Christ and the Virgin

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Christ and the Virgin

c. 1427-1432

Robert Campin, also called the Master of Flémalle (Netherlandish (active Tournai), first documented 1406, died 1444)

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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Object Details

Title:

Christ and the Virgin

Date:

c. 1427-1432

Artist:

Robert Campin, also called the Master of Flémalle (Netherlandish (active Tournai), first documented 1406, died 1444)

Medium:

Oil and gold on panel

Dimensions:

11 1/4 × 17 15/16 inches (28.6 × 45.6 cm)

Classification:

Paintings

Credit Line:

John G. Johnson Collection, 1917

Accession Number:

Cat. 332

Geography:

Made in Netherlands (historical name, 15th-16th century), Europe

Provenance

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