Abel's murder


size(cm): 45x40
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The painting "Killing of Abel" by the Flemish artist Michiel Van Coxcie is an impressive example of the Nordic Renaissance art style. The work presents a very well balanced composition, where the characters are arranged in a diagonal that extends from the lower left corner to the upper right of the work.

The coloring of the painting is sober, with a predominance of dark and earthy tones, which create a dramatic and somber atmosphere. The details on the characters' clothing and weapons are carefully rendered, which shows the artist's high level of technical skill.

The painting depicts the biblical story of the murder of Abel by his brother Cain. The scene takes place in a mountainous landscape, where Cain can be seen holding a large stone with which he has struck his brother. Abel lies on the ground, while Cain is confronted by God, who appears in the upper right corner of the work.

An interesting and little known aspect about this painting is that it was commissioned by Emperor Charles V of Spain, who was a great admirer of Van Coxcie's work. The work was part of a series of paintings depicting biblical and mythological stories, which were commissioned by the emperor to decorate his palace in Madrid.

In summary, the painting "Killing of Abel" by Michiel Van Coxcie is an impressive work that shows the high level of technical and artistic skill of the artist. Its balanced composition, sober coloring and detailed representation of the characters and the landscape make this work a true jewel of the Nordic Renaissance.

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