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Christ and the Woman of Samaria [verso]

German 16th Century

1600

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From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Baroque Baroque Religious

Dominant colour

Christ and the Woman of Samaria [verso] is a 1600 ink by German 16th Century, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: German 16th Century
When & what style?: 1600 · Baroque
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

This painting, titled Christ and the Woman of Samaria [verso], depicts a scene from the Bible. In the foreground, a woman sits beside a well, while Jesus stands opposite her. The woman wears a long dress and a head covering, and Jesus is dressed in a robe and cloak. The background of the painting features a distant landscape with buildings and people. The artist has used a range of techniques to create depth and texture in the painting, including cross-hatching and the use of different shades of gray. The painting is a fine example of Baroque art, characterized by its use of dramatic lighting and intense emotions. If you're interested in learning more about this style, you might want to explore the work of other artists associated with the Baroque movement.