Pieta

The painting depicts a biblical scene with three figures, probably Pieta. In the centre is a naked man with visible stigmata, lying in the arms of a woman dressed in a blue robe. A second woman, wearing a white and blue robe and headdress, holds a reliquary and sits with a contemplative expression. A man in a red robe stands at the side supporting the head of the reclining man. The background shows a dramatic sky at sunset and a skull can be seen on the ground, symbolizing mortality.

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Prevailing color of this fine art print is dark and its shape is landscape. This image is printed on demand - you can choose material, size and finishing.

Not much is known about the early life of Dutch master Rogier van der Wyeden (1399-1464). Wyeden lived in Brussels all his life, except for one trip to Italy, which influenced the style of 15th century painters by mixing the styles of Nordic and Italian painters. His work was mainly religious ( Pieta). He created paintings with religious themes, in which he was able to capture the feelings of his characters. His fame allegedly overshadowed that of Jan van Eyck.