The Triumph of the Church

Deutsche Grafik 1250–1460, seconda metà del XIII secolo

"The Triumph of the Church" is a square, illuminated artwork featuring a richly detailed and vibrant scene. At the center, two primary figures are depicted: a crowned female figure on the left, dressed in flowing robes of white and grey, holding a church model and a staff, and a crowned male figure on the right, seated and adorned in a blue robe, holding a scepter. They are surrounded by a golden background. Encircling the central figures are numerous smaller figures, each with distinct facial features and attire, arranged in rows and arches. The border is intricately detailed with various groups of figures, all set against a gold and red backdrop. The composition is symmetrical, with a balance of colors and figures throughout.
Artista
Deutsche Grafik 1250–1460
Datazione
seconda metà del XIII secolo
Tipologia
Disegno
Tecnica
tempera and gold leaf on vellum
Dimensioni
20,9 × 20,2 cm
Collezione
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licenza
Pubblico dominio, CC0

Descrizione dell’immagine

"The Triumph of the Church" is a square, illuminated artwork featuring a richly detailed and vibrant scene. At the center, two primary figures are depicted: a crowned female figure on the left, dressed in flowing robes of white and grey, holding a church model and a staff, and a crowned male figure on the right, seated and adorned in a blue robe, holding a scepter. They are surrounded by a golden background. Encircling the central figures are numerous smaller figures, each with distinct facial features and attire, arranged in rows and arches. The border is intricately detailed with various groups of figures, all set against a gold and red backdrop. The composition is symmetrical, with a balance of colors and figures throughout.

Deutsche Grafik 1250–1460