The Deposition by Limbourg brothers

The Deposition 

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painting, gouache

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portrait

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gouache

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medieval

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narrative-art

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painting

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gouache

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figuration

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oil painting

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crucifixion

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watercolour illustration

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genre-painting

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history-painting

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international-gothic

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miniature

"The Deposition" is a miniature painting by the Limbourg brothers, renowned for their exquisite detail and vibrant colors. This particular scene depicts the moment when Christ is being taken down from the cross, surrounded by figures from the biblical narrative, including the Virgin Mary and other mourners. The Limbourg brothers, active in the early 15th century, were known for their masterful depictions of religious scenes, capturing both the solemnity and drama of the moment with exceptional precision. The miniature's intricate details, such as the patterned clothing and the expressions on the faces of the figures, attest to their skill in capturing human emotion and the grandeur of the biblical narrative.

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