1717
oil
canvas
From the collection of National Gallery of Ireland
Christ Curing a Possessed Man is a 1717 oil by Charles-Antoine Coypel, a French Classical Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Ireland.
This painting depicts a dramatic scene of Jesus healing a possessed man. Jesus stands at the center, wearing a blue robe and gesturing with his right hand. The possessed man lies on the ground, surrounded by a group of onlookers. The scene is set against a rocky landscape with a cloudy sky. The figures are rendered in vivid colors, with Jesus' blue robe standing out against the earthy tones of the surrounding environment. The artist's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and drama, drawing the viewer's eye to the central figure of Jesus. For more information on this technique, explore the art of chiaroscuro.
Charles-Antoine Coypel (French pronunciation: ; 11 July 1694 – 14 June 1752) was a French painter, art critic, and playwright.
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