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Agony Garden Simon Bening Flemish 1483 1561 Bruges
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Agony Garden Simon Bening Flemish 1483 1561 Bruges
The Agony in the Garden; Simon Bening (Flemish, about 1483 - 1561); Bruges, Belgium; about 1525-1530; Tempera colors, gold paint, and gold leaf on parchment; Leaf: 16.8 × 11.4 cm (6 5, 8 × 4 1, 2 in.)
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1483 1525–1530 1561 168 × 114 Cm 8 × 4 1 Agony Belgium Bruges Flemish Garden Gold Leaf Gold Paint Simon Bening Tempera Colors Parchment
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This print showcases the renowned artwork "Agony Garden" by Simon Bening, a Flemish artist who lived between 1483 and 1561 in Bruges, Belgium. Created around 1525-1530, this masterpiece is executed with tempera colors, gold paint, and gold leaf on parchment. The delicate leaf measures approximately 16.8 x 11.4 cm (6 5/8 x 4 1/2 inches), making it a small yet incredibly detailed piece. Bening's "Agony Garden" transports viewers to a moment of profound emotional turmoil as depicted in the biblical scene of Christ's agony in the garden of Gethsemane before his crucifixion. Through meticulous brushwork and intricate details, Bening captures the anguish and distress experienced by Jesus during this pivotal event. The use of vibrant tempera colors combined with touches of gold paint and gold leaf adds an ethereal quality to the composition, enhancing its spiritual significance. Bening's skillful technique brings depth and texture to every element within the painting - from the lush foliage surrounding Christ to his anguished expression. This print allows art enthusiasts to appreciate Bening's mastery firsthand while preserving its beauty for generations to come. Whether displayed as part of a private collection or admired in a gallery setting, this remarkable artwork continues to evoke powerful emotions through its timeless depiction of human suffering and divine grace.
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