Man of Sorrows with Madonna and Saint Catherine of Alexandria
1500
oil
From the collection of Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp
1500
oil
From the collection of Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp
This painting shows a man with a crown of thorns and a halo, standing in the center. He is surrounded by two women: one on the left holding a baby, and the other on the right wearing a red dress and a crown. The background is gold with various objects and symbols. The man's hands are raised, and he appears to be wearing a white cloth around his waist. The woman on the left is wearing a blue robe and a crown, while the woman on the right is holding a sword and wearing a red dress. The overall scene is one of reverence and devotion. The painting's use of gold and vibrant colors creates a sense of luxury and importance. To learn more about the artist behind this work, look up Master of Saint Veronica.
