Artwork
Crucifixió de Sant Pere
Crucifixió de Sant Pere is a tempera painting by the Gothic painting artist Pere Serra. It dates from 1400 and is held in the collection of the Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya.
About this work
Overview
The Crucifixió de Sant Pere is a tempera painting created by Pere Serra in 1400. It is a representative work of the Gothic-Italian style, characteristic of Serra's oeuvre.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts the crucifixion of Saint Peter, shown upside down and wearing a red robe, surrounded by men with varied expressions, conveying a range of emotions from concern to detachment.
Technique & Style
Serra's style was influenced by contemporary Italian painting, particularly the Sienese school, and reflects a family tradition of artists. The use of tempera and gold accents is typical of the Gothic-Italian style.
History & Provenance
The painting is now held in the Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya. Pere Serra was active as a painter from 1357 to 1406.
Artist & collection
Artist
Pere Serra was a painter in Gothic-Italian style, who was active in Catalonia in 1357–1406.
The Crucifixion
Calvary
Deposition
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Calvary
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The Crucifixion
Crucifixion
Kreuzabnahme
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