The Last Judgment

Joos van Cleve

Created:
Movement:
1530
Renaissance
key Notes:
Triptych composition, Apocalyptic imagery
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Dimensions:
48 3/4 x 34 in. (123.8 x 86.4 cm)
medium:
Oil on wood
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The Last Judgment by Joos van Cleve

The Last Judgment, created in 1530 by Joos van Cleve, is an exemplary work of Northern Renaissance art, executed in oil on wood. This painting reflects the artist's mastery in combining intricate detail with vivid color, characteristic of the period's Flemish painting tradition. Joos van Cleve, active primarily in Antwerp, was known for his ability to blend Italian Renaissance influences with Northern European artistic sensibilities. His work often depicted religious themes, and The Last Judgment is no exception, illustrating the dramatic and moralistic narratives popular during the time. Van Cleve's contributions to art include not only his religious compositions but also his skillful portraiture, which earned him a significant reputation in his era. This painting, like many of his works, demonstrates his adeptness at capturing human emotion and divine themes, solidifying his place in art history.

Description of the work:

The Last Judgment by Joos van Cleve

Created in 1530, "The Last Judgment" by Joos van Cleve is an oil on wood painting that exemplifies the Northern Renaissance style with its detailed depiction of biblical themes and intricate use of color. The artwork is notable for its vivid portrayal of the final judgment scene, reflecting the period's religious and artistic sensibilities.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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The Last Judgment