1491
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
Dominant colour
Der Schatzbehalter: Moses Found by Pharaoh's Daughter (recto); Der Schatzbehalter: Christ before Caiaphas (verso) is a 1491 by Michael Wolgemut, a Renaissance work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.
The painting is divided into two scenes, each with its own unique composition. The left scene depicts a group of people gathered around a body of water, while the right scene shows a group of men standing in a room. In the left scene, a woman is shown standing on the shore, surrounded by several other figures. The right scene features a man standing in the center, surrounded by a group of men who appear to be questioning him. The painting's use of contrasting colors and detailed compositions creates a sense of depth and emotion. For more information on the artist's use of chiaroscuro, look up Michael Wolgemut.
Michael Wolgemut (formerly spelt Wohlgemuth; 1434 – 30 November 1519) was a German painter and printmaker, who ran a workshop in Nuremberg.
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