Jesus' Crucifixion In Art

The symbol of Christ on the cross has infiltrated culture in innumerable ways, and depictions have become ubiquitous. There is no other subject matter that better reflects the historical progression of artistic expression. This is fitting, as there is no other event that has had comparable effect on all aspects of human history.

"The Crucifixion"
Artist: Tintoretto
 1565
  Painting

This oil on canvas painting of Christ's crucifixion by Jacopo Tintoretto  (1519–1594) measures: height: 518 cm (16.9 ft)  width: 1,224 cm (13.3 yd). 

"Crucifixion"
Artist: Leonard Limousin
 1570
  Painting

The ancient and medieval technique of enameling, whereby a vitreous substance colored with minerals is fused to a metal surface, was revived around 1520 in the French city of Limoges. Some Limoges enamellers, including Léonard Limousin and Colin Nouailher, employed bright colors and metallic foils to create dramatic scenes filled with intricate details of daily life.

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