Resurrection

Resurrection by Dirk Bouts
Artist
Dirk Bouts
Date
c.1455
Style
Northern renaissance
Genre
Religious painting
Location
Norton Simon Museum
"Resurrection" by Dieric Bouts is a notable example of religious painting from the Northern renaissance period. Created in tempera on canvas, the work vividly depicts the moment of Christ’s resurrection, emphasizing spiritual renewal and divine power. Bouts, possibly trained under Rogier van der Weyden, employs meticulous detail and emotional depth characteristic of his style, influenced also by Jan van Eyck. His career in Leuven from 1457 until 1475 highlights his role in advancing Northern renaissance art, blending religious themes with exquisite technique.

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