The Wilton Diptych - right panel featuring the Virgin and Child with Angels 1395
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About Reproduction
Discover the allure of art with our faithful reproduction of "The Wilton Diptych - right panel featuring the Virgin and Child with Angels 1395", originally brought to life by the talented French Unknown Masters. Unlike posters or prints, our hand-painted oil painting breathes an unique sense of depth and texture into your space. Every detail, every stroke, and every texture is meticulously recreated, paying the perfect homage to French Unknown Masters and his artistic vision.
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Painting Description
The Wilton Diptych is a small portable diptych of two hinged panels, painted on both sides, created during the late 14th century by an unknown French master. The right panel of the diptych is a particularly significant work of medieval religious art, featuring the Virgin Mary and the Christ Child surrounded by a company of angels. This panel, along with its counterpart, is believed to have been made around 1395 for King Richard II of England, who is depicted in the left panel kneeling before the Virgin and Child.
The right panel is a striking example of International Gothic style, characterized by its elegant figures, rich colors, and intricate gold leaf backgrounds. The Virgin is depicted seated on a richly adorned throne, holding the Christ Child on her lap. She is surrounded by eleven angels, each bearing Richard II's emblem of a white hart. The angels are shown in a variety of poses, some kneeling in adoration and others standing in reverence, creating a sense of dynamic movement within the composition.
The Virgin and Child are the central figures of the composition, with the Virgin dressed in a blue robe, symbolizing her purity, and the Christ Child blessing the viewer. The use of lapis lazuli for the blue of the Virgin's robe and the intricate patterning of the angels' wings are indicative of the luxurious materials and attention to detail typical of the period.
The Wilton Diptych is renowned for its devotional imagery, exquisite craftsmanship, and as an example of the personal piety of King Richard II. The diptych is housed in the National Gallery, London, and is considered one of the most important and best-preserved examples of English medieval panel painting. The identity of the artist remains unknown, but the work's French stylistic influences suggest that it was created by a master with knowledge of the French courtly style, which was highly fashionable in England at the time.
The right panel of the Wilton Diptych, along with its companion left panel, continues to be the subject of scholarly research and debate, particularly regarding its iconography, patronage, and the precise identity of the artist or artists who created it. Its survival in such excellent condition makes it a rare and invaluable resource for understanding the visual culture and religious practices of the late medieval period.
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Lead Time & Shipping
When you order this oil painting replica, it typically takes 2-3 weeks to paint. If the artwork is more complex, it might need a little more time to ensure the best quality. Once it's ready, we'll send you a photo for your approval. After you give the green light, we'll ship it to you for free.
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Return & Refund
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