Altar Frontal Collection

Altar Frontal depicting The Resurrection with Four Saints, Germany, late-15th century. Creator: Unknown
Altar Frontal depicting The Resurrection with Four Saints, Germany, late-15th century

Altarfrontal in marble and semi precious stones, work by Carlo Battista Sacchi collocated in the chapel of St. Peter and Paul of church of the Carthusian Monastery in Pavia

Altarfrontal of the central altar, Church of S. Cesareo de Appia, Rome. Rome Church of S. Cesareo de Appia, presbytery Altar Frontal Romanesque, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

Embroidered silk front altar with scenes of the Life of the Virgin, preserved in the National Museum of St. Matthew in Pisa. At the center is a scene from the Coronation of the Virgin

Frontal kept at the Museo della Collegiata of Castiglione Olona, Varese Castiglione Olona Museo della Collegiata Altar Frontal Early Renaissance, Renaissance, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods

Silver frontal, embossed and gilded, with reliefs of the life of Christ; Cathedral of Castello. Citta di Castello Cathedral Altar Frontal Romanesque, Middle Ages, Europe

Tapestry fragment from an altar frontal or antependium with St Pancras and St Gotthard, possibly from Nuremberg, c
3576044 Tapestry fragment from an altar frontal or antependium with St Pancras and St Gotthard, possibly from Nuremberg, c.1460-70 (linen & wool) by German School

St. Cyprian, Bishop of Carthage, from the Sant Cebria de Cabanyes Church, 1300-25 (oil on panel)
IND49366 St. Cyprian, Bishop of Carthage, from the Sant Cebria de Cabanyes Church, 1300-25 (oil on panel) by Spanish School, (14th century); Museo Episcopal de Vic, Osona, Catalonia

The Nativity, from the Altar Frontal of Santa Maria d Avia, Bergueda, 1170-90 (tempera on poplar panel)
IND54274 The Nativity, from the Altar Frontal of Santa Maria d Avia, Bergueda, 1170-90 (tempera on poplar panel) (detail of 223698) by Master of Avia

The Stafford Altar Frontal, England, 1620 / 40 (appliqued areas: late 17th century)
The Stafford Altar Frontal, England, 1620/40 (appliqued areas: late 17th century)

Altar Frontal, Italy, 17th century. Creator: Unknown
Altar Frontal, Italy, 17th century

Altar Frontal, Italy, 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Altar Frontal, Italy, 19th century

Antependium of Altar, 1937. Creator: Edward Jewett
Antependium of Altar, 1937

Altar Frontal and Pall by Messrs Jones and Willis, Birmingham (chromolitho)
961753 Altar Frontal and Pall by Messrs Jones and Willis, Birmingham (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Altar Frontal Lamentation 1474 Attributed Cosimo Tura
Altar Frontal with the Lamentation, c. 1474. Attributed to Cosimo Tura (Italian, c. 1430-1495), Rubinetto de Francia (Italian, active 1457-1483)

The Death of St. Martin of Tours, detail from an altar frontal from the Church of
XIR218723 The Death of St. Martin of Tours, detail from an altar frontal from the Church of Saint Martin in Chia, 1150-1200 (tempera on panel) (detail of 498163) by Johannes Pintor

Virgin Saint John Evangelist 1500 Pen light dark brown ink
Artokoloro

Design Altar Frontal 18th century Pen brown black ink
Artokoloro

Design Antependium Madonna della Misericordia
Artokoloro

Martyrdom of Saint Clement, detail from an altar frontal with scenes from the life of Saint Clement
XIR498681 Martyrdom of Saint Clement, detail from an altar frontal with scenes from the life of Saint Clement, from the Church of Sant Climent de TaAOEll, Vall de Boi, Alta RibagorAza

Madonna and Child, central panel of the Altar Frontal from the Church of Santa Maria de Cardet
XIR498165 Madonna and Child, central panel of the Altar Frontal from the Church of Santa Maria de Cardet, Vall de Boi, Spain, 1150-1200 (tempera on panel) (detail of 498164) by Johannes Pintor

Altar Frontal from the Church of Santa Maria de Cardet, Vall de Boi, Spain, depicting the Madonna
XIR498164 Altar Frontal from the Church of Santa Maria de Cardet, Vall de Boi, Spain, depicting the Madonna and four scenes from her life

Altar Frontal with scenes from the life of Saint Clement, from the Church of Sant Climent de Taull
XIR498166 Altar Frontal with scenes from the life of Saint Clement, from the Church of Sant Climent de TaAOEll, Vall de Boi, Alta RibagorAza

Altar frontal from the Church of Saint Martin, Chia, Spain, depicting Saint Martin of Tours
XIR498163 Altar frontal from the Church of Saint Martin, Chia, Spain, depicting Saint Martin of Tours and four scenes from his life, 1150-1200 (tempera on panel) by Johannes Pintor

The Presentation at the Temple, from the Altar Frontal of Santa Maria d Avia
XIR498161 The Presentation at the Temple, from the Altar Frontal of Santa Maria d Avia, Bergueda, 1170-90 (tempera on poplar panel) (detail of 223698) by Master of AviA (fl.1170-1200)

Altar Frontal depicting Saint Peter seated with crozier and four scenes from his life
XIR498162 Altar Frontal depicting Saint Peter seated with crozier and four scenes from his life, 1150-1200 (tempera on panel) by Lleida

Altar Frontal of Santa Maria d Avia, Bergueda, 1170-90 (tempera on poplar panel)
XIR223698 Altar Frontal of Santa Maria d Avia, Bergueda, 1170-90 (tempera on poplar panel) (see also 498161 and 54274) by Master of AviA (fl.1170-1200); 105x175 cm; Museo de Arte de Catalunya

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"Altar Frontals: A Tapestry of Sacred Art Through the Ages" Step into the world of religious devotion and artistic mastery with these captivating altar frontals. Each piece tells a unique story, weaving together faith, history, and creativity. One such masterpiece is a tapestry fragment from an altar frontal featuring St Pancras and St Gotthard. Created in Nuremberg around 1460-70, this linen and wool artwork showcases intricate details that transport us back to medieval times. Another remarkable piece is the oil on panel painting of St. Cyprian, Bishop of Carthage. Dating back to 1300-25, it exudes a sense of serenity as we gaze upon the delicate brushstrokes that bring this holy figure to life. The Altar Frontal from Santa Maria d'Avia takes us even further back in time to 1170-90. Painted with tempera on poplar panel, The Nativity scene depicted here emanates warmth and reverence. Moving forward chronologically, we encounter The Stafford Altar Frontal from England (1620/40). Its appliqued areas added later in the late 17th century give it an intriguing layered effect. Italy also contributes its own treasures to this collection - an unknown artist's work from both the 17th and 19th centuries showcase their skillful craftsmanship through intricately designed altar frontals. Edward Jewett's Antependium of Altar (1937) adds a modern touch while still honoring tradition. His creation reflects his innovative approach while maintaining respect for sacred aesthetics. Messrs Jones and Willis' Altar Frontal and Pall demonstrate Birmingham's contribution to ecclesiastical art with their chromolitho print capturing attention with vibrant colors. Not limited to textiles or paintings alone, decorative items like color lithos add another dimension to our exploration of altar frontals' beauty across various mediums.