Assumption of the Virgin 1500 - 1515

This stained glass panel, "Assumption of the Virgin," by Jan Rombouts, depicts the Virgin Mary being lifted into heaven by angels. Created between 1500 and 1515, the piece features a central image of Mary, dressed in blue robes and with her hands clasped in prayer. Surrounding her are five angels with wings, each depicted in different poses and playing musical instruments. The panel is notable for its vibrant colors and realistic details, capturing the solemnity and joy of this important religious event. Now in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, this piece exemplifies the skill and beauty of stained glass art during the Renaissance.