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Triptych:Crucifixion of Jesus (central panel), by Unknown, oil, 1550

Triptych:Crucifixion of Jesus (central panel)

Unknown

1550

oil

panel

From the collection of Hermitage Museum

Dominant colour

Overview

Triptych:Crucifixion of Jesus (central panel) is a 1550 oil by Unknown, a Early Baroque Italian work, depicting Calvary, held at Hermitage Museum.

Who painted this?
Unknown
When & what style?
1550 · Early Baroque Italian
Where can I see it?
Hermitage Museum

About this work

This painting depicts a crucifixion scene, with Jesus on the cross at the center. He is surrounded by a crowd of people, some of whom are kneeling or standing in prayer. The background features a cityscape with buildings and mountains. In the foreground, a man is shown being pulled away from the cross, while another figure is depicted in a state of distress. The overall mood of the painting is one of solemnity and reverence. The artist's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and drama, drawing the viewer's eye to the central figure of Jesus. This painting is held at the State Hermitage Museum.

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