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An angel welcomes the blessed into heaven while on the right the damned are being
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An angel welcomes the blessed into heaven while on the right the damned are being
XIR488613 An angel welcomes the blessed into heaven while on the right the damned are being dragged down by devils to hell, detail of the Last Judgement and the Resurrection of the Dead from the Redemption Triptych, c.1460 (oil on panel) (detail of 156219) by Stockt, Vrancke van der (c.1420-c.95); Prado, Madrid, Spain; (add.info.: Vranke van der Stockt was a pupil of Rogier van der Weyden, who was formerly considered the painter of this triptych; in the 16th century this picture belonged to Leonor Mascarenas, governess of King Philip II; she gave it to the Convent of Nuestra SeAnora de los Angeles, which she founded; ); Netherlandish, out of copyright
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In this photo print, we are transported to a moment of divine reckoning. The scene depicts the Last Judgement and the Resurrection of the Dead from the Redemption Triptych, created by Vrancke van der Stockt in 1460. On the left side, an angel with outstretched wings stands as a radiant beacon of hope and salvation. With open arms and a serene expression, she welcomes the blessed souls into heaven's eternal embrace. However, on the right side of this powerful composition lies a stark contrast. Damned souls are being dragged down by menacing devils towards their inevitable descent into hell. Their faces contorted with anguish and despair, they struggle against their fate but find no reprieve from their tormentors. This detail captures both the dichotomy between heaven and hell as well as the artist's mastery in depicting human emotions. The intricate brushwork brings each figure to life, allowing us to witness their individual stories unfold within this grand narrative. Vrancke van der Stockt skillfully portrays themes of judgement, redemption, damnation, and paradise through his meticulous attention to detail and profound understanding of human nature. This masterpiece serves as a testament to his talent as well as his training under Rogier van der Weyden. Displayed at Prado Museum in Madrid today, this painting continues to captivate viewers with its timeless portrayal of humanity's ultimate destiny – where some find solace in heavenly bliss while others face eternal damnation amidst fiery depths below.
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