The Descent from the Cross
c. 1560
About this artwork
This oil painting depicts the biblical scene of Christ's body being lowered from the cross after the crucifixion. Several figures, including Joseph of Arimathea and Nicodemus, assist in the somber task, while others mourn below.
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The Descent from the Cross, also known as the Deposition, is a poignant biblical event often depicted in Christian art. Tintoretto, a master of Venetian Mannerism, utilized dramatic lighting, contorted figures, and a dynamic composition to intensify the emotional impact of this tragic scene, creating a sense of sorrow and movement that was characteristic of his innovative style.
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The Descent from the Cross
Jacopo Tintoretto, c. 1560
