Created:
Movement:
1405
Gothic art
key Notes:
Gothic detail, religious intensity
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Dimensions:
22 3/4 x 16 7/8 in. (57.8 x 42.9 cm)
medium:
Oil, egg(?), and gold on plywood, transferred from wood
story of the work:

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The Flagellation by Master of the Berswordt Altar

The Flagellation, created in 1405 by the Master of the Berswordt Altar, is a significant work of early 15th-century German art. The painting employs a combination of oil, egg tempera, and gold on plywood, a medium that reflects the transitional techniques of the period. Originally executed on wood, the work was later transferred to plywood, preserving its intricate details and vibrant colors. The Master of the Berswordt Altar is an anonymous artist, named after the altarpiece in the Marienkirche in Dortmund, Germany, where his most notable works are housed. This painting exemplifies the Gothic style's emphasis on religious themes and detailed narrative scenes. The artist's use of gold highlights and meticulous attention to detail contribute to the work's enduring historical and artistic significance.

Description of the work:

"The Flagellation" by the Master of the Berswordt Altar, created in 1405, is an artwork executed using oil, egg tempera, and gold on plywood, having been transferred from its original wooden panel. This piece exemplifies the International Gothic style, depicting the biblical scene of Christ's flagellation with intricate detail and rich coloration.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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The Flagellation