The Last Judgment triptych, central panel, Maiestas Domini with Archangel Michael weighing the souls

The Last Judgment triptych, central panel, Maiestas Domini with Archangel Michael weighing the souls by Hans Memling
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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