Main Altar (detail)Damián Forment · 1540

  • Creation date1540
  • MuseumSanto Domingo de la Calzada

Damián Forment (1480 – 1540)

Damián Forment (1480-1540) was Spain's most important 16th-century sculptor, bridging Gothic & Renaissance styles. Known for elaborate altarpieces in alabaster and wood, he transformed religious art with Mannerist influences. Explore his works at the

Santo Domingo de la Calzada (Saragossa, Spain)

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About this artwork

  • Title: Main Altar (detail)
  • Artist: Damián Forment
  • Year: 1540
  • Format: Landscape
  • Copyright status: Public domain
  • Where to see it: Santo Domingo de la Calzada
  • Color palette: Earthy
  • Color hue: Golden Yellow Range

Questions & Answers

How do the colors of "Main Altar (detail)" relate to each other?

The colors of "Main Altar (detail)" by Damián Forment show a unified palette harmony. Harmony describes how the colors relate to each other.

What is the format of "Main Altar (detail)"?

The format of "Main Altar (detail)" is landscape. This is useful when planning where a reproduction will be placed.

What explains the copyright situation of "Main Altar (detail)" by Damián Forment?

"Main Altar (detail)" by Damián Forment is in the public domain - its copyright has expired. Copyright terms are measured from the artist's death, and Damián Forment died in 1540.

What is the creation date of "Main Altar (detail)" by Damián Forment?

"Main Altar (detail)" by Damián Forment was created in 1540.

Is "Main Altar (detail)" by Damián Forment kept in the artist's home country?

Yes - the artwork is kept in the artist's home country. Damián Forment was born in Spain, and the original "Main Altar (detail)" is held in a museum in Spain.

How old was Damián Forment when creating "Main Altar (detail)" in 1540?

Damián Forment was 60 years old when creating "Main Altar (detail)" in 1540. The age is computed from the artist's birth year, 1480.

Which artist is "Main Altar (detail)" attributed to?

The artist behind "Main Altar (detail)" is Damián Forment. The work is catalogued under Damián Forment's name.

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