The artwork titled “Granada Diptych, Right Wing, the Holy Women and St. John” was created by Hans Memling around the year 1475. This religious painting, associated with the Northern Renaissance art movement, measures 51 by 36 centimeters. The artwork depicts a scene from Christian iconography featuring the Holy Women and St. John.
In the composition, there is a group of somber figures, all rendered with meticulous attention to detail. The central figure, a woman dressed in a blue robe with a white veil, raises her hands in a poignant gesture. Surrounding her are other figures, including a young man on the left, dressed in red, presumably St. John. The Holy Women, characterized by their white and red headdresses, display expressions of sorrow and contemplation. The background reveals a serene landscape, creating a striking contrast with the emotional intensity of the figures. Memling’s masterful use of color, light, and composition is evident in this evocative work, highlighting the artist’s significant contribution to Northern Renaissance art.
