Diptych with scenes from the life of Christ, c. 1375
Attributed to Master of the Passion Diptychexpand_more
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Gift of funds from Mr. and Mrs. John E. Andrus III, Atherton and Winifred W. Bean, and an Anonymous Donorexpand_more 83.72
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The carved scenes of this diptych (hinged two-paneled object) read from left to right, beginning at the bottom: the Annunciation, the Nativity, the Adoration of the Magi, the Betrayal of Judas, the Crucifixion, the Resurrection, the Ascension, and Pentecost.
In the Middle Ages, wealthy nobles commissioned exquisite diptychs, illustrated prayer books, and other portable religious objects which they could carry on their frequent travels. These works provided a focus for private meditation and attested to the owner's refined taste.
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- Title
- Diptych with scenes from the life of Christ
- Artist Life
- active c.1375
- Role
- Sculptor
- Accession Number
- 83.72
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