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Jan Gossaert (Mabuse) Most Popular Paintings

The 25 artworks by Jan Gossaert (Mabuse) our visitors ask for most, ranked by popularity and presented one by one, with the specification and the price of each hand-painted reproduction.

Edition 2026 · 25 artworks Each artwork painted to order
Linen canvas · Certificate of authenticity · Delivered worldwide Jan Gossaert (Mabuse) · 1478 – 1532

Descent from the cross

original 140 x 219 cm

A dramatic display of chiaroscuro and raw emotion defines this Netherlandish Renaissance masterpiece Descent from the Cross by Jan Gossaert, inviting you to bring this profound moment of history into your collection.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 1 of 89 artworks by Jan Gossaert (Mabuse)
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Virgin and child enthroned

1527 · Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna · original 33 x 24 cm

Experience the vibrant colors and deep symbolism of Jan Gossaert's 1527 Northern Renaissance masterpiece, Virgin and Child Enthroned; discover this timeless art today.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 2 of 89 artworks by Jan Gossaert (Mabuse)
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Portrait of a Man

1532 · National Gallery of Denmark, Copenhagen · original 31 x 41 cm

A powerfully rendered 1532 portrait by Jan Gossaert captures a stern, resolute man with flaring nostrils and tight lips, embodying the ruthless pragmatism of the Renaissance era. This captivating piece showcases Gossaert’s mastery and offers a timeless depiction of strength – discover this exquisite reproduction.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 3 of 89 artworks by Jan Gossaert (Mabuse)
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$18331 × 41 cm Commission at original size

The Carondelet Diptych: Jean Carondelet (left panel), Virgin and Child (right panel)

1517 · The Louvre, Paris

A striking Renaissance diptych by Jan Gossaert featuring the portrait of Jean Carondelet alongside the Virgin and Child, showcasing masterful Netherlandish detail that invites you to explore this timeless masterpiece.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 4 of 89 artworks by Jan Gossaert (Mabuse)
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Deesis

1527 · Museo del Prado, Madrid · original 133 x 122 cm

Discover Jan Gossaert’s ‘Deesis,’ a stunning 1527 Renaissance masterpiece! Admire its rich detail, dramatic lighting & profound religious symbolism in this exquisite oil painting.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 5 of 89 artworks by Jan Gossaert (Mabuse)
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$670133 × 122 cm Commission at original size

Madonna and Child

1527 · Museo del Prado, Madrid

This Northern Renaissance portrait by Jan Gossaert shows a crowned Madonna and Child. Discover the beauty of this masterpiece today.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 6 of 89 artworks by Jan Gossaert (Mabuse)
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Adam and Eve

1510 · Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum, Madrid · original 66 x 37 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 7 of 89 artworks by Jan Gossaert (Mabuse)
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$21837 × 66 cm Commission at original size

Holy family

1527 · Bilbao Fine Arts Museum, Bilbao · original 42 x 56 cm

Admire Jan Gossaert’s ‘Holy Family,’ a 1527 masterpiece showcasing Romanist style & Renaissance artistry. Hand-painted reproduction of Mary, Joseph, and Jesus in stunning detail. Elevate your art collection!

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 8 of 89 artworks by Jan Gossaert (Mabuse)
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$21542 × 56 cm Commission at original size

Man of Sorrow

1525 · National Museum in Kraków, Krakow

Experience the profound sorrow of Jan Gossaert's Man of Sorrow, a masterpiece of Early Netherlandish painting capturing intense religious emotion; discover this timeless art piece today.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 9 of 89 artworks by Jan Gossaert (Mabuse)
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Portrait of a Man, possibly Jan Snoeck

1530 · original 84 x 69 cm

Admire 'Portrait of a Man,' possibly by Jan Gossaert (Mabuse). A stunning 1530 Renaissance portrait showcasing scholarly detail & rich colors. Invest in art history!

