Basler Meister Collection

Portrait John Oecolompad oil canvas 78 x 63. 8 cm
Portrait of John Oecolompad, oil on canvas, 78 x 63.8 cm, unmarked. To the right of the face the inscription: IOHAN [N] ES OE..MP.. DOCTOR... A MCCCCLXXXII (?), A MDXXXI, Basler Meister, 16. Jh

Smoke 1477 / 78 wall painting 18 x 14 cm unmarked
The Smoke, 1477/78, wall painting, 18 x 14 cm, unmarked, Basler Meister, 15. Jh

Portrait Johann Rudolf Wettstein 1651 oil canvas
Portrait of Johann Rudolf Wettstein, after 1651, oil on canvas, 81.5 x 62 cm, unsigned, Basler Meister, 17. Jh

Annunciation Mary Maria annunziata c. 1450 mural
Annunciation to Mary: Maria annunziata, c. 1450, mural, rendered on canvas, 105 x 174.5 cm, unmarked, Basler Meister, 15. Jh

Portrait printer Johann Froben 17th cent. Oil
Portrait of the printer Johann Froben, 17th cent. (?), Oil on canvas, 79 x 64.5 cm, unmarked, Basler Meister, 17. Jh

Portrait Erasmus Rotterdam Study Room 2nd half
Portrait of Erasmus of Rotterdam in the Study Room, 2nd half of the 16th and 17th Centuries, oil on oak, 36 x 25.5 cm, unmarked. Inscription on the wall in the background: D. ERAS

St. Katharina 15th century mixed technique lime wood
St. Katharina, end of the 15th century, mixed technique on lime wood, 64 x 37.5 cm, unsigned, Basler Meister, 15. Jh

St. Barbara 1509 mixed media wood 71. 7 x 31. 1 cm
St. Barbara, 1509, mixed media on wood, 71.7 x 31.1 cm, unmarked, however, dated and inscribed on the reverse: Anno 1 ÔÇó 5 ÔÇó 0 ÔÇó 9 Jor ÔÇó, ÔÇó vff ÔÇó the ÔÇó four ÔÇó day ÔÇó of ÔÇó

St. Barbara late 15th century mixed technique
St. Barbara, late 15th century, mixed technique on basswood, 63 x 35 cm, not marked, Basler Meister, 15. Jh

St. Dorothea 15th century mixed technique basswood
St. Dorothea, end of the 15th century, mixed technique on basswood, 175 x 35 cm, unsigned, Basler Meister, 15. Jh

St. Margaretha 15th century mixed technique basswood
St. Margaretha, end of the 15th century, mixed technique on basswood, 175 x 35 cm, unmarked, Basler Meister, 15. Jh

Portrait three-year-old boy 1625 oil panel 131 x 67 cm
Portrait of a three-year-old boy, 1625, oil on panel, 131 x 67 cm, Not specified, but dated at the top of the picture: AETAT 3. A ÔÇó 1625 ÔÇó, Basler Meister, 17. Jh

Landscape fishermen bay oil canvas 65 x 112. 5 cm
Landscape with fishermen at a bay, oil on canvas, 65 x 112.5 cm, unsigned, Basler Meister, 18. Jh

Portrait stranger oil canvas 93 x 65 cm unmarked
Portrait of a stranger, oil on canvas, 93 x 65 cm, unmarked, Basler Meister, 18. Jh. (?)

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"Exploring the Masterpieces of Basler Meister: A Glimpse into Artistic Brilliance" Step into the world of Basler Meister, a renowned artist whose legacy continues to captivate art enthusiasts. With each stroke on canvas or wood, this master craftsman leaves an indelible mark on the art scene. One such masterpiece is "Portrait John Oecolompad, " an oil canvas measuring 78 x 63. 8 cm that showcases the artist's impeccable attention to detail and ability to capture human emotions. Intriguingly, there is also "Smoke 1477/78, " a wall painting with no markings but exuding mystery and allure in its modest size of 18 x 14 cm. It invites viewers to ponder over its hidden meaning. Another notable work is "Portrait Johann Rudolf Wettstein, " a striking oil canvas from 1651 that immortalizes the subject's dignified presence through skillful brushwork. Moving beyond portraiture, Basler Meister demonstrates versatility in his craft with pieces like "Annunciation Mary Maria annunziata. " This mural from around 1450 tells a sacred tale with vibrant colors and meticulous composition. The artist's talent extends even further as seen in his portrayal of printer Johann Froben in oil, capturing both physical likeness and inner essence effortlessly. Delving deeper into history, we encounter "St. Katharina, " created using mixed techniques on lime wood during the fifteenth century. Its intricate details showcase Basler Meister's commitment to perfectionism. Equally captivating are works like "St. Barbara" (1509) and another rendition of her image from the late fifteenth century—both employing mixed media techniques on wood—to evoke reverence for this saintly figure. Basler Meister's devotion to religious themes shines through once more in pieces such as "St. Dorothea" and "St.