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The Three Maries at the Tomb, by German 15th Century, paint, 1475

The Three Maries at the Tomb

German 15th Century

1475

paint

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

The Three Maries at the Tomb is a 1475 paint by German 15th Century, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?
German 15th Century
When & what style?
1475 · Renaissance
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Art

About this work

This painting shows three women in long robes and head coverings, standing in front of an open tomb. They each hold a small object, possibly a jar or a candle. The scene is rendered in muted colors, with shades of green, rose, and yellow. The women's faces are somber, and their postures convey a sense of reverence. The tomb is decorated with intricate patterns, adding to the overall sense of solemnity. The artist's use of metalcut and hand-coloring creates a unique texture and depth in the painting. For more on the Renaissance movement, which influenced this work, look up Renaissance.

About the artist

Portrait of German 15th Century
Artist

German 15th Century

This 15th-century German artist carved vivid religious scenes into metal and wood, then hand-painted them in bright, symbolic colors.

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