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The Passion: The Resurrection, by Lucas van Leyden, 1521

The Passion: The Resurrection

Lucas van Leyden

1521

From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

The Passion: The Resurrection is a 1521 by Lucas van Leyden, a Renaissance work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.

Who painted this?
Lucas van Leyden
When & what style?
1521 · Renaissance
Where can I see it?
Cleveland Museum of Art

About this work

This painting shows a man in a long robe standing on a cloud, holding a flagpole with a banner. He has long hair and is wearing sandals. Two men in armor are below him, looking up. The man in the robe is surrounded by clouds, and the background is light. The scene is depicted in a detailed, realistic style. The painting's attention to detail and use of light and shadow are reminiscent of the Renaissance style. You can learn more about this style by exploring the Renaissance movement.

About the artist

Portrait of Lucas van Leyden
Artist

Lucas van Leyden

Lucas van Leyden (1494 – 8 August 1533), was a Dutch painter and printmaker in engraving and woodcut. Lucas van Leyden was among the first Dutch exponents of genre painting and was a very accomplished engraver.

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