This extraordinary and highly decorative triptych was produced in continental Europe (probably Spain) for private devotion in a family chapel. It opens on hinges to reveal a central panel consisting of a depiction of the Madonna surrounded by angels. Above is a panel portraying Christ holding an orb and blessing with his right hand. The left panel depicts the warrior Saint Michael the Archangel standing upon the dragon/Satan and his attribute, a pair of scales to weigh the souls of the departed. The right panel contains Saint Francis of Assisi bearing the wounds of Christ’s passion, the stigmata. Both side panels contain a trompe l’oeil bas-relief of putti and a king or a pope. An elaborate family coat of arms is illustrated on the outside of the door panels. It is a highly ornate and an exquisite devotional artwork.The triptych form arises from early Christian art, and was a popular standard format for altar paintings from the Middle Ages onwards. Painted and sculptors used it. From the Gothic period onward, both in Europe and elsewhere, altarpieces in churches and cathedrals were often in triptych form. Provenance: Private collection SpainMeasurements: Open - Height 33cm, Width 42cm, Depth 12cm, Closed - Height 33cm, Width 21cm, Depth 5cmMuch more info about this item at: www.titanfineartcomWHY PURCHASE FROM US?- Trusted Seller With Over 20 Years Experience (1,000+ paintings sold)- Accurate & Honest Descriptions- Safe/Secure Payment Methods Offered- Professionally Conserved Paintings- Returns Offered- Reduced Prices for Exported Paintings- Safe & Fully Tracked Worldwide Shipping- Personalised ServiceSubscribe to our monthly 'new item alert' to be the first to hear of new stockHeight is 33cm (13.0inches)
Width is 42cm (16.5inches)
Depth is 5cm (2.0inches)