Artwork
The Round Passion: Christ in Gethsemane (Agony in the Garden)
The Round Passion: Christ in Gethsemane (Agony in the Garden) is a print by the Renaissance artist Lucas van Leyden. It dates from 1509 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
- Accession no.
- 1923.746.1
- Credit line
- Gift of The Print Club of Cleveland
About this work
Overview
The Round Passion: Christ in Gethsemane (Agony in the Garden) is a print created by Lucas van Leyden in 1509. It is a representation of a pivotal biblical scene.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts Christ's anguish in the Garden of Gethsemane, showing him lying on the ground with outstretched arms. A group of men gather around a fire in the background, set against a cityscape. The scene conveys a sense of tension and anxiety.
Technique & Style
The work is framed by a decorative border featuring leaves and flowers. The use of light and shadow creates depth, with background figures cast in shadow. As a skilled printmaker, van Leyden effectively employed these visual elements to convey the scene's emotional intensity.
History & Provenance
Lucas van Leyden was a Dutch painter and printmaker active in the early 16th century. He was among the first Dutch artists to explore genre painting while establishing his reputation as a printmaker.
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Artist
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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