This close-up reveals the intricate half-open view of the Rode Altarpiece, one of the most significant medieval artworks in Northern Europe. In this position, the altarpiece functions as a visual storybook, displaying painted panels that narrate the lives of two key saints: Left Wings (St. Nicholas): The panels on the left depict scenes from the life and miracles of St. Nicholas, the patron saint of the church and protector of merchants and sailors. Right Wings (St. Victor): The panels on the right illustrate the martyrdom and legend of St. Victor of Marseilles, the patron saint of Tallinn. Notably, one of these scenes features a detailed cityscape in the background that is believed to be a depiction of medieval Lübeck, the city where the altar was made. Estonia

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