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Die Auferstehung Christi
Die Auferstehung Christi is a paint painting by the Northern Renaissance artist Gabriel Angler. It dates from 1445 and is held in the collection of the Gemäldegalerie Berlin.
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Overview
Die Auferstehung Christi (The Resurrection of Christ) is a 1445 religious painting by Gabriel Angler, currently in the collection of the Gemäldegalerie Berlin.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts the dramatic moment of Jesus Christ's resurrection. Emerging from a tomb, the central figure (likely Jesus) holds a flag, surrounded by onlookers in various states of shock and awe, conveying the emotional and spiritual impact of the event.
Technique & Style
The work features a predominantly earthy-toned palette with vivid color accents. Angler's manipulation of light and shadow creates depth, focusing attention on the resurrected figure through chiaroscuro effects.
History & Provenance
Created in 1445, the painting's provenance prior to its acquisition by the Gemäldegalerie Berlin is not detailed in available information.
Context
Die Auferstehung Christi aligns with a broader artistic tradition of depicting the Resurrection of Jesus, a common theme in medieval and early Renaissance religious art.
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