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The Raising of Lazarus

Jan Pynas

1620

oil

panel

From the collection of Philadelphia Museum of Art

Early Baroque Italian Baroque Religious

Dominant colour

The Raising of Lazarus is a 1620 oil by Jan Pynas, a Early Baroque Italian work, held at Philadelphia Museum of Art.

Who painted this?: Jan Pynas
When & what style?: 1620 · Early Baroque Italian
Where can I see it?: Philadelphia Museum of Art

About this work

This painting depicts a dramatic scene of a man being raised from the dead. The central figure, Lazarus, is shown emerging from a tomb, with a white cloth wrapped around his waist. He is surrounded by a group of people, including Jesus, who is standing to his right and pointing towards him. The scene is set against a dark background, which contrasts with the bright colors of the figures in the foreground. The painting features a range of emotions, from the shock and amazement of the onlookers to the calm and serene expression of Jesus. The use of chiaroscuro in this painting creates a sense of depth and drama, drawing the viewer's attention to the central scene. If you're interested in learning more about this technique, you can explore the works of artists who have mastered it, such as Jan Pynas.