Christ Driving the Traders from the Temple

1636

From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst

Dominant colour

Christ Driving the Traders from the Temple is a 1636 by Unknown, a Baroque work, held at Statens Museum for Kunst.

Who painted this?: Unknown
When & what style?: 1636 · Baroque
Where can I see it?: Statens Museum for Kunst

About this work

This black-and-white photo shows a crowded church scene. People in old-fashioned clothes mill about, some kneeling, others standing. A tall arched window lets in light, and the walls are plain stone. In the center, a group gathers around a table, while a dog sits nearby. The room’s high ceilings and pointed arches give it a grand, echoing feel. The artist used strong light and shadow to make the scene feel dramatic. The mix of busy figures and quiet architecture creates tension. If you like this style, look up Baroque next.