Master of Arguis facts for kids
The Master of Arguis was a talented artist from Aragon, a region in Spain. He was active in the early 1400s, around 1440. His art style was similar to other artists of his time, like Juan de Levi and Bonanat Zaortiga. It was part of a popular art style called International Gothic, which was known for its detailed and elegant look.
We don't know the Master of Arguis's real name. He got his special "name" from a famous painting he created. This painting is an altarpiece of Saint Michael. It was originally the main altarpiece for a church in a town called Arguis. Today, you can see this beautiful artwork in the Museo del Prado museum in Madrid.
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The Master of Arguis: A Famous Altarpiece
The most well-known painting by the Master of Arguis shows a dramatic scene. It's about Saint Michael winning a battle against the Antichrist. The painting really focuses on the Antichrist, who is shown being pierced by a spear.
What the Painting Shows
In this artwork, you can see many different people. There are kings and noblemen, who are important people from society. There are also religious figures, like priests or monks. At the bottom of the painting, you might notice a special hat called a papal tiara and a sceptre. These are symbols of power. In the painting, they represent the power the Antichrist claimed to have, pretending to be a new Messiah.
Other Paintings by the Master
The Master of Arguis also created two other paintings that we know about. Both of these artworks are dedicated to Saint Anne. One of these paintings is located in Barcelona, another city in Spain. The other painting is a small triptych, which is a painting made of three panels. This triptych can be found in a church in Alquezar.
See also
In Spanish: Maestro de Arguis para niños
