Andreas von Jerin Silver Altar, Mannerism silver altar in Wrocław Cathedral, Poland.
The altar features a central panel with silver figures of Christ, Mary, and John the Evangelist against a burgundy velvet background adorned with stars.
Bishop Andreas von Jerin commissioned this altar in 1591, investing 10,000 thalers, which equaled the value of a medium-sized town at that time.
The side wings display silver statues of Saint Andrew, Saint Hedwig of Silesia, Saint John the Baptist, and Saint Vincent of Saragossa with medallions below.
The altar measures 376 centimeters in width and 301.5 centimeters in height, with four wings containing paintings depicting scenes from Saint John's life.
During World War II, the altar was dismantled and hidden, with 80 percent of its original elements rediscovered in 2016 by art historian Jacek Witecki.
Location: Wrocław
Architectural style: mannerism
Part of: Wrocław Cathedral
GPS coordinates: 51.11417,17.04611
Latest update: March 3, 2025 02:06
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