Dead Christ Supported by Angels

Francesco Trevisani

Created:
Movement:
1715
Baroque
key Notes:
Baroque spirituality, Emotional pathos
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Dimensions:
51 1/2 x 38 1/4 in. (130.8 x 97.2 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas
Difficulty:
Expert
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Dead Christ Supported by Angels by Francesco Trevisani

Francesco Trevisani (1656–1746) was an Italian Baroque painter known for his religious compositions and refined style. His painting, Dead Christ Supported by Angels, created in 1715, exemplifies his mastery of oil on canvas and his ability to convey deep emotion through religious themes. The work is notable for its delicate portrayal of Christ, supported by angels, which reflects Trevisani's skill in rendering human anatomy and divine figures with grace and sensitivity. This painting contributes to the Baroque tradition by emphasizing dramatic expression and spiritual intensity, characteristics that were highly valued during the period. Trevisani's work was influential in the Roman art scene, where he spent much of his career, and he was a prominent figure among artists who sought to blend classical and Baroque elements. His contributions to religious art have left a lasting impact on the depiction of sacred subjects in European painting.

Description of the work:

"Dead Christ Supported by Angels" by Francesco Trevisani, created in 1715, is an oil on canvas painting that exemplifies the Baroque style with its dramatic use of light and emotional intensity. The artwork depicts the poignant scene of Christ's lifeless body tenderly supported by angels, showcasing Trevisani's skillful rendering of religious themes and human emotion.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Dead Christ Supported by Angels