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Book SynopsisAn 'atypical' Flemish primitive unravelled: Hugo van der Goes
In this fascinating introduction to the work and life of Flemish Primitive Hugo van der Goes (c. 1440–1482/1483), several experts and researchers shed light on the virtuosity of the master himself. The Death of the Virgin is one of the most important works in Musea Brugge’s world-renowned collection of Early Netherlandish painting. After an intensive five-year restoration, the masterpiece has come into its own again, with many brilliant elements, a bright colour palette and newly uncovered details. Face to Face with Hugo van der Goes – Old Master, New Interpretation offers an insight into the timeless yet contemporary character of the masterpiece and pays attention to the iconic value of a work waiting to be discovered.
With text contributions by Matthias Depoorter, Lieven De Visch, Marijn Everaarts, Sibylla Goegebuer, Griet Steyaert and Anne van Oosterwijk.
Table of Contents6 FOREWORD Anne van Oosterwijk 13 Hugo van der Goes and The Death of the Virgin Matthias Depoorter 55 Hugo van der Goes, Life and Work Marijn Everaarts 85 The Restoration of The Death of the Virgin Griet Steyaert 101 The Death of the Virgin, a Powerful Story Lieven De Visch, Marijn Everaarts, Sibylla Goegebuer & Anne van Oosterwijk 139 BIBLIOGRAPHY
