1509
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
The Round Passion: The Crucifixion is a 1509 by Lucas van Leyden, a Renaissance work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.
This painting is a circular scene showing the crucifixion of Jesus. He is nailed to a cross, with his arms stretched out and a cloth wrapped around his waist. Below him, people are gathered, some looking up at him in sorrow. The scene is framed by an ornate border with leaves and figures. In the background, there are buildings and a landscape. The painting is done in a detailed style, with lots of textures and patterns. The colors are muted, with shades of brown and gray dominating the palette. If you like this painting, you might also want to check out other works by the 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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