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The 11 artworks by Simon Marmion 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 · 11 artworks Each artwork painted to order
Linnecanvas · Äkthetsintyg · Levereras över hela världen Simon Marmion · 1425 – 1489

The Lamentation of Christ

1473 · Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York · original 52 x 33 cm

Simon Marmion's 'Lamentation of Christ' (1473) depicts profound grief over Jesus’s death, showcasing exquisite detail & Burgundian artistry. A poignant masterpiece reflecting faith and sorrow.

Teknik: Handmålad olja på linnecanvas
Tillverkad av: Beställs av en utbildad konstnär
Popularity: No. 1 of 15 artworks by Simon Marmion
Leverans: Cirka 5 veckor över hela världen

from$17525 × 39 cm Commission this artwork

Same size as the original$19633 × 52 cm Commission at original size

Virgin and the Man of Sorrow

1480 · Groeningemuseet, Brygge · original 44 x 30 cm

Simon Marmion's 'Virgin and the Man of Sorrow' (1480) depicts profound grief & faith through masterful oil panel artistry, showcasing religious symbolism & a poignant scene from Christian iconography.

Teknik: Handmålad olja på linnecanvas
Tillverkad av: Beställs av en utbildad konstnär
Popularity: No. 2 of 15 artworks by Simon Marmion
Leverans: Cirka 5 veckor över hela världen

from$17538 × 27 cm Commission this artwork

Same size as the original$18544 × 30 cm Commission at original size

Scenes from the Life of St Bertin (detail)

1459 · Staatliche Museen zu Berlin, Berlin · original 56 x 147 cm

Experience the devotional piety of monks gathered around a central figure in Simon Marmion's 15th-century masterpiece; discover this rich religious narrative today.

Teknik: Handmålad olja på linnecanvas
Tillverkad av: Beställs av en utbildad konstnär
Popularity: No. 3 of 15 artworks by Simon Marmion
Leverans: Cirka 5 veckor över hela världen

from$17527 × 37 cm Commission this artwork

Same size as the original$38856 × 147 cm Commission at original size

Scenes from the Life of St Bertin

1459 · Staatliche Museen zu Berlin, Berlin · original 56 x 147 cm

A poignant religious narrative of monks gathered in devotion defines this 1459 masterpiece by Simon Marmion, showcasing vibrant Early Netherlandish detail that invites you to explore this piece of history.

Teknik: Handmålad olja på linnecanvas
Tillverkad av: Beställs av en utbildad konstnär
Popularity: No. 4 of 15 artworks by Simon Marmion
Leverans: Cirka 5 veckor över hela världen

from$17551 × 19 cm Commission this artwork

Same size as the original$388147 × 56 cm Commission at original size

Scenes from the Life of St Bertin (detail)

1459 · Staatliche Museen zu Berlin, Berlin

Simon Marmion's "Scenes from the Life of St Bertin" (1459) depicts a poignant religious scene with rich detail and vibrant colors, showcasing early Renaissance artistry and Flemish influences.

Teknik: Handmålad olja på linnecanvas
Tillverkad av: Beställs av en utbildad konstnär
Popularity: No. 5 of 15 artworks by Simon Marmion
Leverans: Cirka 5 veckor över hela världen

from$17527 × 37 cm Commission this artwork

Scenes from the Life of St Bertin

1459 · Staatliche Museen zu Berlin, Berlin · original 56 x 147 cm

Teknik: Handmålad olja på linnecanvas
Tillverkad av: Beställs av en utbildad konstnär
Popularity: No. 6 of 15 artworks by Simon Marmion
Leverans: Cirka 5 veckor över hela världen

from$17551 × 20 cm Commission this artwork

Same size as the original$388147 × 56 cm Commission at original size

Untitled (447)

Teknik: Handmålad olja på linnecanvas
Tillverkad av: Beställs av en utbildad konstnär
Popularity: No. 7 of 15 artworks by Simon Marmion
Leverans: Cirka 5 veckor över hela världen

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A Choir of Angels - From Left Hand Shutter

Discover 'A Choir of Angels' by Simon Marmion – a stunning medieval/Renaissance panel painting of angelic figures & celestial music. Explore its rich colors, symbolism & detailed artistry.

