Donors Collection

Alaskan Potlatch
Alaskan natives gather for a POTLATCH - a ritual exchange of hospitality and gifts which often ruins the donors who seek to compete in displays of generosity

Stephan Paumgartner portrayed as Saint George, left panel of the Paumgartner Altarpiece, c
XIR498140 Stephan Paumgartner portrayed as Saint George, left panel of the Paumgartner Altarpiece, c.1500 (tempera on panel) (see also 495745) by DAOErer or Duerer

Left wing of a Memorial Triptych, formerly called the Gertz Memorial Triptych, with nine male Donor Creator: Unknown
Left wing of a Memorial Triptych, formerly called the Gertz Memorial Triptych, with nine male Donor Portraits with Saint John the Evangelist (inner), and Saint Peter (outer), after c.1527

Memorial Triptych, formerly called the Gertz Memorial Triptych, with the Lamentation (central panel) Creator: Unknown
Memorial Triptych, formerly called the Gertz Memorial Triptych, with the Lamentation (central panel), nine male Donor Portraits with Saint John the Evangelist (left wing, inner)

Triptych with the Lamentation, c.1515-c.1520. Creator: Jan Mostaert
Triptych with the Lamentation, c.1515-c.1520

Virgin and Child with Saint Anne and Saints Francis and Lidwina, with Donors (Anna Selbdritt), c.1490-c.1500. St Anne is seated on a high throne beneath a canopy in a landscape

Triptych with the Last Supper and Donors, c.1525-c.1530. Creator: Jacob Cornelisz. van Oostsanen
Triptych with the Last Supper and Donors, c.1525-c.1530. Other Title(s): Triptych with the Last Supper (centre panel), Adriana van Roon (c)

Two Wings of a Triptych with Portraits of Donors with Saints Adrian and John the Baptist, 1530-1550

"Interior of the Dom, Lübeck", by Samuel Read, in the exhibition of the Society of... 1862
"Interior of the Dom, Lubeck", by Samuel Read, in the exhibition of the Society of Painters in Water Colours, 1862. Engraving of a painting

Madonna and Child Enthroned with Two Donors, ca. 1360-65. Creator: Lorenzo Veneziano
Madonna and Child Enthroned with Two Donors, ca. 1360-65

Saint Michael the Archangel with Two Donors. Circle of Juan Rius (documented between 1457-1482) and Domingo Ram (documented between 1462-1496). circa 1465-1480. Aragonese School

Christ on the Cross with the Virgin, St. John and Mary Magdalene (oil on panel)
490253 Christ on the Cross with the Virgin, St. John and Mary Magdalene (oil on panel) by Claeissens, Pieter (1499/1500-76); Groeningemuseum, Bruges, Belgium; © Art in Flanders

Detail of the Triptych of Willem Moreel, 1484 (oil on panel)
490023 Detail of the Triptych of Willem Moreel, 1484 (oil on panel) by Memling, Hans (c.1433-94); Groeningemuseum, Bruges

Detail of the Triptych of Willem Moreel, 1484 (oil on panel)
490024 Detail of the Triptych of Willem Moreel, 1484 (oil on panel) by Memling, Hans (c.1433-94); Groeningemuseum, Bruges

Madonna with three donors, 1486 (oil on panel)
471231 Madonna with three donors, 1486 (oil on panel) by Master of the Legend of St. Ursula (1436-1504) (circle); 28x42 cm; Koninklijk Museum voor Schone Kunsten, Antwerp

Detail of the Triptych of Willem Moreel, 1484 (oil on panel)
490022 Detail of the Triptych of Willem Moreel, 1484 (oil on panel) by Memling, Hans (c.1433-94); Groeningemuseum, Bruges

Virgin and Child with St. Catherine and St. Barbara, c. 1520-25 (oil on panel)
489891 Virgin and Child with St. Catherine and St. Barbara, c.1520-25 (oil on panel) by Master of the Holy Blood, (fl.1520); Groeningemuseum, Bruges

Detail of the Triumph of Christ (oil on panel)
829079 Detail of the Triumph of Christ (oil on panel) by Coxie or Coxcie, Michiel I (1499-1592); Museums of Louvain, Belgium; © Art in Flanders

Triptych of Willem Moreel, 1484 (oil on panel)
490016 Triptych of Willem Moreel, 1484 (oil on panel) by Memling, Hans (c.1433-94); Groeningemuseum, Bruges, Belgium; (add.info)

