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Detail of the Diptych of Maarten van Nieuwenhove, 1487 (oil on panel)
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Detail of the Diptych of Maarten van Nieuwenhove, 1487 (oil on panel)
490234 Detail of the Diptych of Maarten van Nieuwenhove, 1487 (oil on panel) by Memling, Hans (c.1433-94); Groeningemuseum, Bruges, Belgium; (add.info.: See also 490233.); © Art in Flanders
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Apple Diptych Flemish Flemish Artist Hans Memling Memling Hans 1433 1494 Mirror 15th 15 Xv Xvth Fifteenth Century Flemish Art
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This print showcases a mesmerizing detail from the Diptych of Maarten van Nieuwenhove, painted by the renowned artist Hans Memling in 1487. The diptych, displayed at the Groeningemuseum in Bruges, Belgium, is a true masterpiece of Flemish art. In this particular section of the diptych, we are drawn into an intimate scene that captures our attention with its intricate details. At the center stands the Virgin Mary holding baby Jesus tenderly in her arms. Her gaze is fixed on him with love and devotion while he reaches out to grab an apple held by a child beside them. The use of symbolism is evident as the apple represents knowledge and temptation. It alludes to biblical stories such as Adam and Eve's fall from grace or even Christ's sacrifice for humanity's sins. What makes this composition even more intriguing is the presence of a mirror reflecting their image back at us. This inclusion adds depth and invites contemplation about our own relationship with divinity. Hans Memling's skillful brushwork brings life to every element within this artwork - from Mary's delicate features to Jesus' innocent expression. Through his meticulous attention to detail, Memling transports us back in time to experience firsthand this momentous event in Christian history. As we admire this extraordinary piece, we cannot help but marvel at Memling's mastery and appreciate how art has preserved these significant narratives throughout centuries.
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