Polycrates' Crucifixion
1664
oil
From the collection of Art Institute of Chicago
1664
oil
From the collection of Art Institute of Chicago
You see a dramatic scene of a man being crucified on a rocky cliff. This painting is interesting because it shows a dark and eerie mood. The artist used intense light and dark contrasts to create this feeling. Check out the technique of chiaroscuro to learn more about how artists use light and dark to create mood in their paintings.
