Triptych of Last Judgement (c.1482) by Hieronymus Bosch

Triptych of Last Judgement - Hieronymus Bosch - c.1482

Artwork Information

TitleTriptych of Last Judgement
ArtistHieronymus Bosch
Datec.1482
Mediumgrisaille,panel
Dimensions167 x 60 cm
Art MovementNorthern Renaissance
Current LocationAcademy of Fine Arts Vienna, Vienna, Austria

About Triptych of Last Judgement

The artwork, titled “Triptych of Last Judgement,” was created by Hieronymus Bosch around the year 1482. This religious painting, executed in grisaille on panel, is characteristic of the Northern Renaissance art movement. The dimensions of the artwork are 167 by 60 cm, and it is housed at the Academy of Fine Arts in Vienna, Austria. The piece belongs to the genre of religious paintings and is part of the “Triptych of Last Judgement” series.

The artwork, notable for its detail and symbolic content, depicts a serene, contemplative figure adorned in flowing robes, holding a bird. Surrounding this central figure, various smaller characters interact, illustrating human and possibly supernatural interactions. The use of grisaille, a monochromatic painting technique, enhances the dramatic effect through nuanced shades of gray, giving the scene a sculptural quality. Architectural elements in the background, along with the detailed human expressions and gestures, contribute to a powerful visual narrative. The triptych format, usually involving three panels, suggests that this particular section is part of a larger, complex composition often meant to convey themes of morality, judgement, and salvation.

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