Hugo van der Goes: Between Pain and Bliss

Hugo van der Goes was a 15th-century Dutch artist known for his innovative compositions, monumental figures, and realistic narrative moments, which paved the way for Netherlandish painting's development. This modern monograph showcases his works, including altarpieces, panels, drawings, and miniatures, providing a comprehensive overview of his creative oeuvre.

Format: Hardback
Length: 304 pages
Publication date: 15 June 2023
Publisher: Hirmer Verlag

Hugo van der Goes, a prominent figure in 15th-century Netherlandish art, emerged as a pivotal artist during the second half of the century. His remarkable creations are distinguished by their monumental figures and realistic narrative elements, setting a groundbreaking precedent for the development of Netherlandish painting in subsequent centuries. Born around 1440, van der Goes spent his artistic career in Ghent and the Roode Monastery, near Brussels. His works garnered widespread admiration from his contemporaries, leading to countless reproductions even until the 17th century. This modern monograph serves as a tribute to the character and significance of van der Goes' relatively modest artistic output. It juxtaposes his grandiose altarpieces with more intimate panels, drawings, and miniatures, as well as works from his close circle. Lavishly illustrated and meticulously explained, the publication offers a comprehensive exploration of van der Goes' creative oeuvre, providing a deep understanding of his artistic brilliance.

Hugo van der Goes, a renowned artist of the 15th century, left an indelible mark on Netherlandish art during the second half of the century. His innovative pictorial compositions showcased colossal figures and depicted realistic narrative moments, paving the way for the evolution of Netherlandish painting over the following centuries. Born around 1440, van der Goes pursued his artistic journey in Ghent and the Roode Monastery, near Brussels. His works, admired by his contemporaries, experienced countless reproductions even until the 17th century. This contemporary monograph pays homage to the character and significance of van der Goes' relatively modest artistic output. It juxtaposes his grandiose altarpieces with more intimate panels, drawings, and miniatures, as well as works from his close circle. Lavishly illustrated and meticulously explained, the publication offers a comprehensive exploration of van der Goes' creative oeuvre, providing a deep understanding of his artistic brilliance.

Weight: 1872g
Dimension: 249 x 289 x 28 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783777438481