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Aug 31 Grunewald and the Isenheim Altarpiece
Season 8
Episode 31
Published 1 year, 6 months ago
Description
Matthias Grunewald masterpiece was commissioned by the Antonite Monks at Isenheim. His depiction of an excruciating crucifixion is now iconic and was commissioned in the context of a monastery that was treating victims of the plague and skin disease