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Ecce Homo, by Jusepe de Ribera, unspecified, 1631

Ecce Homo

Jusepe de Ribera

1631

unspecified

From the collection of Finnish National Gallery

Dominant colour

Overview

Ecce Homo is a 1631 unspecified by Jusepe de Ribera, a Early Baroque Italian work, held at Finnish National Gallery.

Who painted this?
Jusepe de Ribera
When & what style?
1631 · Early Baroque Italian
Where can I see it?
Finnish National Gallery

About this work

The painting depicts a man with a crown of thorns, dressed in a red robe. He holds a staff in his right hand and gazes directly at the viewer. The background is dark, with a subtle gradient of shadows. A closer look reveals the intricate details of the man's face, with a mix of sadness and determination in his expression. The crown of thorns adds a sense of suffering and martyrdom to the overall mood of the painting. The use of chiaroscuro, a technique that emphasizes contrasts between light and dark, creates a dramatic effect and draws the viewer's attention to the subject's face. This painting invites the viewer to explore the work of artist Ribera, Jusepe de.

About the artist

Portrait of Jusepe de Ribera
Artist

Jusepe de Ribera

Jusepe de Ribera (Valencian: ; baptised 17 February 1591 – 3 November 1652) was a Spanish painter and printmaker.

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