The painter Hugo van der Goes in the Rouge-Cloître Abbey

作品描述

This painting by Emile Wauters depicts the 15th-century painter Hugo van der Goes within the Red Cloister Abbey. The scene shows him seated in a chair, surrounded by religious figures including a priest and choir members, capturing the historical and spiritual context of his time. The artwork is notable for its detailed portrayal of the abbey's interior and the inclusion of elements suggesting mental disorder, possibly reflecting the artist's own struggles.