The Resurrected Christ
1480 Detroit Institute of Arts
About this artwork
This tempera on panel painting depicts Christ with a crown of thorns and stigmata. It is attributed to the Italian Renaissance master Sandro Botticelli, painted around 1480.
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Botticelli, renowned for his graceful Madonnas and mythological scenes like 'The Birth of Venus', also created profound religious works. This poignant depiction of Christ highlights the human aspect of his suffering, a characteristic increasingly explored by Renaissance artists who sought to evoke empathy in viewers. The meticulous detail and emotional depth are hallmarks of Botticelli's mature style.
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The Resurrected Christ
Sandro Botticelli, 1480
