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Christ in Majesty [recto], by French 12th Century, 1101

Christ in Majesty [recto]

French 12th Century

1101

vellum

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Christ in Majesty [recto] is a 1101 by French 12th Century, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?
French 12th Century
When & what style?
1101
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Art

About this work

The painting is called Christ in Majesty. It's from the early 12th century, which is interesting because that was a time when art was often used to tell stories from the Bible. The fact that it's a miniature on vellum also suggests it might have been part of a book or manuscript. You can learn more about this kind of art at the National Gallery of Art, Washington.

About the artist

Portrait of French 12th Century
Artist

French 12th Century

In the early 12th century, a French artist illuminated vellum with vivid miniatures that brought biblical scenes to life.

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