Christ Carrying the Cross
c. 1515-1517
About this artwork
The painting depicts Christ carrying the cross, surrounded by figures including a Roman soldier, against a dramatic twilight landscape. It is notable for its powerful emotional intensity and strong chiaroscuro, characteristic of the artist's work after his move to Rome.
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Sebastiano del Piombo was a Venetian painter who moved to Rome, where he became close friends with Michelangelo and collaborated with him. This painting showcases his ability to combine Venetian colorito with the Roman emphasis on form and dramatic composition. The powerful rendering of Christ's suffering made it a highly influential image of devotion during the Counter-Reformation.
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Christ Carrying the Cross
Sebastiano del Piombo, c. 1515-1517
