The Raising of the Cross
1610
oil
canvas
From the collection of National Galleries Scotland
1610
oil
canvas
From the collection of National Galleries Scotland
Dominant colour
The Raising of the Cross is a 1610 oil by Unknown, a Early Baroque Italian work, held at National Galleries Scotland.
This painting shows a dramatic scene of a man being raised on a cross, surrounded by a group of people. The man is shirtless and has a white cloth wrapped around his waist. He is being lifted up by several men, while others look on in the background. The scene is set against a dark and cloudy sky, with the cross looming large in the center. The painting is done in muted colors, with shades of brown and gray dominating the palette. The overall mood is one of solemnity and reverence. The painting's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and drama, drawing the viewer's eye to the central figure. To learn more about this technique, explore the works of artists who have mastered chiaroscuro.
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