Między centrum a peryferiami. Późnośredniowieczne malowidła z kościoła św. Mikołaja w Sząbruku na Warmii

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The article addresses the issue of late Gothic wall paintings from the Parish Church in Sząbruk, Warmia, created around 1500–1510, which have not yet been the subject of an in‑depth analysis. In the course of the research it was possible to verify the iconography of the cycle, partially establish its graphic patterns, as well as to analyse its provenance and determine its place in the region’s late‑mediaeval art. The paintings show a Dutch influence, which had probably reached the province through Gdańsk. Its mediation is also indicated by the scene of the Last Judgment referring to Memling’s composition. The time of the paintings execution indicates an early example of inspiration from Gdańsk, since the influence of this artistic centre on the art of Warmia came to full expression in the modern era. At the same time, the rather mediocre quality of workmanship situates these paintings between the excellent art models taken from the major centres of the region (and, by extension, of northern Europe) and the provincial painting technique rooted in the local style.