Who painted Christ and His Disciples?

Christ and His Disciples was painted by Joseph Brett in 1842.

Where can I see Christ and His Disciples?

Christ and His Disciples is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is Christ and His Disciples?

Christ and His Disciples is associated with Romanticism.

Can I buy a print of Christ and His Disciples?

Museum-quality prints of Christ and His Disciples are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Christ and His Disciples

Joseph Brett , 1842

Christ and His Disciples is a drawing by the Romanticist artist Joseph Brett. It dates from 1842 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

Accession no.: 1954.664
Credit line: The Norweb Collection

About this work

Overview

Christ and His Disciples is a drawing by Joseph Brett, dated to around 1842, and is part of the collection at The Cleveland Museum of Art.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing shows Christ standing on the left, wearing a white robe, surrounded by his disciples on the right, who wear various robes. The scene is set in a natural landscape with trees, water, and distant boats, evoking a serene atmosphere.

Technique & Style

Brett's use of light and shadow creates a sense of depth. The figures are depicted realistically, with detailed facial expressions and clothing, suggesting a focus on representational accuracy.