1201
tempera
metal
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
The Triumph of the Church is a 1201 tempera by German 13th Century, held at National Gallery of Art.
This painting shows two big figures sitting on a throne-like platform. The one on the left wears a long white robe and holds a tall cross. The one on the right has a blue robe and a crown, holding a small book. Around them, smaller scenes fill the borders—groups of people in robes, some praying, others holding books or talking. The bright gold background and flat colors make everything look like it’s glowing. The tiny figures in the borders seem to be watching the two main characters, like they’re part of a bigger story. Look up tempera to see how artists made paint like this for centuries.
This German artist from the 13th century painted tiny religious scenes on vellum, using gold leaf and bright colors.
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