The Trinity
1750
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1750
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
The Trinity is a 1750 by Nicholas Dorigny, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.
This print shows a dramatic scene in the sky. At the center, a muscular man is nailed to a cross, arms spread wide. Above him floats an older bearded figure with outstretched arms, holding a smaller cross. Two angels kneel on clouds at the sides, looking up with folded hands. The background is swirling clouds and faint light, giving everything a dreamy, shadowy feel. The older figure’s chest has the letters "INRI" on his robe—likely short for a title. The whole scene feels tense but calm, like a moment frozen in time. If you like this style, check out chiaroscuro for more on how artists use light and shadow.
