Main AltarFelipe Bigarny · 1523
Renaissance
1523
Condestable's Chapel of the Cathedral
Felipe Bigarny (1475 – 1542)
Felipe Bigarny (c. 1475-1542) was a leading Spanish Renaissance sculptor & architect, blending Flemish, Burgundian & Italian styles. Master of Burgos Cathedral, he created iconic works for the Crown of Castile and influenced sculpture throughout Spai
Condestable's Chapel of the Cathedral (Burgos, Spain)
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About this artwork
- Title: Main Altar
- Artist: Felipe Bigarny
- Year: 1523
- Format: Tall
- Copyright status: Public domain
- Where to see it: Condestable's Chapel of the Cathedral
- Color palette: Earthy
- Keywords: spanish renaissance, 16th century art, religious art spain
- Color hue: Ochre to Sepia
- Color intensity: Balanced
Questions & Answers
Who is the artist behind "Main Altar"?
"Main Altar" is attributed to Felipe Bigarny.
How old was Felipe Bigarny when creating "Main Altar" in 1523?
When "Main Altar" was created in 1523, Felipe Bigarny - born in 1475 - was 48 years old.
What is the creation date of "Main Altar" by Felipe Bigarny?
"Main Altar" by Felipe Bigarny was created in 1523.
What luminance does "Main Altar" by Felipe Bigarny have?
"Main Altar" by Felipe Bigarny has a gentle luminance luminance. Luminance describes how much light the colors appear to reflect.
Did "Main Altar" stay in its artist's homeland?
Yes - the artwork is kept in the artist's home country. Felipe Bigarny was born in Spain, and the original "Main Altar" is held in a museum in Spain.
What subjects appear in "Main Altar" by Felipe Bigarny?
The subjects of "Main Altar" are religious art, crucifixion, medieval, spanish renaissance, gold leaf, biblical scene, altarpiece, religious iconography.
How strong are the colors of "Main Altar"?
The color of "Main Altar" is subtle color in saturation and balanced in intensity.