A Master of Miniature Worlds: The Elder Bernese Carnation Master The late 15th century in Switzerland witnessed a flourishing of religious art, often characterized by meticulous detail and vibrant color. Within this milieu emerged an artist known as the Elder Bernese Carnation Master – or *Nelkenmeister* in German – a figure shrouded in mystery yet celebrated for his exquisite depictions of flowers, particularly carnations, woven into the fabric of devotional paintings. While biographical details remain elusive, with even precise birth and death dates unknown, the impact of his work resonate…