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The Crucifixion

Naddo Ceccarelli

1343

unspecified

From the collection of Fitzwilliam Museum

Religious Jesus Christ

Dominant colour

The Crucifixion is a 1343 unspecified by Naddo Ceccarelli, depicting Jesus Christ, held at Fitzwilliam Museum.

Who painted this?: Naddo Ceccarelli
When & what style?: 1343
Where can I see it?: Fitzwilliam Museum

About this work

This painting depicts a somber scene of the Crucifixion, with Jesus Christ at its center. He is nailed to a cross, his body limp and his head tilted downward. The cross is set against a backdrop of a pointed archway, adorned with intricate carvings and a figure at the apex. To the left and right of the cross stand two figures, clad in long robes and gazing upward in reverence. The colors used in the painting are muted, with shades of brown and gold dominating the palette. The overall effect is one of solemnity and devotion. If you're interested in learning more about this style of art, you might want to explore the technique of chiaroscuro.