The Crucifixion (1625)

The Crucifixion (1625) by Hendrick ter Brugghen

The Crucifixion, painted in 1625 by Hendrick ter Brugghen, is a significant work of the Dutch Golden Age, executed in oil on canvas. Ter Brugghen was a leading figure among the Utrecht Caravaggisti, a group of artists influenced by the dramatic chiaroscuro and naturalism of Caravaggio. This painting exemplifies his mastery in capturing emotional intensity and human expression, characteristics that distinguish his work from his contemporaries. The composition of The Crucifixion reflects ter Brugghen's ability to convey the solemnity and pathos of the biblical scene through a balanced use of light and shadow. Historically, this piece contributes to the understanding of how Northern European artists interpreted Italian Baroque influences. Ter Brugghen's work remains a testament to the cross-cultural exchanges that enriched the art of the 17th century.

The Crucifixion (1625) by Hendrick ter Brugghen is an oil on canvas painting that exemplifies the Caravaggisti style, characterized by dramatic use of light and shadow. The artwork, depicting the biblical scene of the crucifixion, is housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York.