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The Ascension

The Ascension is an oil painting by the Early Renaissance artist Juan de Flandes. It dates from 1514 and is held in the collection of the Museo del Prado.
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Subject & Meaning
The work illustrates the biblical event where Christ rises into heaven, a central theme in Christian iconography representing his return to the divine realm.
Juan de Flandes's The Ascension, created in 1514, is a religious painting that depicts the Ascension of Jesus as its main subject. The work illustrates the biblical event where Christ rises into heaven, a central theme in Christian iconography representing his return to the divine realm. Executed in oil on a pine panel, the piece serves as a visual meditation on this pivotal moment of salvation history, emphasizing the transition from earthly life to heavenly glory.
Technique & Style
Created in 1514, The Ascension by Juan de Flandes is executed in oil paint on a pine panel support. The work measures 110 cm in height and 84 cm in width. As a religious painting, it depicts the Ascension of Jesus as its main subject, with the figure of Jesus shown wearing a hat. The piece is currently held in the collection of the Museo del Prado.
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The Ascension is an oil painting created by Juan de Flandes in 1514. It is a religious work held at the Museo del Prado.
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