Christ in Majesty with the Symbols of the Evangelists

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From the collection of Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya

Dominant colour

Christ in Majesty with the Symbols of the Evangelists is an unspecified by Unknown, held at Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya.

Who painted this?: Unknown
Where can I see it?: Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya

About this work

This painting depicts a central figure, Christ, surrounded by symbols of the Evangelists. He is shown with a halo, holding a book in his left hand and making a gesture with his right. The background is a checkered pattern, and the border features various shapes and designs. A notable detail is the use of gold accents throughout the painting, which adds to its sense of grandeur and importance. The overall effect is one of reverence and devotion. If you're interested in learning more about the artist's use of chiaroscuro, you can explore the technique further.