1616
chalk
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Torso of Christ on the Cross is a 1616 chalk by Guido Reni, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
You see a simple drawing of Christ's torso on a cross. It's drawn with black chalk and white highlights. The artist used this technique to create depth and texture, which was a common practice during that time, and it's interesting to note that the simplicity of the drawing focuses attention on the subject. The drawing is now at the National Gallery of Art, Washington, where you can also learn about the technique of chiaroscuro.
Guido Reni was an Italian Baroque painter, although his works showed a classical manner, similar to Simon Vouet, Nicolas Poussin, and Philippe de Champaigne.
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