Who painted Descent from the Cross?

Descent from the Cross was painted by Hans Baldung Grien in 1505.

Where can I see Descent from the Cross?

Descent from the Cross is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is Descent from the Cross?

Descent from the Cross is associated with Renaissance.

Can I buy a print of Descent from the Cross?

Museum-quality prints of Descent from the Cross are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Descent from the Cross

Hans Baldung Grien , 1505

Descent from the Cross is a print by the Renaissance artist Hans Baldung Grien. It dates from 1505 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

Accession no.: 1961.56
Credit line: Anonymous Gift

About this work

Overview

Descent from the Cross is a print by Hans Baldung, created in an unspecified year. It is a work in black and white, representing a dramatic scene.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts the lowering of a body from a cross, surrounded by chaotic elements and symbols of death, such as skulls. The scene is dense with figures and objects, including a ladder and crumbling walls.

Technique & Style

Baldung's use of sharp lines and deep shadows creates a dramatic and tense atmosphere. The strong contrasts in the image are achieved through chiaroscuro, a technique that emphasizes the interplay between light and dark.

The Descent from the Cross, Albrecht Altdorfer

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Artist

Hans Baldung Grien

Hans Baldung (1484 or 1485 – September 1545), called Hans Baldung Grien, (being an early nickname, because of his predilection for the colour green), was a painter, printer, engraver, draftsman, and stained glass…