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Christ on the Cross

German 15th Century

1460

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Renaissance Renaissance Religious

Dominant colour

Christ on the Cross is a 1460 ink by German 15th Century, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: German 15th Century
When & what style?: 1460 · Renaissance
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

This painting shows a crucified man at the center, with two women standing on either side. The man is depicted with his arms outstretched and his head tilted to the right, with blood visible on his body. The woman on the left wears a blue robe and a halo, while the woman on the right is dressed in a yellow robe and a red shawl, also with a halo. The background of the painting is dark, with a subtle green area at the bottom where the women are standing. The overall atmosphere of the painting is somber and contemplative. If you're interested in learning more about the artistic style of this period, you might want to explore the Renaissance movement.