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Altdorfer's 'Christ taking Leave of His Mother'

Alistair Smith and Martin Wyld
Technical Bulletin Volume 7, 1983

Abstract

This article is concerned with Christ taking Leave of His Mother by Altdorfer. Sections are included on historical references, treatment of the panel, restoration, and painting technique.

Keywords 

Albrecht Altdorfer, paintings, technical analysis

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Smith, A., Wyld, M. 'Altdorfer's "Christ taking Leave of His Mother"'. National Gallery Technical Bulletin Vol 7, pp 50–64.
http://www.nationalgallery.org.uk/technical-bulletin/smith_wyld1983


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