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 Resurrected Christ"
Artist: Bramantino
c. 1490
Painting

This panel depicting The Resurrected Christ was formerly in the collection of the Pusterla della Porta family in Milan, where it is recorded from 1590 until the first quarter of the 20th century. It was acquired for the Thyssen-Bornemisza collection in 1937. This painting is also known as The Risen Christ. It is mixed media on panel and measures 109 x 73 cm. It is housed in the Museo Nacional Thyssen-Bornemisza, Madrid.

"Christ Carrying the Cross"
Artist: Titian
c. 1560
Painting

The artwork depicts a powerful and emotive scene of Christ laboring under the weight of the cross he is carrying.

This painting is oil on canvas and measures 98 x 116 cm. It is housed in the Museo del Prado, Madrid, Spain

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