The Baptism of Christ, c. 1502-08 (oil on panel)
489871 The Baptism of Christ, c.1502-08 (oil on panel) by David, Gerard (c.1460-1523); 132.2x182.4 cm; Sint-Janshospitaal, Bruges, Belgium; (add.info.: Also known as the Triptych of Jean des Trompes)

Sacra Conversazione
AII79617 Sacra Conversazione by Pitati, Bonifazio de (Bonifacio Veronese) (c.1487-1553); Palazzo Pitti, Florence, Italy

Window depicting the Donor (stained glass)
2921829 Window depicting the Donor (stained glass) by French School, (15th century); Eglise Saint Martin, Vatteville-la-Rue, France; (add.info.: Donor figures (stained glass) Vatteville-la-Rue

Window depicting Donors Sons (stained glass)
1279212 Window depicting Donors Sons (stained glass) by French School, (15th century); Tours Cathedral, France; (add.info.: Tours, Cathedral, France French school); French, out of copyright

Window depicting the Tree of Jesse: Jacques Prenel and Barbe Laurendel with Saint James
1278419 Window depicting the Tree of Jesse: Jacques Prenel and Barbe Laurendel with Saint James and Saint Barbara (stained glass) by French School, (16th century); Eglise de l Assomption, Herbisse

Madonna and Child with Saints (oil on panel)
BAT274613 Madonna and Child with Saints (oil on panel) by Garbo, Raffaellino del (c.1466-1524); Cenacolo di S. Salvi, Florence, Italy; Photo eNicol Orsi Battaglini; Italian, out of copyright

Sacred Conversation with Saints Barbara and Justina (oil on panel)
AII135268 Sacred Conversation with Saints Barbara and Justina (oil on panel) by Palma, Jacopo (Il Vecchio) (c.1480-1528); Galleria Borghese, Rome, Lazio, Italy; Italian, out of copyright

The Trinity, 1427-28 (fresco) (detail)
BBC200126 The Trinity, 1427-28 (fresco) (detail) by Masaccio, Tommaso (1401-28); Santa Maria Novella, Florence, Italy; Italian, out of copyright

Lancet windows from the south transept, c. 1217-25 (stained glass)
BLY183187 Lancet windows from the south transept, c.1217-25 (stained glass) by French School, (13th century); Chartres Cathedral, Chartres, France; (add.info.: left to right - Isaiah carrying St)

Calvary, side panels from triptych (panel)
BOO73196 Calvary, side panels from triptych (panel) by Heemskerck, Maerten van (1498-1574); 100.7x28 e cm; State Hermitage Museum, St. Petersburg, Russia; Dutch, out of copyright

Madonna of the Treasurers, 1567 (oil on canvas)
5058797 Madonna of the Treasurers, 1567 (oil on canvas) by Tintoretto, Jacopo Robusti (1518-94); 221x520 cm; Gallerie dell Accademia, Venice

Coopers at work, detail from the Life of St. Julian the Hospitaller window in the north
XIR232121 Coopers at work, detail from the Life of St. Julian the Hospitaller window in the north ambulatory (stained glass) by French School, (13th century); Chartres Cathedral, Chartres

Carpenters at work, detail from the Life of St. Julian the Hospitaller window in
XIR232120 Carpenters at work, detail from the Life of St. Julian the Hospitaller window in the north ambulatory (stained glass) by French School, (13th century); Chartres Cathedral, Chartres

Portal of the chapel, 1395-1404 (stone)
MAE176182 Portal of the chapel, 1395-1404 (stone) by French School; Chartreuse de Champmol, Dijon, France; ePaul Maeyaert; French, out of copyright

The Adoration of the Magi (oil on panel)
PWI95112 The Adoration of the Magi (oil on panel) by German School, (16th century); Private Collection; ePeter Willi; German, out of copyright

Window w19 depicting the Crucifixion, Deposition and Pieta (stained glass)
719685 Window w19 depicting the Crucifixion, Deposition and Pieta (stained glass) by French School, (16th century); Church of Notre-Dame-en-Vaux, Chalons-sur-Marne, France; French, out of copyright

Four donors and Saint Peter
3496945 Four donors and Saint Peter by Balduccio, Giovanni (1290-1339); (add.info.: Milano-Basilica di Sant Eustorgio-Ancona dei Magi-Giovanni Balduccio-Presentazione di quattro donatori con San)

