Visitation (van der Weyden)

Visitation is a c.1445 oil on panel painting of the Visitation by Rogier van der Weyden, now in the Museum der bildenden Künste in Leipzig. It is linked to Luke 1:40.[1]

Visitation
ArtistRogier van der Weyden
Yearc.1445
Mediumoil on panel
LocationMuseum der bildenden Künste, Leipzig
OwnerMuseum der bildenden Kunste

Composition

The panoramic view behind Mary suggests that she has come a long way. Her status as the Mother of Christ is symbolized by her posture – Mary stands up straight where Elizabeth genuflexes slightly. Both women place a hand on each other's stomach. Before the entrance to the peculiar castle-like mansion we can see the Elizabeth's husband Zachary, playing with a dog.[1]

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References

  1. "Rogier van der Weyden: Visitation". ArtBible.info. Retrieved 2020-05-02.


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