The Last Judgment triptych, central panel, Maiestas Domini with Archangel Michael weighing the souls
- Artist
- Hans Memling
- Date
- c.1471
- Style
- Northern renaissance
- Genre
- Religious painting
- Location
- National Museum
The central panel of the Last Judgment triptych vividly depicts Maiestas Domini with a majestic figure of Christ surrounded by angels and saints. At the same time, Archangel Michael is shown weighing souls in a compelling scene symbolizing the judgment of humanity. Created as a religious painting, the artwork is masterfully executed using oil paints on a wood panel, emblematic of Northern renaissance artistry. Its detailed symbolism and vivid imagery encapsulate the era's spiritual fervor and technical mastery.
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