Predella panel with Saint Martial, Saint Sebastian, and Saint Mary Magdalen from Retable

Domingo Ram

Created:
Movement:
1499
Renaissance
key Notes:
"Religious Iconography" "Renaissance Detail"
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Dimensions:
H. 24-1/2, W. 41-1/2 in.
medium:
Tempera on wood, gold ground
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Expert
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Predella Panel with Saint Martial, Saint Sebastian, and Saint Mary Magdalen from Retable

The painting titled "Predella panel with Saint Martial, Saint Sebastian, and Saint Mary Magdalen from Retable," created by Domingo Ram in 1499, is a notable example of late 15th-century Spanish religious art. Executed in tempera on wood with a gold ground, this work exemplifies the intricate detail and vibrant color characteristic of the period. The inclusion of saints such as Martial, Sebastian, and Mary Magdalen reflects the devotional practices and iconographic traditions of the time. Domingo Ram, an artist active during the late Gothic period in Spain, is known for his contributions to ecclesiastical art, though specific biographical details about him remain scarce. This predella panel would have originally formed part of a larger altarpiece, serving both a decorative and didactic function within a church setting. The use of gold ground not only enhances the visual impact but also signifies the divine light and sanctity associated with the depicted saints.

Description of the work:

The painting "Predella panel with Saint Martial, Saint Sebastian, and Saint Mary Magdalen from Retable" by Domingo Ram, created in 1499, is a tempera on wood artwork with a gold ground, characteristic of the late Gothic style prevalent in Spain during this period. The panel depicts three saints, each rendered with intricate detail and vibrant colors, reflecting the religious devotion and artistic techniques of the time.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Predella panel with Saint Martial, Saint Sebastian, and Saint Mary Magdalen from Retable