Teknik: Handmålad olja på linnecanvas
Tillverkad av: Beställs av en utbildad konstnär
Popularity: No. 8 of 15 artworks by Simon Marmion
Leverans: Cirka 5 veckor över hela världen

from$22518 × 55 cm Commission this artwork

The Soul of Saint Bertin carried up to God

Teknik: Handmålad olja på linnecanvas
Tillverkad av: Beställs av en utbildad konstnär
Popularity: No. 9 of 15 artworks by Simon Marmion
Leverans: Cirka 5 veckor över hela världen

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A Choir of Angels - From Left Hand Shutter

Teknik: Handmålad olja på linnecanvas
Tillverkad av: Beställs av en utbildad konstnär
Popularity: No. 10 of 15 artworks by Simon Marmion
Leverans: Cirka 5 veckor över hela världen

from$17521 × 47 cm Commission this artwork

The Holy Virgins Greeted by Christ as They Enter the Gates of Paradise

1467 · original 16 x 12 cm

Teknik: Handmålad olja på linnecanvas
Tillverkad av: Beställs av en utbildad konstnär
Popularity: No. 11 of 15 artworks by Simon Marmion
Leverans: Cirka 5 veckor över hela världen

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The artist

Simon Marmion

1425 – 1489

Snabbfakta

Top 3 worksThe Lamentation of Christ, Virgin and the Man of Sorrow, Scenes from the Life of St Bertin (detail)
Mediumsoil on panel
Works on APS15
Born1425, Amiens, France
Lifespan64 years
NationalityFrance
Art periodRenaissance
Museums on APSMetropolitan Museum of Art, Staatliche Museen zu Berlin, Groeningemuseet

Biography

The Prince of Illuminators: The Radiant Legacy of Simon Marmion

In the golden twilight of the Middle Ages, a period where the flickering candlelight of monastic scriptoriums met the burgeoning splendor of the Burgundian court, there emerged an artist of unparalleled delicacy and prestige. Simon Marmion, a master whose brush breathed life into the parchment of history, earned the reverent title of "the prince of illuminators." Born in Amiens around 1425, Marmion was a product of a rich artistic lineage, raised in an environment where the craft of painting was woven into the very fabric of family life. With his father, Jean, and his brother, Mille, also practicing the arts, Marmion’s early development was steeped in the technical rigors of the French and Netherlandish traditions.

His career was inextricably linked to the heights of political power and the opulent tastes of the Duchy of Burgundy. As the Burgundian territories expanded in influence, so too did Marmion's reputation. His presence at the legendary Feast of the Pheasant in Lille, under the patronage of Philip the Good, signaled his ascent into the inner circles of European nobility. This was an era of profound cultural synthesis, and Marmion stood at the crossroads of two worlds. While his roots lay in the French tradition, his work increasingly embraced the innovative Flemish spirit, characterized by a burgeoning interest in atmospheric landscapes and complex compositions that would define the Early Netherlandish style.

A Master of Light and Miniature

Marmion’s true genius resided in the intimate scale of the illuminated manuscript. To look upon his miniatures is to witness a world captured in jewel-like precision. He possessed an extraordinary ability to manipulate color and light, creating scenes that felt both spiritually transcendent and tangibly real. His work on the Grandes Chroniques de France remains a pinnacle of his achievement; within its pages, one finds a breathtaking array of miniatures ranging from vibrant, sweeping battle scenes to experimental works executed in a subtle, near-grisaille technique. This versatility allowed him to navigate between the grandiosity required for royal chronicles and the quiet, contemplative stillness needed for devotional texts.

Beyond the borders of manuscripts, Marmion’s hand extended to larger altarpieces and portraits, showcasing a stylistic evolution that bridged the gap between medieval symbolism and Renaissance naturalism. While some critics have noted a certain stiffness in his figures or occasional awkwardness in proportion, these elements often contribute to the unique, rhythmic grace of his compositions. His technical command of perspective was remarkably sound for his era, providing a structural depth that allowed his landscapes to breathe, even within the confines of a small panel. This mastery of space and atmosphere helped pave the way for the more robust realism seen in later Netherlandish masters.

Enduring Influence and Historical Significance

The historical footprint of Simon Marmion is visible across the great museums of the world, from the Gemäldegalerie in Berlin to the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York. His ability to serve the most powerful patrons of his time—including Charles the Bold and Margaret of York—ensured that his aesthetic would influence the visual language of the Burgundian court for generations. Even after his death in 1489, his legacy continued through his pupils, such as Jan Provoost, who carried forward the traditions Marmion had refined.

Marmion’s significance lies not merely in the beauty of his creations, but in his role as a cultural bridge. He captured a moment of profound transition in European art:

The Synthesis of Styles: He successfully merged the decorative elegance of French illumination with the observational realism of the Flemish school.
Patronage and Prestige: His work served as the visual propaganda for the most influential ducal houses in Europe, elevating the status of the artist from craftsman to courtly essentialist.
Technical Innovation: Through his use of varied media—from brilliant pigments to delicate grisaille—he expanded the expressive potential of the miniature format.

Today, we remember Simon Marmion not just as a painter of books, but as a visionary who captured the soul of an era through the meticulous application of pigment and light.

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