Carrying the Cross

Explore Abel Grimmer's poignant 'Carrying the Cross,' a masterpiece housed in Bruges’ Groeninge Museum. Witness masterful composition and vibrant color palettes reflecting Flemish Renaissance spirituality.

Abel Grimmer

Abel Grimmer (c. 1570-1620) was a Flemish Renaissance painter known for naturalistic landscapes, biblical scenes & architectural paintings. Influenced by Bruegel, he streamlined technique to create prolific series of the seasons & Tower of Babel.

Groeninge Museum

Discover Flemish art's golden age at the Groeninge Museum in Bruges! Explore masterpieces by Van Eyck, Memling & more – a journey through six centuries of Belgian artistic heritage.