The Virgin of Chancellor Rolin (1435)
This painting of Jan Van Eyck's, The Virgin of Chancellor Rolin (1435), has many indications that he was the epitome of a talented Renaissance man. This piece shows the chancellor, Nicolas Rolin, kneeling at prayer with Virgin Mary holding baby Jesus.
The work shows Classicism by the architecture influenced by ancient Greece and Rome. It also shows Realism by the perspective, shadows, life-like people, and intense detail. Symbolism is in the detail in this painting. In the far background there are peacocks which represent immortality. The roses and lilies in the garden in the background represent Mary's virtues. And some say that the entire painting represents a comprehensive vision of the entire universe. And so, with all the symbolism, this painting also shows Individualism.
The Virgin of Chancellor Rolin is a perfect example of how Jan Van Eyck is an ideal Renaissance man.
The work shows Classicism by the architecture influenced by ancient Greece and Rome. It also shows Realism by the perspective, shadows, life-like people, and intense detail. Symbolism is in the detail in this painting. In the far background there are peacocks which represent immortality. The roses and lilies in the garden in the background represent Mary's virtues. And some say that the entire painting represents a comprehensive vision of the entire universe. And so, with all the symbolism, this painting also shows Individualism.
The Virgin of Chancellor Rolin is a perfect example of how Jan Van Eyck is an ideal Renaissance man.