Maarten de Vos. Altaarstuk van de gilde van de oude voetboog
1590
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From the collection of Catholic University of Leuven
1590
unspecified
From the collection of Catholic University of Leuven
This painting shows a religious scene with figures and buildings. It's an example of Mannerism, a style that was popular in the 16th century. The details in the painting are interesting, like the way the characters are posed. Look up the technique of sfumato to learn more about how artists like Maarten de Vos created subtle, gradual transitions between colors and shades.