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 10 of 89 artworks by Jan Gossaert (Mabuse)
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$31669 × 84 cm Commission at original size

Hercules and Deianeira

1517 · The Barber Institute of Fine Arts, Birmingham · original 27 x 37 cm

Admire Jan Gossaert’s ‘Hercules & Deianeira’ (1517). A stunning Renaissance masterpiece! Hand-painted reproduction of this iconic mythological scene – perfect for art lovers.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 11 of 89 artworks by Jan Gossaert (Mabuse)
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Danaë

1527 · Alte Pinakothek, Munich · original 95 x 114 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 12 of 89 artworks by Jan Gossaert (Mabuse)
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Same size as the original$46395 × 114 cm Commission at original size

The children of King Christian II of Denmark, Norway and Sweden

1526 · original 40 x 32 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 13 of 89 artworks by Jan Gossaert (Mabuse)
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$18340 × 32 cm Commission at original size

The Three Children of Christian II of Denmark

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 14 of 89 artworks by Jan Gossaert (Mabuse)
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Holy Family with St. Catherine and St. Barbara

1515

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 15 of 89 artworks by Jan Gossaert (Mabuse)
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Christ on the Mount of Olives

1507 · original 85 x 63 cm

Discover Jan Gossaert’s ‘Christ on the Mount of Olives’ (1507). A stunning Renaissance masterpiece featuring dramatic chiaroscuro, rich textures & a poignant religious scene. Explore this captivating oil painting.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 16 of 89 artworks by Jan Gossaert (Mabuse)
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$35463 × 85 cm Commission at original size

Portrait of a Man

1515 · original 36 x 28 cm

Admire Jan Gossaert’s ‘Portrait of a Man’ (1515), a stunning Renaissance masterpiece! Explore its dramatic chiaroscuro, rich colors & detailed style – a captivating piece of art history.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 17 of 89 artworks by Jan Gossaert (Mabuse)
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The Carondelet Diptych

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 18 of 89 artworks by Jan Gossaert (Mabuse)
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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The Agony in the Garden

Explore 'The Agony in the Garden' by Jan Gossaert – a dramatic Baroque masterpiece featuring intense emotion & chiaroscuro lighting. Discover this iconic 16th-century painting’s rich details and profound themes.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 19 of 89 artworks by Jan Gossaert (Mabuse)
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Danae - oil on panel -

1527

Discover Jan Gossaert’s ‘Danae’ (1527) – a stunning Baroque oil painting of sorrow & beauty. Explore its classical style, dramatic lighting & rich details. A masterpiece!

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 20 of 89 artworks by Jan Gossaert (Mabuse)
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Christ between the Virgin and St John the Baptist

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 21 of 89 artworks by Jan Gossaert (Mabuse)
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Deposition

Explore Jan Gossaert’s ‘Deposition,’ a stunning Early Netherlandish crucifixion painting. Admire its meticulous detail, dramatic lighting & rich colors – a masterpiece of 16th-century art.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 22 of 89 artworks by Jan Gossaert (Mabuse)
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Virgin and Child

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 23 of 89 artworks by Jan Gossaert (Mabuse)
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Charles Brandon Duke of Suffolk

Admire Jan Gossaert’s 'Charles Brandon Duke of Suffolk,' a stunning Renaissance portrait! Explore rich detail, opulent attire & masterful oil painting technique. A captivating royal image.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 24 of 89 artworks by Jan Gossaert (Mabuse)
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Virgin and Child 1

original 64 x 51 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 25 of 89 artworks by Jan Gossaert (Mabuse)
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The artist

Jan Gossaert (Mabuse)

1478 – 1532

Quick facts

Works on APS89
Lifespan54 years
Topics exploredrenaissance, virgin, renaissance art, children, nudes
Room fitliving room
Art periodRenaissance
Best occasionsfocal
Died1532
Movementsnorthern renaissance

Biography

The Renaissance Pioneer: The Life and Legacy of Jan Gossaert

In the shifting landscape of the early sixteenth century, few artists bridged the gap between the meticulous traditions of the North and the burgeoning humanism of the South as masterfully as Jan Gossaert. Known to history by the evocative moniker Mabuse, this visionary painter emerged from Maubeuge, France, to become a cornerstone of the Romanist movement. His life’s work represents a profound metamorphosis in Netherlandish art, where the sharp, tactile realism of the Flemish masters met the grand, sculptural elegance of the Italian Renaissance. To study Gossaert is to witness the very moment when the medieval soul began to embrace the classical light of antiquity.

