The Man of SorrowsAelbrecht Bouts · 1525

1525
45.0 x 29.0 cm

Aelbrecht Bouts (1450 – 1549)

Explore the masterful works of Aelbrecht Bouts, a 15th-century Flemish painter known for poignant religious scenes & innovative perspective in pieces like 'Christ as a Man of Sorrow'.

Aelbert Bouts, one of Dieric"s sons, is known for his gruesome renditions of devotional subjects painted by his father. The focus on Christ"s pain and suffering, expressed in the prominently displayed wounds and blood-drenched face and neck, reflects the tenor of many devotional tracts of the period.

About this artwork

Title: The Man of Sorrows
Artist: Aelbrecht Bouts
Year: 1525
Original dimensions: 45.0 x 29.0 cm
Format: Portrait
Copyright status: Public domain
Creative period: Late Gothic/Early Renaissance
Corpus context: late gothic realism's impact, exploring human emotion deeply
Color palette: Earthy
Keywords: oil painting technique, aelbrecht bouts, late gothic style

Questions & Answers

What are the dimensions of the original "The Man of Sorrows" by Aelbrecht Bouts?

The original "The Man of Sorrows" by Aelbrecht Bouts measures 45 x 29 cm.

Is "The Man of Sorrows" typical of what Aelbrecht Bouts usually created?

Among Aelbrecht Bouts's recorded themes - medieval devotional imagery, late gothic realism's impact, christian suffering narrative, symbolic representation of pain, artist's focus on religious themes, exploring human emotion deeply, bouts' signature sorrowful style, key work in artist corpus - "The Man of Sorrows" brings its own focus on religious art, suffering, sorrow, christ figure, medieval art, devotion, pain, renaissance.

What level of contrast does "The Man of Sorrows" by Aelbrecht Bouts show?

"The Man of Sorrows" by Aelbrecht Bouts shows a statement contrast between its light and dark areas.

What are the author and date of "The Man of Sorrows"?

"The Man of Sorrows" was created by Aelbrecht Bouts in 1525.

Who is the artist behind "The Man of Sorrows"?

"The Man of Sorrows" is attributed to Aelbrecht Bouts.

How old was Aelbrecht Bouts when creating "The Man of Sorrows" in 1525?

When "The Man of Sorrows" was created in 1525, Aelbrecht Bouts - born in 1450 - was 75 years old.

In what year was "The Man of Sorrows" by Aelbrecht Bouts created?

"The Man of Sorrows" dates from 1525. The date places the work within Aelbrecht Bouts's career and its era.