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Northern Europe

1450 – 1650

The Lamentation

Artist: The Master of Frankfurt
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This painting was produced in the studio of a little-known artist practising in Antwerp, who was called the Master of Frankfurt on account of his commissions for the citizens of Frankfurt. It depicts the mourning which took place after Jesus has been taken down from the cross (the cross on Mount Calvary can be seen in the background as part of the narrative). Christ’s body is held by Joseph of Arimathea whilst Nicodemus is by his feet. The Virgin is supported by Saint John and behind her stand three women: Mary Magdalene with a pot of ointment, possibly Mary, mother of James and Joseph, and Mary, wife of Cleopas. The painting contains a number of naturalistic details, including the plants in the foreground.

Details

Artist
The Master of Frankfurt
Title
The Lamentation
Date
About 1500
Medium
Oil on wood panel
Dimensions
h x w: 1153 x 848 mm
Reference
CVCSC:0001.N
Collection
Northern European
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