While the precise details of his early training remain shrouded in the mists of time, Gossaert’s artistic DNA was deeply rooted in the traditions of the Low Countries. It is widely believed that his formative years were spent absorbing the technical rigors of masters such as Rogier van der Weyden and Hugo van der Goes. From these predecessors, he inherited an unparalleled devotion to detail—a way of rendering textures, fabrics, and light that felt almost tangible to the viewer. However, Gossaert was far from a mere imitator of the past; he possessed an insatiable curiosity for the new, looking toward the south to integrate the anatomical precision and architectural grandeur of the Italian Renaissance into his native style.

A Synthesis of North and South

The true genius of Mabuse lies in his ability to harmonize two seemingly disparate worlds. His development as a Romanist painter marked a departure from the purely Gothic sensibilities that had long dominated Northern Europe. Where earlier artists focused on symbolic depth and spiritual iconography, Gossaert introduced a sense of physical weight and classical proportion. He studied the human form with a new, scientific vigor, allowing his figures to occupy space with a sculptural presence that felt revolutionary for his era.

This stylistic evolution is most evident in his treatment of light and atmosphere. In his hands, light does not merely illuminate a scene; it sculpts it. He utilized atmospheric perspective to create vast, immersive landscapes that seem to recede infinitely into the distance, providing a dramatic stage for his subjects. His compositions often feature a complex interplay of shadows and brilliance, a technique that lends his religious and mythological scenes an almost theatrical intensity. This mastery allowed him to navigate the delicate balance between the profound spiritual contemplation required by religious commissions and the intellectual grandeur demanded by the humanist scholars of his time.

Masterworks and Historical Significance

Gossaert’s prolific career was sustained by a prestigious network of patrons, ranging from wealthy merchants to high-ranking clergy and nobility. His output was remarkably diverse, spanning monumental altarpieces that anchored cathedral interiors to intimate portraits that captured the psychological essence of his sitters. Some of his most enduring contributions include:

Religious Iconography: Works such as Deesis demonstrate his ability to use light and color to evoke deep spiritual reverence, portraying Christ with a majesty that is both human and divine.
Mythological Narratives: In pieces like Hercules and Deianeira, Gossaert showcased his command of classical themes, using the muscularity of ancient myth to push the boundaries of Northern anatomical painting.
Portraiture: His portraits stand as vital historical documents, characterized by a meticulous rendering of costume and a dignified, steady gaze that reflects the rising status of the individual in Renaissance society.

The historical significance of Jan Gossaert cannot be overstated. He acted as a vital conduit, transporting the classical ideals of Italy across the Alps and planting them firmly in the fertile soil of the Netherlands. By blending the meticulous craftsmanship of the Flemish tradition with the structural innovations of the Roman Renaissance, he paved the way for future generations of Northern artists. His legacy remains etched in the very fabric of art history, representing a triumphant era of cultural synthesis and artistic rebirth.

Questions & Answers

Where can I see Jan Gossaert (Mabuse)'s artworks arranged by atmosphere?

Jan Gossaert (Mabuse)'s works can be browsed by mood on the artist's Mood Room page, which arranges the artworks by their recorded moods.

Can I explore Jan Gossaert (Mabuse)'s works by subject?

The Subject Atlas of Jan Gossaert (Mabuse) is a page that maps the artist's artworks by their subjects.

Can I browse Jan Gossaert (Mabuse)'s works by color palette?

To find works by Jan Gossaert (Mabuse) in a specific palette, use the artist's By Palettes page.

By the ArtsDot.com Editorial Team Updated Sept. 1, 2026

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