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The Crucifixion with Mary Magdalen at the Foot of the Cross (triptych, centre panel)

Unknown

1500

oil

panel

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

Northern Renaissance Renaissance Religious

Dominant colour

The Crucifixion with Mary Magdalen at the Foot of the Cross (triptych, centre panel) is a 1500 oil by Unknown, a Northern Renaissance work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.

Who painted this?: Unknown
When & what style?: 1500 · Northern Renaissance
Where can I see it?: Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

The painting depicts a scene of Jesus Christ on the cross, surrounded by a group of people. In the foreground, a woman kneels at the foot of the cross, while others stand nearby, some looking up at Jesus. The background of the painting features a cityscape with buildings and a bridge, set against a blue sky with white clouds. The overall atmosphere of the painting is one of solemnity and reverence. The painting is held at the Victoria and Albert Museum.