Christ Bearing the Cross

Created:
Movement:
1475
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Dimensions:
42 3/8 x 32 3/8 in. (107.6 x 82.2 cm)
medium:
Oil on wood
Difficulty:
Expert
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story of the work:

"Christ Bearing the Cross" is a work attributed to an unknown North Netherlandish painter from Bruges, created in 1475, which reflects the late Gothic style characterized by its emotional intensity and detailed realism. The painting depicts Christ in a moment of suffering as he carries the cross, a common theme in Christian art that emphasizes themes of sacrifice and redemption.

Description of the work:

"Christ Bearing the Cross" by the North Netherlandish painter, created in 1475, depicts Christ in a moment of profound suffering as he carries the cross, characterized by meticulous attention to detail and a somber color palette. The composition emphasizes the emotional weight of the scene through the expressive rendering of Christ's figure and the surrounding figures, all executed in oil on wood, showcasing the artist's skill in conveying both physical and spiritual anguish.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Christ Bearing the Cross