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The Crucifixion and the Descent from the Cross

Antonio Vázquez

1513

unspecified

From the collection of Ashmolean Museum

Religious

Dominant colour

The Crucifixion and the Descent from the Cross is a 1513 unspecified by Antonio Vázquez, held at Ashmolean Museum.

Who painted this?: Antonio Vázquez
When & what style?: 1513
Where can I see it?: Ashmolean Museum

About this work

This painting is a diptych, meaning it's made up of two panels that work together to tell a story. The left panel shows Jesus on the cross, with two figures standing below him. The right panel depicts Jesus being taken down from the cross, with four figures surrounding him. The figures are dressed in robes, and the background of both panels appears to be a landscape with buildings in the distance. The painting is quite detailed, with intricate folds in the robes and expressive faces on the figures. The use of color is muted, with earthy tones dominating the palette. The overall mood of the painting is somber and contemplative, inviting the viewer to reflect on the scene being depicted. If you're interested in learning more about this style of painting, you might want to look into the work of Antonio Vázquez, the artist who created this piece.

About the artist

Artist

Antonio Vázquez

Antonio Vázquez painted delicate religious scenes in the early 1500s. Try *The Crucifixion and the Descent from the Cross* to see how he turned biblical moments into miniature dramas, packed with tiny figures and…

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