description St. John Altarpiece Overview
The St. John Altarpiece is a triptych completed by Hans Memling in 1479 for St. John's Hospital in Bruges, where it remains in the institution's museum. The central panel presents the Virgin and Child with saints and angels, while distant episodes depict the lives of John the Baptist and John the Evangelist.
The inner wings show the beheading of the Baptist and the Evangelist's vision on Patmos, with donors and additional saints represented outside.
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How good is St. John Altarpiece?
St. John Altarpiece scores 8.70/10 (Great) on Lunoo, making it a well-rated option in the Altarpiece category. Major Memling hospital triptych, beautifully preserved and beloved in Bruges, polished more than radically innovative.
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