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Marx Reichlich (born around 1460, died around 1520) was an Austrian painter. He is known for creating many religious artworks.

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Marx Reichlich, The Stoning of St. Stephan, 1506

Who Was Marx Reichlich?

Marx Reichlich lived during a time when art was very important to churches and wealthy people. He was born in Austria and spent his life creating beautiful paintings. Not much is known about his early life or training, but his works show he was a skilled artist.

What Did He Paint?

Reichlich mostly painted scenes from the Bible and other religious stories. Churches often hired him to create these artworks. Some of his famous paintings include:

  • "Adoration of the Magi"
  • "The Last Judgement"

These paintings were usually large and detailed, meant to inspire people who saw them in churches.

Where Can You See His Art?

Today, some of Marx Reichlich's paintings are kept in museums. For example, you can find some of his works at the Kunsthistorisches Museum in Vienna, Austria. This museum has a large collection of art from different periods, including the time when Reichlich lived.

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