Bible Artwork

Annibale Carracci Descent from the Cross

Annibale Carracci  ·  1600
Annibale Carracci Descent from the Cross
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About This Artwork

Oil painting c.1580–1600 by Annibale Carracci depicting Joseph of Arimathea and Nicodemus taking Christ down from the cross after his crucifixion. The painting was acquired in Italy c1788 by a churchwarden of the former St Peter's Church in Manchester. After the church was demolished in 1907, the painting was was removed and now hangs in nearby St Ann's Church.

Artwork Details

Artist
Annibale Carracci
Collection
Biblical Works
Date
1600
Artwork Type
Painting
Primary Figure
Saint_Peter

Source and Credit

Source: Wikimedia Commons
Credit: Photograph of a painting hanging on display
License: Public domain