Hugo Van der Goes - Portinari Altarpiece 

Hugo Van Der Goes’ Portinari Altarpiece, was shocking when first revealed to the public. The unprecedented portrayal of the shepherd’s amazed viewers and emphasized Van Der Goes theme of humility. A monumental work that challenged both the art world, and the individual, to reconsider what is truly important. This work stands as a testament to the brilliance of this troubled artist.
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00:00 - Start
00:10 - Introduction
00:35 - Who Was Hugo Van Der Goes
01:54 - The Commission for the Altarpiece
02:40 - The Long Journey to the Altarpiece's Home
03:25 - The Side Panels
03:37 - Frontispiece
04:11 - The Left Side Panel
05:45 - The Right Side Panel
06:47 - Close Reading of the Nativity (Central Panel)
07:04 - Annunciation to the Shepherds
08:04 - Mary
09:48 - The Christ Child
10:48 - Joseph
11:49 - The Shepherds
13:11 - The Angels
13:49 - The Animals
14:33 - Still Life
15:06 - The Vase
15:20 - The Lilies and Irises
16:04 - Seven Columbines
16:40 - Three Carnations and Transparent Vase
17:15 - Sheaf of Wheat
18:03 - Uniting Theme of Humility
19:31 - A Monumental Shift Has Occurred
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