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Gothic Art. Spain. Lluis Dalmau (flourished between 1431-146
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Gothic Art. Spain. Lluis Dalmau (flourished between 1431-146
Gothic Art. Spain. Lluis Dalmau (flourished between 1431-1460). Virgin of the Consellers (Councillors) (c.1443-1445). It depicts the five councilors of the city of Barcelona in adoration. Oil on oak wood. National Art Museum of Catalonia (MNAC). Barcelona. Spain
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Adoration Altarpiece Barcelona Catalonia Councillors Infant Lluis Luis Pray Prayer Praying Renaissance Virgin 15th Dalmau Mnac
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This exquisite Gothic masterpiece, titled "Virgin of the Consellers" or "Virgin of the Councillors," was painted by the renowned Spanish artist Lluis Dalmau around 1443-1445. The artwork is an oil on oak wood altarpiece, currently housed at the National Art Museum of Catalonia (MNAC) in Barcelona, Spain. The painting depicts the five councilors of the city of Barcelona, dressed in their finest attire, in an act of deep reverence before the Virgin Mary and the Christ Child. The Virgin Mary is depicted with a serene expression, her hands in prayer, while the Christ Child gazes up at his mother with a knowing, almost adult-like gaze. The councilors, with their hands joined in prayer, are shown in various stages of devotion, some with their eyes closed in deep concentration, others with their gaze fixed on the divine figures before them. This altarpiece is a testament to the rich artistic and religious traditions of Barcelona during the late Gothic and early Renaissance periods. The intricate details of the councilors' clothing, the delicate folds of the Virgin's robes, and the lifelike expressions of the figures all demonstrate Dalmau's mastery of the Gothic style. The cross in the background serves as a reminder of the religious fervor that permeated Spanish society during this time. The "Virgin of the Consellers" is a precious and moving work of art that offers a glimpse into the religious and cultural history of Barcelona during the Middle Ages. It is a must-see for anyone interested in the history of art, religion, or the rich cultural heritage of Spain.
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