Envisioning Gender in Burgundian Devotional Art, 1350-1530

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Exploring the intersection of visual culture, faith, and gender, this study delves into the devotional art of the Burgundian Netherlands from 1350 to 1530. Through the works of notable artists like Jan van Eyck and Hans Memling, the author examines how masculinity and femininity are depicted in relation to the practices and expectations of devotion within courtly, monastic, and urban contexts. The analysis reveals the nuanced ways gender is constructed and represented in this rich artistic tradition.