Diptych of Devotion explained

The Diptych of Devotion was a small altarpiece in tempera and gold on poplar panel, painted in the 1280s by Cimabue. It is thought to have originally consisted of two panels, each with four scenes from the life and passion of Christ. These are thought to have been split up for the art market in the 19th century.

Only three scenes from the left panel are known to have survived: the Virgin and Child with Two Angels (National Gallery, London),[1] the Mocking of Christ (Louvre, Paris)[2] and the Flagellation of Christ (Frick Collection, New York).[3]

References

  1. Web site: The Virgin and Child with Two Angels.
  2. Web site: Louvre acquires €24m painting originally destined for rubbish tip. Kim. Willsher. The Guardian. 15 November 2023. 16 November 2023.
  3. Web site: The Flagellation of Christ.