The St Catherine Altarpiece: Reverses of Shutters

1506, Lucas Cranach the Elder

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    These two paintings were on the back of the wings of an altarpiece. The backs of the wings were painted so that when the object was closed up, it would still be decorated.

    Paintings in this group: The St Catherine Altarpiece: Reverses of Shutters

    Saints Genevieve and Apollonia
    Saints Genevieve and Apollonia from The St Catherine Altarpiece: Reverses of Shutters
    Lucas Cranach the Elder
    1506
    Saints Genevieve and Apollonia
    Saints Christina and Ottilia
    Saints Christina and Ottilia from The St Catherine Altarpiece: Reverses of Shutters
    Lucas Cranach the Elder
    1506
    Saints Christina and Ottilia

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