The Mysteries of the Passion: Christ Taken Captive

1631

From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art

Dominant colour

The Mysteries of the Passion: Christ Taken Captive is a 1631 by Jacques Callot, a Baroque work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.

Who painted this?: Jacques Callot
When & what style?: 1631 · Baroque
Where can I see it?: Cleveland Museum of Art

About this work

This black-and-white scene shows a group of soldiers in the center, surrounding a man with long hair who’s being led away. A woman in a long dress stands nearby, looking upset, while others watch from the shadows of trees. The background has a river and some rocky ground, with people scattered around the edges. The man being led away is likely the focus—his calm stance contrasts with the soldiers’ rough handling. The whole scene feels tense, with quick, sketchy lines capturing the moment. If this style intrigues you, look up Baroque.