The Last Judgment triptych, right wing, Praying donor Catherine Tanagli with archangel Michael

The Last Judgment triptych, right wing, Praying donor Catherine Tanagli with archangel Michael by Hans Memling
Artist
Hans Memling
Date
1467 - 1471
Style
Northern renaissance
Genre
Religious painting
Location
National Museum
The right wing of The Last Judgment triptych, featuring Praying donor Catherine Tanagli with archangel Michael, exemplifies Northern renaissance artistry. Painted with oil on oak panels, the work emphasizes detailed realism and vibrant color. The scene depicts the donor in humble prayer before the archangel Michael, symbolizing salvation and divine judgment central to many religious paintings of the period. The intricate craftsmanship reflects the Northern renaissance’s mastery of light, texture, and spiritual symbolism.

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