Sibylla Erythrea

Maarten van Heemskerck, 1564

The Erythraean Sybil was a prophetess of classical antiquity who foretold the coming of Christ. Heemskerck depicted her here, on this left wing of a large altarpiece, as a young woman attired in fantasy clothing. The paint layer has become discoloured and transparent in places, whereby the underdrawing shines through the gown.

  • Artwork typepainting, zijpaneel
  • Object numberSK-A-1910
  • Dimensionsheight 126 cm x width 76.5 cm, height 141.5 cm x width 94 cm x depth 7.5 cm
  • Physical characteristicsolieverf op paneel