Winged Altarpiece (detail)Wit Stwosz · 1523

  • Creation date1523
  • MuseumCathedral

Wit Stwosz (1447 – 1533)

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About this artwork

  • Title: Winged Altarpiece (detail)
  • Artist: Wit Stwosz
  • Year: 1523
  • Format: Portrait
  • Copyright status: Public domain
  • Where to see it: Cathedral
  • Main color: Putty
  • Color intensity: Monochromatic

Questions & Answers

Who created "Winged Altarpiece (detail)" and in what year?

The author of "Winged Altarpiece (detail)" is Wit Stwosz, and the work is dated 1523.

At what age did Wit Stwosz make "Winged Altarpiece (detail)"?

Wit Stwosz was 76 years old when creating "Winged Altarpiece (detail)" in 1523. The age is computed from the artist's birth year, 1447.

What color harmony does "Winged Altarpiece (detail)" by Wit Stwosz display?

The colors of "Winged Altarpiece (detail)" by Wit Stwosz show a unified palette harmony. Harmony describes how the colors relate to each other.

Is "Winged Altarpiece (detail)" free of copyright?

The copyright answer for "Winged Altarpiece (detail)" by Wit Stwosz: the work is in the public domain - its copyright has expired. This determines whether reproductions of the image may be freely made.

What is the creation date of "Winged Altarpiece (detail)" by Wit Stwosz?

The creation of "Winged Altarpiece (detail)" by Wit Stwosz is dated 1523.

How intense are the colors in "Winged Altarpiece (detail)" by Wit Stwosz?

The colors in "Winged Altarpiece (detail)" by Wit Stwosz have a monochromatic intensity.

Who is the artist behind "Winged Altarpiece (detail)"?

"Winged Altarpiece (detail)" is attributed to Wit Stwosz.

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