Catalan School, 14th Century

The Catalan School of the 14th century refers to a regional tradition of medieval painting and manuscript illumination that flourished in the Crown of Aragon, particularly in Catalonia. Deeply influenced by Italian Gothic masters such as the Sienese school, as well as Byzantine iconographic traditions, Catalan artists of this period developed a distinctive style characterized by elegant figures, rich gold backgrounds, and vivid tempera colors. Works from this school frequently depict religious subjects, including altarpieces, retables, and devotional panels, and are closely associated with prominent artists such as Ferrer Bassa and the Serra brothers.