UNKNOWN MASTER, altarpiece painter
(15th century)

Altarpiece of the Virgin

1480-90
Wood
St Nicholas Church, Bakabánya

The central part of the altarpiece contains the Virgin and the Child (height 120 cm) surrounded by saints. The four paintings on the wings (89,5 x 53,5 cm each) depict scenes from the life of Mary. Eight other paintings representing saints can be seen when the wings are closed.


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