Artwork

Christ Teaching the Disciples

Christ Teaching the Disciples, by Unknown, tempera, 1700
Christ Teaching the Disciples, by Unknown, tempera, 1700

Christ Teaching the Disciples is a tempera painting by the Spanish Baroque Tenebrist artist Unknown. It dates from 1700 and is held in the collection of the Walters Art Museum.

About this work

Overview

Christ Teaching the Disciples is a tempera painting that depicts the biblical scene of Jesus addressing his followers. Executed in the traditional egg‑tempera medium, the work presents a narrative composition centered on the figure of Christ and the attentive disciples gathered around him.

Technique & Style

The artist employed tempera, a fast‑drying medium made from pigment mixed with a binding agent such as egg yolk. This technique yields a matte surface and allows for precise, layered brushwork, resulting in clear outlines and subtle tonal variations that emphasize the solemn atmosphere of the teaching moment.

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Artist & collection

Artist

Unknown

entity whose identity is not known

This work is in the public domain (CC0). Image source: Walters Art Museum open access. Spotted an error in this record? Tell us.

Frequently asked questions

Who painted Christ Teaching the Disciples?

Christ Teaching the Disciples was painted by Unknown in 1700.

Where can I see Christ Teaching the Disciples?

Christ Teaching the Disciples is held by Walters Art Museum.

What movement is Christ Teaching the Disciples?

Christ Teaching the Disciples is associated with Spanish Baroque Tenebrist.