Man of Sorrows (1500-1525)
Albrecht Bouts1500-1525 · Square · Public domain
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Provenance and rights
- Rights
- Public domain (artist died 1549)
Specifications
- Year
- 1500-1525
- Nationality / school
- Flemish
- Lifespan
- 1452–1549
About the artwork
"Man of Sorrows" (1500-1525) is a work by Albrecht Bouts. The catalogue places it in Religion. The format is square. Background on Religion: Buddhist painting, Hindu devotional imagery, and Islamic calligraphy and ornament each have conventions of their own. Religious painting is among the largest bodies of art ever made, from altarpieces, icons, and illuminated manuscripts to devotional prints. About the period around 1500-1525: The Protestant Reformation changed how religious imagery was commissioned in northern Europe, while Venetian painters made rich colour and brushwork a central concern. Elsewhere, the Mughal court in India developed a distinctive tradition of miniature painting, and printed images continued to travel widely between countries.
"Man of Sorrows" is shown in the onlly.art catalogue for reference and browsing. A square format is flexible and works well on its own or as part of a grid on a gallery wall. Religious subjects rely on symbolism, gesture, and layered painterly drama, so they tend to read best in calm and composed interiors. Browsing works by the same artist, or from the same period, is a good way to compare styles before choosing what suits your space.
About the artist
Flemish, 1452–1549
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