The St. Christopher Altarpiece

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:statue
gptkbp:art_movement Renaissance art
gptkbp:art_style use of light and shadow
layering of paint
recognized as a masterpiece of Northern Renaissance art
characteristic of Memling's style
gptkbp:artist gptkb:Hans_Memling
gptkbp:artistic_influence influenced later Flemish painters
gptkbp:artistic_legacy 15th century art
Memling's legacy in altarpiece design
gptkbp:collection gptkb:Memling_Museum
gptkbp:color vibrant colors
gptkbp:commissioned the Brotherhood of St. Christopher
gptkbp:cultural_heritage part of Belgian cultural heritage
gptkbp:cultural_impact remains a significant work in art history
Flemish art of the 15th century
gptkbp:dimensions approximately 2.5 meters high
gptkbp:exhibition exhibited in various art museums
gptkbp:features detailed landscape background
gptkbp:historical_context created during the height of Bruges' prosperity
gptkbp:historical_significance reflects religious devotion of the time
important example of Memling's work
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label The St. Christopher Altarpiece
gptkbp:influence inspired later depictions of St. Christopher
gptkbp:inspiration inspired by earlier works of art
gptkbp:location gptkb:Hospital_of_St._John,_Bruges
gptkbp:medium oil on wood
gptkbp:notable_products depiction of Christ as a child
gptkbp:restoration underwent restoration in the 20th century
gptkbp:significance depicts the patron saint of travelers
gptkbp:style gptkb:Northern_Renaissance
gptkbp:subject gptkb:St._Christopher
gptkbp:symbolism represents faith and safety
gptkbp:symbolizes symbolizes protection during travel
gptkbp:technique panel painting
gptkbp:was_a_patron_of the city of Bruges
gptkbp:year_created c. 1470
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Johannes_Grünewald
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5