Altarpiece from Thuison-les-Abbeville: The Ascension 1490 - 1500

This anonymous panel painting from the late 15th century depicts the Ascension of Christ. The scene, likely intended for an altarpiece, shows Christ ascending to heaven in a burst of light and surrounded by clouds, while eleven of his apostles kneel below in prayer. The work, part of the *Altarpiece from Thuison-les-Abbeville*, showcases a characteristically Northern European style, emphasizing detail and realism in the figures and landscape. This altarpiece, now at the Art Institute of Chicago, offers a glimpse into the devotional practices and artistic traditions of the late medieval period.