Artist: Jan Van Eyck
Topic: Temples Religious Virgin Mary Woman
Date: 1425
Size: 32 x 14 cm
Museum: Staatliche Museen (Berlin, Germany)
Technique: Oil
The Masterpiece of Early Netherlandish Painting
Madonna in the Church, also known as The Virgin in the Church, is a small oil panel by the early Netherlandish painter Jan van Eyck. This masterpiece was probably executed between c. 1438-1440 and depicts the Virgin Mary holding the Child Jesus in a Gothic cathedral. The painting's dimensions are small enough to be almost considered a miniature, measuring only 31 cm × 14 cm.
A Discovered Masterpiece
The attribution of Madonna in the Church reflects the progression and trends of 19th and 20th-century scholarship on Early Netherlandish art. The panel was discovered in 1850, but its significance was not recognized until later. Today, it is considered one of Jan van Eyck's most important works.
A Hidden Diptych
Most art historians believe that there are a number of indicators that the panel was the left-hand wing of a dismantled diptych. The frame contains clasps, implying it was once hinged to another panel. At Wikioo.org, you can find high-quality reproductions of this masterpiece as well as other works by Jan van Eyck.
The Queen of Heaven
Mary is presented as Queen of Heaven wearing a jewel-studded crown and richly decorated clothing. The painting's use of light highlights the divine nature of Mary and Jesus, emphasizing their importance in Christian iconography.
Bringing Art to Your Home
At Wikioo.org, we offer high-quality reproductions of Madonna in the Church on canvas or as an oil painting. Our reproductions are handmade by skilled artists and are perfect for adding a touch of elegance to any room. Order your reproduction today and bring this masterpiece into your home.
Discover More at Wikioo.org
At Wikioo.org, you can find high-quality reproductions of other works by Jan van Eyck, including The Annunciation and The Crucifixion and Last Judgment. We also offer reproductions of works by other famous artists, such as Vincent van Gogh, Claude Monet, and Pablo Picasso. Explore our collection today and find the perfect piece for your home or office. Note: The provenance of Madonna in the Church contains many gaps, and even the better-documented periods are often complicated or "murky", according to Wikipedia. However, its significance as a masterpiece of Early Netherlandish painting is undeniable.
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