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Christ Blessing

Nardo di Cione

1350

unspecified

From the collection of Brooklyn Museum

byzantine_iconography Medieval Religious

Dominant colour

Christ Blessing is a 1350 unspecified by Nardo di Cione, a byzantine_iconography work, held at Brooklyn Museum.

Who painted this?: Nardo di Cione
When & what style?: 1350 · byzantine_iconography
Where can I see it?: Brooklyn Museum

About this work

The painting depicts a portrait of Jesus Christ, with his right hand raised in a blessing gesture. He wears a red robe with a gold patterned collar, and a black cloak draped over his left shoulder. The background is a warm, golden color, with a subtle pattern of lines and shapes. The painting is rendered in a style that emphasizes the subject's facial expression and the folds of his clothing. The artist's use of color and composition creates a sense of depth and dimensionality. This painting is a fine example of the work of Nardo di Cione, an artist known for his religious paintings. If you're interested in learning more about his style and technique, you might want to explore the work of Nardo di Cione.