12 Scenes of the Apocalypse (triptych altarpiece, right wing, inner)

This painting from 1400 by Master Bertram demonstrates the vitality of fourteenth-century European painting in the early fifteenth century, a transformative period in European art. Master Bertram approaches the subject with distinctive artistic vision, producing a work of both technical accomplishment and expressive power. The early fifteenth century saw the emergence of linear perspective in Italy and the perfection of oil painting technique in Flanders, transforming the visual arts across Europe.

The painting showcases Master Bertram's skilled technique, with careful observation lending the work its distinctive character. The palette and brushwork are calibrated to serve the subject matter, demonstrating the technical command expected of a work from this period.