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The Nativity with St Catherine and St Michael, c.1500. Creator: Workshop of the Master of the Triptych of Louis XII
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The Nativity with St Catherine and St Michael, c.1500. Creator: Workshop of the Master of the Triptych of Louis XII
The Nativity with St Catherine and St Michael, c.1500. Triptych. The Nativity flanked by standing saints under arches supported on twisted columns.
The Virgin kneels before the infant Jesus. Saint Joseph holds a lit candle.
Left panel: Saint Catherine holds a sword. At her feet, the tyrant Maxentius.
Right panel: Saint Michael, lance in hand, tramples on the Devil. (La Nativite entre sainte Catherine et saint Michel)
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This stunning 15th century triptych, titled "The Nativity with St Catherine and St Michael," is a masterpiece of the Workshop of the Master of the Triptych of Louis XII. The central panel depicts the Nativity scene, with the Virgin Mary kneeling before the infant Jesus, and St Joseph holding a lit candle. The left and right panels show standing saints under arches supported on twisted columns. On the left panel, St Catherine of Alexandria is depicted holding a sword. At her feet lies the tyrant Maxentius, symbolizing her victory over paganism and her conversion of the emperor. St Catherine's strength and determination are conveyed through her steady gaze and the confident posture of her body. On the right panel, St Michael the Archangel stands triumphantly, lance in hand, as he tramples on the Devil. This image represents the victory of good over evil and the triumph of the Christian faith. The intricate enamel work on the brass panels showcases the exceptional skill of the metalworkers and the richness of the artistic tradition of the time. The triptych is an excellent example of the decorative arts from the Gothic period in France, and it reflects the beliefs, customs, and ceremonies of the time. The use of gold leaf and the enamel metal technique adds to the overall beauty and grandeur of the piece, making it a treasured work of art and an important part of our cultural heritage.
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