Created:
Movement:
1660
Baroque
key Notes:
Memento Mori, Emotional Intensity
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Dimensions:
63 1/4 x 56 1/2 in. (160.7 x 143.5 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas
Difficulty:
Expert
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story of the work:

Juan de Valdés Leal's "Pietà," created in 1660, depicts the Virgin Mary mourning over the dead body of Christ, a theme prevalent in Baroque art that emphasizes emotion and spirituality. The painting is characterized by its dramatic use of light and shadow, typical of the artist's style, and is housed in the Hospital de la Caridad in Seville, Spain.

Description of the work:

Juan de Valdés Leal's "Pietà," created in 1660, depicts the Virgin Mary cradling the lifeless body of Christ, rendered in oil on canvas with a dramatic use of chiaroscuro that enhances the emotional intensity of the scene. The composition is characterized by its rich color palette and intricate detailing, particularly in the expressions and drapery, which convey a profound sense of sorrow and reverence.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Pietà