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Saint John Altarpiece, 1518, by Hans Burgkmair the Elder (14
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Saint John Altarpiece, 1518, by Hans Burgkmair the Elder (14
Hans Burgkmair the Elder (1473-1531). German painter. Saint John Altarpiece, 1518. Detail of Saint Erasmus of Formiae, 4th century. Alte Pinakothek. Munich. Germany
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The Saint John Altarpiece, painted by Hans Burgkmair the Elder in 1518, is a masterpiece of German Renaissance art currently housed in the Alte Pinakothek museum in Munich, Germany. This intricately detailed work of art is a polyptych, consisting of multiple panels that when closed form a single image, and when opened reveal numerous individual scenes. One of the most captivating panels is that of Saint Erasmus of Formiae, a fourth-century bishop and martyr, who is depicted as an elderly bearded man wearing a miter and holding a book. Erasmus is known as the patron saint of sailors, fishermen, and the city of Formiae in Italy. In this panel, Erasmus is shown with a bird perched on his shoulder, symbolizing his miraculous deliverance from the flames. The bird is believed to be an emblem of the Holy Spirit. The Saint John Altarpiece is a testament to the rich artistic and cultural heritage of Europe during the Renaissance period. Burgkmair masterfully portrays the mystery and reverence of the Catholic faith, with each figure exuding a sense of holiness and otherworldliness. The landscape in the background adds a sense of depth and realism to the painting, further enhancing its visual appeal. The altarpiece also includes other figures, such as Saint Martin, another apostle and patron saint of soldiers, and Saint John the Baptist, who is depicted as a young man with a cross and a book. The intricate details of their clothing, facial expressions, and postures add to the overall beauty and complexity of the artwork. The Saint John Altarpiece is a must-see for anyone interested in art, history, or the mysteries of the Catholic faith. Its preservation in the Alte Pinakothek museum ensures that future generations can continue to marvel at the artistic mastery of Hans Burgkmair the Elder and the richness of European artistic and cultural heritage.
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