Christ
1905
unspecified
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1905
unspecified
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
The painting features a portrait of Jesus Christ, depicted with long dark hair and a beard. He is shown wearing a white robe with a dark cloak draped over his shoulders. A halo surrounds his head, and his eyes are closed as if in prayer. His right hand is placed over his heart. The background of the painting is a dark blue-green color, which helps to emphasize the figure of Christ. The overall mood of the painting is one of serenity and contemplation. This painting is a great example of the work of artist Gari Melchers.