The Risen Christ
1504
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1504
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
The painting depicts a man with long, wavy hair and a beard, wearing a draped cloth around his waist. He is barefoot and holds a staff in his right hand. His left arm is raised, with his hand pointing upward. A halo surrounds his head, and a small cross is visible behind him. The man's facial expression is calm, and his body language conveys a sense of serenity. The background of the painting is a light color, which helps to highlight the figure. This painting is reminiscent of the work of artists from the Renaissance period. To learn more about this style, look up the Renaissance.