Dish with Abraham and Melchizedek 1498

This circular painting, created by the German artist Hans of Landshut in 1498, depicts the biblical scene of Abraham and Melchizedek. The painting, now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, showcases the artist's meticulous attention to detail. The figures, including Abraham and Melchizedek, are rendered with vivid colors and fine brushstrokes against a backdrop of a bustling city. The painting's use of gold leaf enhances its rich, devotional atmosphere and highlights the importance of the biblical story.