Window depicting Two Reset Panels with Donors and Saints James and George (stained glass)
1278942 Window depicting Two Reset Panels with Donors and Saints James and George (stained glass) by French School, (16th century); Eglise Notre Dame, Rosnay, France; (add.info.: Rosnay)

Window depicting the Donors Claude de Crepy and sons with Saint Claude and Saint Peter
1278854 Window depicting the Donors Claude de Crepy and sons with Saint Claude and Saint Peter (stained glass) by French School, (16th century); Eglise Saint Antoine, Poivres

Window depicting Saint Peter as Pope receiving Donors (stained glass)
1278401 Window depicting Saint Peter as Pope receiving Donors (stained glass) by French School, (16th century); Eglise St Pierre et St Paul, Gerandot, France; (add.info.: Gerandot)

Window depicting Virgin and Child with donors, c. 1320, 14th-20th century (stained glass
1278299 Window depicting Virgin and Child with donors, c. 1320, 14th-20th century (stained glass) by French School; Eglise des Dominicans, Colmar, France; (add.info.: Colmar, l Eglise des Dominicans)

Madonna della Misericordia (fresco)
3527314 Madonna della Misericordia (fresco) by Domenico di Bartolo, (c.1400-47); Ospedale di Santa Maria della Scala, Siena, Italy; (add.info.: Madonna del Manto); Alinari Archives, Florence

The Statue of the Virgin Carried into the Church, from the Legend of Notre Dame du Sablon
XIR182991 The Statue of the Virgin Carried into the Church, from the Legend of Notre Dame du Sablon, Brussels Workshop, 1516 (tapestry) by Flemish School

The Trinity, 1427-28 (fresco) (post restoration) (detail)
BAT173691 The Trinity, 1427-28 (fresco) (post restoration) (detail) by Masaccio, Tommaso (1401-28); Santa Maria Novella, Florence, Italy; Photo eNicol Orsi Battaglini; Italian, out of copyright

Window depicting a family of donors attending the Mass (stained glass)
2921845 Window depicting a family of donors attending the Mass (stained glass) by French School, (16th century); Eglise Saint Martin, Vatteville-la-Rue, France; French, out of copyright

St. Thomas a Becket and St. Martin of Tours with Archbishop Giovanni Pietro Arrivabene
AII80456 St. Thomas a Becket and St. Martin of Tours with Archbishop Giovanni Pietro Arrivabene and Guidobaldo da Montefeltro, Duke of Urbino (d.1508) by Viti, Timoteo (1467-1524); Palazzo Ducale

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"Donors: Celebrating Generosity in Art" Art has long served as a testament to the generosity and philanthropy of individuals throughout history. From ancient traditions like the Alaskan Potlatch, where gifts were exchanged to showcase wealth and social status, to Renaissance masterpieces such as Saint Jerome by an unknown artist from 1470, which was commissioned by a generous patron. One notable example is Stephan Paumgartner portrayed as Saint George, depicted in the left panel of the Paumgartner Altarpiece. This stunning piece not only showcases the artistic talent of its creator but also highlights the importance of patrons who supported artists during this era. In Lorenzo Veneziano's Madonna and Child Enthroned with Two Donors from ca. 1360-65, we witness two figures kneeling before Mary and Jesus, offering their devotion through artful gestures. Their contribution allowed for this beautiful portrayal that continues to inspire awe centuries later. The theme extends beyond religious scenes too; they can be seen in Christ on the Cross with the Virgin, St. John, and Mary Magdalene - a poignant depiction that captures both suffering and salvation thanks to those who made it possible. Willem Moreel's Triptych from 1484 provides multiple glimpses into his generous spirit through various detailed panels. Each scene tells a story of giving back – whether it be Madonna with three donors or other captivating moments captured on canvas. Virgin and Child with St. Catherine and St. Barbara by an anonymous artist around c. 1520-25 showcases yet another instance where donors played a crucial role in preserving art for future generations to admire. Lastly, Detail of Triumph of Christ reminds us how even small contributions make a significant impact when combined together – just like brushstrokes forming an exquisite masterpiece. These artworks serve as reminders that behind every stroke lies gratitude towards those whose support enabled these creations to come alive on canvas or wood.