Artwork
The Entombment of Christ
The Entombment of Christ is an oil painting by the High Renaissance artist Lorenzo Lotto. It dates from 1513 and is held in the collection of the Accademia Carrara.
About this work
Overview
The Entombment of Christ is an oil-on-canvas painting created by Lorenzo Lotto between 1513 and 1516. It is now housed at the Accademia Carrara in Bergamo.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts the somber scene of Christ's entombment, with a group of robed figures gathered around a stone sarcophagus. The figures display various poses and expressions of grief and reverence, conveying a mood of solemnity and mourning.
Technique & Style
Lotto's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and volume, drawing attention to Christ's central figure. The contrast between light and dark also enhances the emotional impact of the scene.
History & Provenance
Originally, the painting formed the central predella panel of Lotto's Martinengo Altarpiece at the church of Santi Bartolomeo e Stefano.
Artist & collection
Artist
Lorenzo Lotto (c. 1480 – 1556/57) was an Italian Renaissance painter, draughtsman, and illustrator, traditionally placed in the Venetian school, though much of his career was spent in other north Italian cities. He…
