Open full image Pin

Triptych. Centre Panel: Death of St Ephraim with scenes from the lives of the monks in the Thebaid. Above; the Redeemer and six angels. Left Wing: Mourning Angels; the Crucifixions; the three Marys at

Grifo di Tancredi

1250

tempera

panel

From the collection of National Galleries Scotland

Medieval Religious

Dominant colour

Triptych. Centre Panel: Death of St Ephraim with scenes from the lives of the monks in the Thebaid. Above; the Redeemer and six angels. Left Wing: Mourning Angels; the Crucifixions; the three Marys at is a 1250 tempera by Grifo di Tancredi, held at National Galleries Scotland.

Who painted this?: Grifo di Tancredi
When & what style?: 1250
Where can I see it?: National Galleries Scotland

About this work

The painting features a triptych with a central panel depicting the death of St. Ephraim, surrounded by scenes from the lives of monks in the Thebaid. Above this scene, the Redeemer and six angels are visible. The left wing of the triptych shows mourning angels, the Crucifixions, and the three Marys at the tomb. In the foreground, the colors are muted, with shades of brown and beige dominating the palette. The figures are dressed in simple robes, and the overall mood is one of solemnity and reverence. The use of tempera as a medium adds a sense of texture and depth to the painting, drawing the viewer's eye to the intricate details of the scenes depicted. For more on this technique, explore the world of tempera.