A fragment, probably of 1455-60, from the tops of the shutters of the high altarpiece in the abbey of Saint Bertin in Saint-Omer, northern France. The altarpiece itself, of precious metal, made in 1455-9, is now lost.
The inside shutters (the larger parts of which are now at Berlin) depict episodes from the life of Saint Bertin. The corresponding fragment shows 'A Choir of Angels'. Gothic architecture is painted on the outsides.
Key facts
Artist
Artist dates
active 1449; died 1489
Full title
The Soul of Saint Bertin carried up to God: From Right Hand Shutter
Date made
about 1459
Medium and support
Oil on oak
Dimensions
57.7 x 20.5 cm
Acquisition credit
Bought, 1860
Inventory number
NG1302
Location in Gallery
Other paintings in the group: Fragments of Shutters from the St Bertin Altarpiece
Painting
Simon Marmion
about 1459
