Fotoreproductie van een prent naar het schilderij De aanbidding van het Lam Gods door de gebroeders Van Eyck before 1871

This is a photoreproduction of the Adoration of the Mystic Lamb, or Ghent Altarpiece, by the Van Eyck brothers. Reproduced through photography and printmaking, this artwork enables mass dissemination. The mechanization of this reproductive process is tied to the wider social issues of labor and consumption that grew with capitalism. The print's texture and tonal range, made through careful photographic work, imitate the textures and colors of the original painting to create an aesthetic experience. This accessibility democratized art viewing, extending it beyond wealthy patrons to a wider audience. By understanding the materials, methods, and historical context of this photoreproduction, we recognize the profound implications of these works, and challenge conventional notions of art history.