Artwork
The Resurrection
The Resurrection is an oil painting. It dates from 1500 and is held in the collection of the Cook collection.
About this work
Technique & Style
The composition centers on the figure of Christ, emphasizing a dramatic, upward movement that characterizes the narrative of the Resurrection.
The Resurrection is an oil painting executed on a wooden panel, as indicated by its classification as a painting and the recorded material of oil paint and panel. The work measures approximately 78.7 cm in height and 63.2 cm in width and was created in the year 1500, placing it within the early Renaissance period. It belongs to the religious genre, depicting the Resurrection of Jesus accompanied by a soldier bearing a shield.
The composition centers on the figure of Christ, emphasizing a dramatic, upward movement that characterizes the narrative of the Resurrection.
History & Provenance
The Resurrection is an oil-on-panel work dated to 1500, attributed to a Spanish (Aragonese) painter. The painting entered the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art and is associated with the Cook collection. It is currently held at the Metropolitan Museum of Art and has been documented in connection with Doughty House, a known repository associated with the Cook collection of Spanish Old Master paintings.
The sources do not provide further details regarding the original commission, early ownership, or specific creation circumstances surrounding the work.
Overview
The oil painting titled "The Resurrection" illustrates the biblical narrative of Jesus Christ's emergence from his tomb. The artwork presents a tranquil scene, where the central figure of Jesus is prominently featured, encircled by four soldiers. The deliberate composition and color palette contribute to an overarching sense of serenity, effectively drawing the viewer's attention to the resurrected Christ. This piece offers a detailed visual interpretation of a significant event in Christian theology.
Subject & Meaning
The painting portrays Jesus Christ ascending from his burial site, dressed in a white robe. He holds a red staff, adorned with a white flag featuring a red cross, in his right hand, while his left arm is gently bent. His feet are depicted bare.
Surrounding the tomb are four armored soldiers, one seated on the ground and another leaning against the structure. The background includes a yellow sky, distant trees, and hills, creating a calm and contemplative setting for the miraculous event.
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