The carrying of the cross
1496
oil
panel
From the collection of Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon
1496
oil
panel
From the collection of Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon
The carrying of the cross is a 1496 oil by Unknown, a Early Renaissance work, depicting Jesus Christ, held at Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon.
This painting shows a group of people carrying a large wooden cross. They are all dressed in colorful clothing, with some wearing red, green, and white robes. The people are walking on a dirt path, with rocks and grass surrounding them. In the background, there are trees and a body of water visible. The people in the painting are all focused on carrying the cross, with some looking up at it and others looking down at the ground. The cross is large and heavy, and it appears to be a struggle for the people to carry it. The painting is done in oil paint, with vivid colors and detailed textures. The painting is held at the Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon.
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