Ethiopia / Late 17th century
Triptych
Look closely at Triptych. A three-part panel featuring a variety of scenes, vertically stacked and richly painted.
What catches your eye before you read the artist and date? The Art Institute dates Triptych to Late 17th century.
A CLOSER LOOK
Central Ethiopia Eastern and Southern Africa made this painting. The museum dates it Late 17th century.
The original museum record has the full image, attribution, and catalog details. Return to the work after reading its record and see what you notice.
FOLLOW THE EVIDENCE
Art Institute of ChicagoTriptychOriginal explanation based on the sources above. Images carry their own reuse terms.