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The Seven Works of Mercy, : Giving Drink to the Thirsty, 1504 (oil on panel)
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The Seven Works of Mercy, : Giving Drink to the Thirsty, 1504 (oil on panel)
5043040 The Seven Works of Mercy, : Giving Drink to the Thirsty, 1504 (oil on panel) by Master of Alkmaar, (fl.1490-1510); Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, The Netherlands; (add.info.: One of seven panels (see XOS 1121270) commissioned by the Holy Spirit brotherhood for St Laurences church in Alkmaar, showing Corporal Works of Charity or how a good Christian should help those in need: feed the hungry, give drink to the thirsty, clothe the naked, bury the dead, shelter the traveller, comfort the sick, free the imprisoned. The work was badly damaged during the Iconoclasm of 1566, when Roman Catholic churches were vandalized by Protestants.); Netherlandish, out of copyright
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Alkmaar Alms Charity Dutch City Gabled Gables Grace Mercy Penance Polyptych Saint Laurence Saint Lawrence St Lawrence Thirsty Northern Renaissance
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This print showcases "The Seven Works of Mercy: Giving Drink to the Thirsty" a remarkable oil painting created in 1504 by the Master of Alkmaar. Housed at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, this panel is part of a larger series commissioned by the Holy Spirit brotherhood for St Laurences church in Alkmaar. The artwork depicts one of the Corporal Works of Charity, illustrating how a good Christian should assist those in need. In this particular scene, we witness an act of compassion as a figure offers water to quench the thirst of another. The painting's message resonates deeply with its viewers, emphasizing mercy and kindness towards others. Despite enduring significant damage during the Iconoclasm period in 1566 when Protestant forces vandalized Catholic churches, this masterpiece has survived and continues to inspire generations with its profound religious significance. Its intricate details and vibrant colors reflect the artistic brilliance characteristic of Netherlandish painters during the Northern Renaissance. Noteworthy architectural elements can be observed within this piece, including gabled buildings that evoke a sense of urban society prevalent during that era. The composition exudes grace and spirituality while highlighting themes such as penance, grace, and charity. Through Bridgeman Images' expertly captured photograph, viewers can appreciate both the historical context and spiritual essence embodied within "The Seven Works of Mercy: Giving Drink to the Thirsty". This image serves as a powerful reminder that acts of mercy have transcendent value across time and continue to resonate with audiences today.
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