Detail van de Ursula-schrijn van Hans Memling 1864 - 1900

This black and white photograph by Léon & Lévy is a detail of a panel from Hans Memling’s Shrine of Saint Ursula, located in the Church of Saint-Jacques in Bruges, Belgium. Created in 1864-1900, the photograph depicts a detail of the central panel of the shrine, featuring the Virgin Mary and Child, flanked by two praying nuns. This photograph captures the intricate detail of the artwork, with the photograph's focus on the Virgin Mary and the Infant Jesus, highlighting the artist's skilled rendering of their clothing and facial expressions. This photograph provides a valuable historical record of this famous work, showcasing the techniques used in photographic documentation in the late 19th century.