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What is the significance of the triptych?

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What is the significance of the triptych?
Modern triptychs are meant to display a full scene in three panels or from different perspectives. In the past, triptychs were often used with religious artwork and told a story in three panels. On 1stDibs, find a variety of original triptych artwork from top artists.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Neo-Gothic Religious Triptych of “Mary of Perpetual Help”
Located in Meulebeke, BE
Belgium / 1890 / Religious Triptych / wood, paper, glass / Neo-Gothic / Antique very old framed
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Belgian Gothic Revival Religious Items

Materials

Glass, Wood, Paper

Antique Religious Carved Polychrome Painted Devotional Icon Triptych Folk Art
Located in Forney, TX
A stunning rustic antique Christian carved wood devotional painting triptych, early 20th century or
Category

Early 20th Century Folk Art Religious Items

Materials

Metal

Large antique triptych of the Holy Virgin 42'', 19th century
Located in LA FERTÉ-SOUS-JOUARRE, FR
This beautiful religious triptych in solid wood opens to reveal an image of the Virgin Mary. When
Category

Antique 19th Century French Decorative Art

Materials

Wood

Gothic Revival Carved Oak and KPM Porcelain Triptych
By KPM Porcelain
Located in London, GB
The triptych comprises a trio of porcelain plaques, depicting the patron saints of the German city
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Antique 19th Century German Gothic Revival Religious Items

Materials

Porcelain, Oak

Mid-Century Italian Carved Painted Triptych with Madonna & Child, and Angels
Located in Dallas, TX
Place this antique triptych on a table for your daily devotions! Created in Italy circa 1960, and
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Renaissance Religious Items

Materials

Pine

Gothic Style Huge Triptych Shadow Box/Display Of Orthodox Church Silver Icons
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a Gothic style huge triptych shadow box/display of an Orthodox Church silver icons. The
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Gothic Religious Items

Materials

Silver

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