Johannesaltar: Johannes auf Patmos,

1518

Material / Technology / Carrier

Tannenholz (Abies sp.)

Dimensions of the object

153,1 x 127,2 cm

Displayed

Not on display

Department

Altdeutsche Malerei

Genre

Malerei

Inventory number

685

Acquisition

Vor 1630 durch Kurfürst Maximilian I. erworben

Stock

Bayerische Staatsgemäldesammlungen - Alte Pinakothek München

Citation

Hans Burgkmair d. Ä., Johannesaltar: Johannes auf Patmos, 1518, Bayerische Staatsgemäldesammlungen - Alte Pinakothek München, URL: https://www.sammlung.pinakothek.de/en/artwork/2mxqY7Nx8b (Last updated on 19.06.2023)

This winged altarpiece shows St. John's vision at Patmos, the mystery of Revelation (Apocalypse). St. Erasmus is depicted on the left wing and St. Martin on the right. A fancifully arranged, tropical landscape stretches over all three panels. Burgkmair's familiarity with the vegetation probably stems from various printed works of the time or perhaps from the Fugger gardens. During the early 17th century the retable was partially altered; several of these changes are covered by the broad frame. Erasmus' garment and the apparition of the Virgin were repainted.