The Deposition
1652
From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst
Dominant colour
The Deposition is a 1652 by Unknown, held at Statens Museum for Kunst.
This painting shows a group of people in a dim room. A man lies on the floor, half-dressed, while others gather around him—some kneeling, others standing. One woman points upward, and a few children sit nearby. Above them, faint figures float in the dark sky. The lighting is dramatic, with strong contrasts between light and shadow. The man on the ground looks lifeless, while the others seem tense or sorrowful. If you like this style, look up *chiaroscuro* next.
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