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Triptych with the Life Story of Solomon, by Master of the King Solomon Triptych, oil, 1521

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Overview

Triptych with the Life Story of Solomon is a 1521 oil by Master of the King Solomon Triptych, a Early Baroque Italian work, held at Mauritshuis.

When & what style?
1521 · Early Baroque Italian
Where can I see it?
Mauritshuis

About this work

This painting is a triptych, divided into three sections. The central panel depicts a woman in a blue dress, surrounded by people in various attire, including a man in a red robe and a woman in a white dress. The left panel shows a group of people gathered around a woman, while the right panel features a woman in a red dress, accompanied by a man in a white robe. The painting's style is reminiscent of the Northern Renaissance, with intricate details and vivid colors. The artist's use of oil paint creates a sense of depth and texture, drawing the viewer's eye to the central figure. The painting's story is rooted in biblical history, depicting the life of King Solomon. To learn more about the artist behind this work, explore the life and legacy of Master of the King Solomon Triptych.

About the artist

Portrait of Master of the King Solomon Triptych
Artist

Master of the King Solomon Triptych

A Dutch painter active around the early 1500s, this anonymous artist made vivid, multi-panel religious scenes.

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