1702
oil
canvas
From the collection of Staatliche Kunstsammlungen Dresden
Christi Himmelfahrt is a 1702 oil by Sebastiano Ricci, a High Baroque Italian work, held at Staatliche Kunstsammlungen Dresden.
This painting depicts a dramatic scene with Jesus rising from the dead. He is shown in mid-air, with his arms outstretched and his robes flowing around him. Below him, a group of men are gathered, some of whom appear to be sleeping or in a state of shock. The scene is set against a dark and ominous background, with clouds and shadows adding to the sense of drama and tension. The use of chiaroscuro, a technique that uses strong contrasts between light and dark, adds depth and emotion to the painting. The artist's use of color and composition creates a sense of movement and energy, drawing the viewer's eye to the central figure of Jesus. If you're interested in learning more about this style of painting, you might want to look into the work of artist Sebastiano Ricci.
Sebastiano Ricci (1 August 1659 – 15 May 1734) was an Italian Baroque painter of the late Baroque period in Venetian painting.
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