Altarpiece of the Church Fathers: Vision of St Sigisbert

The altarpiece panel known as the Vision of St Sigisbert was created by the artist Michael Pacher around 1450. Executed on a wooden panel, the work measures 103 cm in height and 91 cm in width. The painting is currently held within the Bavarian State Painting Collections and is displayed at the Alte Pinakothek.

While the specific original commission and the detailed chain of ownership prior to its current museum residence are not detailed in the available records, the work's inception is firmly established in the mid-15th century.

The Altarpiece of the Church Fathers: Vision of St Sigisbert is a panel painting created by Tyrolean artist Michael Pacher around 1450. It is one of several panels from a religious altarpiece now housed in the Alte Pinakothek.

Created in the mid-15th century, this work reflects Pacher's innovative blend of Northern European craftsmanship with the emerging influences of the Italian Renaissance, particularly in its use of perspective and lighting effects. The visible landscape outside the window adds a touch of realism, contrasting with the spiritual interior scene.

As one of Pacher's notable works, it contributes to the understanding of the transition from Gothic to Renaissance styles in Central European art. The panel's detailed craftsmanship and effective use of chiaroscuro have made it a subject of study for art historians focusing on the period's artistic evolution.