The Death of the Virgin — Master of the Amsterdam Death of the Virgin

Master of the Amsterdam Death of the Virgin. Painted c. 1500.

In the late Middle Ages, the death of the Virgin was usually represented in a contemporary domestic set-ting. Gathered around her bed are the twelve apostles. At upper centre Peter is about to bless the dying Virgin with a holy water sprinkler, while others are praying and reading in preparation for her departure.

From the collection of the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Currently on display in Middle Ages and Renaissance, Main building, Christian art in the Netherlands.

panel, oil paint (paint) · Original size: 76.8 × 57.5 cm

Print: 76.8 × 57.5 cm, printed on Hahnemühle FineArt archival cotton paper. Museum-grade reproduction quality, true to the colours and detail of the original work.

Frame (optional): a custom-made wooden frame in a matte black finish, cut to the exact dimensions of this print, with an off-white passe-partout mat and protective glazing. Ready to hang.

Source: https://id.rijksmuseum.nl/20028297. Image released under CC0 by the Rijksmuseum.