Panels from an organ case in the church of Saint Vitus in Naarden c. 1510 - 1520

This intricately carved wooden panel, created by Jan van Schayck around 1510-1520, is one of several that originally adorned the organ case of the Saint Vitus church in Naarden. The panel depicts an eagle, a powerful symbol often associated with strength, vision, and divine authority, perched atop a shield with a prominent crescent moon design. The eagle's detailed feathers and the gothic tracery surrounding the panel demonstrate the artist's skillful craftsmanship and the popularity of this architectural style in the early 16th century. This panel is an excellent example of Northern Renaissance sculpture, known for its expressive detail and religious imagery.