The Man of Sorrow with the Virgin and St Catherine 2
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Master of Saint Veronica's The Man of Sorrow with the Virgin and St Catherine 2 into your home with a handmade oil painting reproduction. Carefully recreated on canvas by skilled artists using traditional techniques, this piece captures the delicate brushwork, subtle light, and vibrant color of the original masterpiece. With museum-level quality and rich texture, it brings elegance and artistic depth to any space. Enjoy free shipping and make this masterpiece a part of your personal collection.
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Original Description
The Man of Sorrows with the Virgin and St. Catherine by the Master of Saint Veronica is a poignant late Gothic devotional panel that radiates quiet solemnity. Painted circa 1420 in Cologne, this tempera and gold leaf work exemplifies the Andachtsbild tradition—intimate images meant for private meditation. The composition centers on Christ’s wounded figure, flanked by the Virgin Mary’s tender grief and St. Catherine’s contemplative gaze, their delicate features rendered with the artist’s characteristic soft modeling and intricate drapery folds. Warm ivory skin tones contrast with the deep ultramarine of Mary’s mantle, while tooled gold halos heighten the spiritual aura. As a key figure in the "School of Cologne," the anonymous master’s works bridged International Gothic emotionality and emerging Netherlandish realism, making this panel vital for understanding devotional art’s evolution in Northern Europe. Its small scale (typically under 30 inches) suggests it once adorned a noble’s private chapel—a silent witness to 15th-century piety.
For contemporary spaces, this masterwork’s muted gold-and-blue palette lends itself to refined traditional or eclectic interiors. Hang it in a wood-paneled study or a softly lit bedroom alcove to amplify its meditative quality, ensuring the surrounding wall color echoes its earthy tones (think Farrow & Ball’s Hague Blue or warm greige). Pair it with Gothic-revival furniture or minimalist shelves to avoid visual competition—its detailed goldwork deserves breathing room. A replica sized at 24x18 inches would suit above a console table or between sconces, while a high-resolution print on matte paper preserves its luminous subtlety. For offices, position it opposite a window to catch changing light on the gilded elements, reinforcing its symbolic interplay of suffering and transcendence—a timeless reminder of resilience amid modern demands.
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Lead Time & Shipping
When you order this oil painting replica, it typically takes 2-3 weeks to paint. If the artwork is more complex, it might need a little more time to ensure the best quality. Once it's ready, we'll send you a photo for your approval. After you give the green light, we'll ship it to you for free.
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Return & Refund
We believe in the quality of our hand-painted oil painting reproductions, and your satisfaction is our priority. If for any reason, you are not completely satisfied with your purchase, we offer a 45-day return policy. You can return your artwork within 45 days of receipt and receive a full refund. Please note that the artwork must be returned in the original packaging and in the same condition as it was received.
