Herman Han’s prominent work of art is in the church. He was a very popular artist who in 1622 painted “The Coronation of the Holy Virgin Mary” for a church in the seaside town of Puck. Similar altarpieces were later made for cathedrals in Pelpin and Oliwa which attests for the artist’s high position. The altar from Puck made its way to Wielki Buczek thanks to the local founders.
What could the locals from Wielki Buczek feel when they looked at the painting 400 years ago? Probably respect and admiration for the work. The painting, full of symbolism, had to tell a story: the crowned Mary became the symbol of Catholic faith in the time of religious tumult and reformation.
The painting is in the form of so called Mystical Goblet. In its “bowl” the final scene is taking place: the kneeling Mother of God is being crowned by God the Father and Christ.
In the upper corners choirs of angels and patron saints are depicted.
At the bottom we can see images of representatives of the secular and church authorities and the nobles of the time. Steadfast to the Catholic faith, the figures were presented as role-models to everyone who admired the painting.
