Christ and the Virgin
Cut down at the top
Robert Campin, also called the Master of Flémalle, Netherlandish (active Tournai), first documented 1406, died 1444
Geography:
Made in Netherlands (historical name, 15th-16th century), Europe
Date:
c. 1430-1435Medium:
Oil and gold on panelDimensions:
11 1/4 x 17 15/16 inches (28.6 x 45.6 cm)Curatorial Department:
European Painting
Cat. 332Credit Line:
John G. Johnson Collection, 1917
Made in Netherlands (historical name, 15th-16th century), Europe
Date:
c. 1430-1435Medium:
Oil and gold on panelDimensions:
11 1/4 x 17 15/16 inches (28.6 x 45.6 cm)Curatorial Department:
European Painting
* Gallery 219, European Art 1100-1500, second floor
Accession Number:Cat. 332Credit Line:
John G. Johnson Collection, 1917
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The gold background of this painting sets the scene in the timeless, eternal space of heaven. The close relationship between the two figures suggests that the Virgin is interceding with her son Christ on behalf of humankind.
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