practices.

Description of the work:

Hugo van der Goes Making a Portrait of Mary of Burgundy

The painting "Hugo van der Goes Making a Portrait of Mary of Burgundy" by Wilhelm Guillaume Koller, created in 1877, is an oil on wood artwork that depicts the Flemish painter Hugo van der Goes in the act of painting Mary of Burgundy, showcasing a detailed and realistic style characteristic of 19th-century historical genre painting. The work captures the intimate interaction between artist and sitter, emphasizing the historical significance of portraiture in the representation of nobility.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Hugo van der Goes Making a Portrait of Mary of Burgundy