Deposition
1563
oil
From the collection of Art Gallery of New South Wales
1563
oil
From the collection of Art Gallery of New South Wales
Deposition is a 1563 oil by Prospero Fontana, a mannerism work, depicting jesus christ, held at Art Gallery of New South Wales.
This painting depicts a somber scene of the Deposition, with Jesus Christ being taken down from the cross. The figures surrounding him are dressed in vibrant robes, with one figure in a red robe and another in a green robe, while a woman in a pink robe and a yellow head covering appears to be mourning. In the background, two cherubs are shown, one holding a spear and the other holding a cloth. The overall atmosphere of the painting is one of sadness and reverence. If you're interested in learning more about this style of painting, you might want to explore the technique of chiaroscuro.
