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The Seven Works of Mercy: Clothing the Naked, 1504 (oil on panel)
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The Seven Works of Mercy: Clothing the Naked, 1504 (oil on panel)
5043041 The Seven Works of Mercy: Clothing the Naked, 1504 (oil on panel) by Master of Alkmaar, (fl.1490-1510); Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, The Netherlands; (add.info.: One of seven panels (see XOS 1121270) commissioned by the Holy Spirit brotherhood for St Laurences church in Alkmaar, showing Corporal Works of Charity or how a good Christian should help those in need: feed the hungry, give drink to the thirsty, clothe the naked, bury the dead, shelter the traveller, comfort the sick, free the imprisoned. The work was badly damaged during the Iconoclasm of 1566, when Roman Catholic churches were vandalized by Protestants.); Netherlandish, out of copyright
Media ID 22322734
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Alkmaar Alms Charity Dutch City Feeding Gabled Gables Grace Mercy Narrative Needy Penance Polyptych Saint Laurence Saint Lawrence St Lawrence Northern Renaissance
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This print showcases "The Seven Works of Mercy: Clothing the Naked" by Master of Alkmaar, a renowned Netherlandish artist from the Northern Renaissance period. Painted in 1504, this oil on panel masterpiece is housed in the prestigious Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, The Netherlands. Commissioned by the Holy Spirit brotherhood for St Laurences church in Alkmaar, this artwork is part of a series depicting the Corporal Works of Charity. It portrays how a good Christian should aid those in need through acts such as feeding the hungry, giving drink to the thirsty, and clothing the naked. Despite its historical significance and artistic brilliance, this painting endured significant damage during the Iconoclasm of 1566 when Protestant vandals targeted Roman Catholic churches. However, even with its scars from history's turmoil visible upon closer inspection, it continues to radiate grace and convey profound religious messages. The image captures not only Jesus Christ but also an urban society bustling with life amidst gabled buildings that define Dutch city architecture. It serves as a poignant reminder of humanity's duty to extend mercy and compassion towards one another. Through intricate details and vibrant colors, this piece transcends time to remind us all about our shared responsibility to help those less fortunate. Its portrayal of charity and kindness remains relevant today as we navigate contemporary challenges within our own communities.
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