Agony in the Garden (anonymous) facts for kids

This painting shows Jesus praying in the Garden of Gethsemane, with Louis I, Duke of Orléans, shown at the bottom left.

The Agony in the Garden is a famous painting created between 1405 and 1408. It was painted in Paris, France, on a special type of wood called a Baltic oak panel. This artwork is now kept at the Museo del Prado, a well-known museum in Spain.

What is the Painting About?

This painting shows a scene from the Bible. It depicts Jesus praying in the Garden of Gethsemane, just before he was arrested. This moment is often called the "Agony in the Garden" because it shows Jesus's deep distress and prayer.

The painting also includes a person called a "donor." A donor is someone who paid for the artwork to be made. In this painting, the donor is Louis I, Duke of Orléans. He was a powerful French prince and the brother of the King of France. You can see him at the bottom left of the painting.

Who Painted This Artwork?

The artist who created Agony in the Garden is not officially known. However, many art experts believe it might have been painted by Colart de Leon. He was a painter who lived around the same time. Colart de Leon also worked for Louis I, Duke of Orléans, as his "valet de chambre." This was a special role, like a personal assistant or attendant to a royal person.

What is International Gothic Style?

This painting is a great example of the international Gothic style. This was a popular art style in Europe during the late 1300s and early 1400s. It is known for:

• Bright colors
• Detailed patterns
• Elegant and flowing lines
• Often showing religious scenes
• A focus on beauty and decoration

Artists using this style often traveled, which helped spread the style across different countries. This is why it's called "international."

Where Can You See It?

Today, you can see the Agony in the Garden painting at the Museo del Prado in Madrid, Spain. It has been part of their collection since 2012. The museum is a very important place for art lovers, holding many masterpieces from different periods.

See also

In Spanish: La Oración en el huerto con el donante Luis I de Orleans para niños