Comparison of Massacio's Holy Trinity and Campin's Merod Altarpiece

Masaccio's Holy Trinity and Campin's Merode Altarpiece were both created during the same period, however their paintings show the influences of the Italian and northern styles, respectively, to bring forth new and different tools and methods of art. Masaccio's Holy Trinity does not have an emphasis on ornamentation and idealistic elegance of the International Style. Masaccio instead focuses on the naturalistic and humanistic view of the subject matter. Using the usual medium of fresco painting, …

…painting. He was used symbolism to create the religion in everyday life scenario. Campin's use of perspective is confusing to interpret. Although objects in the painting do seem to occupy space, how they are related to our space is strange. It seems that the mathematical perspective is not of very much importance to Campin, but instead detail to the ornamentation and detailing and the new idea of human and religion interaction in every day life.