Artwork
Christ on the Cross with Saints Mary, John the Evangelist and Catherine of Siena
Christ on the Cross with Saints Mary, John the Evangelist and Catherine of Siena is an oil painting by the Mannerist artist Marco Pino. It dates from 1570 and is held in the collection of the J. Paul Getty Museum.
About this work
Overview
Christ on the Cross with Saints Mary, John the Evangelist and Catherine of Siena is an oil painting created by Marco Pino in 1570. It is a representative work of the Mannerist period, showcasing the artist's skill in composition and use of light.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a crucifixion scene with Christ on the cross, accompanied by the Virgin Mary, John the Evangelist, and Catherine of Siena. The figures are arranged around the central figure of Christ, conveying a sense of reverence and mourning.
Technique & Style
Pino's use of chiaroscuro creates a strong contrast between light and dark, emphasizing the figure of Christ. The painting's somber atmosphere is enhanced by the subdued color palette and the figures' gazes directed upwards towards Jesus.
History & Provenance
Marco Pino, born in 1521 in Costalpino, trained in Siena and worked in Rome and Naples before his death in 1583. The painting is now part of the J. Paul Getty Museum's collection.
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Artist
Marco Pino or Marco da Siena (1521–1583) was an Italian painter of the Renaissance and Mannerist period.
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