This painting is a good example of the use of egg tempera paint and gilding. When it was cleaned in 1981-2, the materials used were analysed, and some of the results are discussed.
In this picture we find an early use of a newly synthesised colour - Prusslan blue.
Scientific examination of this painting and its apparent ‘twin’ in Dortmund has given clear indications as to which one is the original.
The cleaning of this painting presented particular problems as two sections had been added, probably in the 19th century.
Identify learning gaps and misconceptions with this set of worksheets offering three levels of support
Identify learning gaps and misconceptions with this set of worksheets offering three levels of support
Identify learning gaps and misconceptions with this set of worksheets offering three levels of support
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