Mountain Landscape with the Temptation of Christ

The concept of Momper and Vrancx’s work follows the type of landscape popular after the middle of the 16th century. The view seen slightly from above is framed by high mountains. At the sides, these slope down to a valley with a flowing river. Similar to the works of Momper’s predecessors, the scenery draws on the study of the Alps natural environment. The New Testament scene of the Temptation of Christ was situated as if incidentally in the background of the painting.