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Distressed man from Sant Climent de Taüll, by Master of Taüll, unspecified, 1123

Distressed man from Sant Climent de Taüll

Master of Taüll

1123

unspecified

From the collection of Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya

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Overview

Distressed man from Sant Climent de Taüll is a 1123 unspecified by Master of Taüll, a Byzantine icon painting work, held at Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya.

Who painted this?
Master of Taüll
When & what style?
1123 · Byzantine icon painting
Where can I see it?
Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya

About this work

This painting depicts a man with his head in his hands, looking down. He is wearing a brown tunic and has a belt around his waist. The background is a mix of yellow, orange, and gray colors. The man's facial expression suggests that he is feeling distressed or upset. His posture, with his head in his hands, adds to the sense of sadness and despair. If you're interested in learning more about this painting, you might want to check out the work of the Master of Taüll.

About the artist

Artist

Master of Taüll

A fresco painter from the 12th century, this anonymous artist decorated the walls of two small churches in a remote Catalan valley.

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