1946 Tipped-In Print Descent Cross Head St. John Religion Christianity XAF9

This is an original 1946 color tipped-in print of the Head of Saint John from the Descent From the Cross by Rogier van der Weyden. The original is a panel painting of the Deposition of Christ that was a self-conscious attempt to create a masterpiece that would establish an international reputation.

CONDITION

This 65+ year old Item is rated Very Fine ++. Light aging throughout. No creases. No natural defects.No surface rub.Small chip - top right corner. No water damage.

• Product Type: Orig. Tipped-In Print; Color
• Grade: Very Fine ++
• Dimensions: Approximately 10 x 12 inches; 25 x 30 cm
• Authentication: Serial-Numbered Certificate of Authenticity w/ Full Provenance
• Protection: Packaged in a custom archival sleeve with an acid-free black board (great for display, gift-giving, and preservation)

This piece was illustrated by van der Weyden, Rogier.

van der Weyden, Rogier

Rogier van der Weyden (1399-1464) was an early Flemish painter who focused on mainly religious triptychs, altarpieces and single or diptych portraits. He was considered one of the best in his day until a lot of his work was destroyed in the 17th century. He worked from models and painted them very statuesque, which was typical during this time. His forms are rendered with rich, warm, coloration with a sympathetic expression. He used a broad range of colors and varied tones; in his finest work the same tone doesnÕt appear twice.

Keywords specific to this image: flemish, renaissance, primitive

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