The Mocking of Christ

Valentin de Boulogne

Created:
Movement:
1625
Baroque
key Notes:
Dramatic Tenebrism, Christ's Humiliation
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Dimensions:
39 3/8 x 49 1/4 in. (100 x 125 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas
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The Mocking of Christ by Valentin de Boulogne

The Mocking of Christ, painted by Valentin de Boulogne in 1625, is a significant work of Baroque art, executed in oil on canvas. Valentin de Boulogne, a French artist, was heavily influenced by Caravaggio, evident in his use of dramatic chiaroscuro and realistic human figures. This painting exemplifies his mastery in capturing intense emotional expressions and dynamic compositions, contributing to the spread of Caravaggism beyond Italy. Valentin's work is noted for its psychological depth and the ability to convey complex narratives through a single scene. Historically, this painting reflects the Counter-Reformation's emphasis on emotional engagement and religious devotion. Valentin de Boulogne's contributions to Baroque art were substantial, although his career was tragically cut short by his untimely death in 1632.

Description of the work:

The Mocking of Christ by Valentin de Boulogne

Created in 1625, "The Mocking of Christ" by Valentin de Boulogne is an oil on canvas painting that exemplifies the Baroque style with its dramatic use of chiaroscuro and emotional intensity. The artwork, depicting the biblical scene of Christ being mocked, is housed in the Musée du Louvre in Paris.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum

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The Mocking of Christ