Artwork
Răstignirea lui Iisus
Răstignirea lui Iisus is a drawing by Maria Prodan. It is held in the collection of the Alba Iulia Unification National Museum.
About this work
Overview
Răstignirea lui Iisus is a small drawing depicting the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. The scene is populated by several figures, including two kneeling women and two faces in the clouds.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing's central figure is Jesus on the cross, flanked by two women. Two faces appear in the clouds above, and a winged, sun-like figure is positioned to the right. The blurred face of Jesus gives him a symbolic quality.
Technique & Style
The drawing features flat, bright colors and a lack of shading, creating a two-dimensional effect. The artist's use of line and color achieves a graphic quality, with gold and blue shapes suggesting flowers or halos in the background.
Artist & collection
Artist
Maria Prodan's work belongs to a traditional era of religious art. She painted "Sfinții Mihail și Gavril" and drew "Prohodul și Învierea lui Iisus". These pieces, along with "Iisus Hristos arhiereu și învățător,…
Museum
Alba Iulia Unification National Museum
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