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Christ on the Way to Calvary, c.1655-c.1660. Creator: Jacob Jordaens
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Christ on the Way to Calvary, c.1655-c.1660. Creator: Jacob Jordaens
Christ on the Way to Calvary, c.1655-c.1660
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This powerful and emotive oil painting, titled "Christ on the Way to Calvary" by Jacob Jordaens, dates back to the 17th century, specifically the Dutch Golden Age. The scene depicts Jesus Christ, accompanied by the Virgin Mary and the Apostle John, as they make their way to Calvary, the site of His crucifixion. The fallen Christ, with a heavy cross on His shoulders, appears exhausted and in deep prayer, while Mary and John offer Him support and comfort. The colors and tones used by Jordaens evoke a sense of sorrow and contemplation, with the muted browns and grays contrasting sharply with the vibrant reds and whites of the crosses and the robes of the figures. The painting is a poignant reminder of the Passion of Christ, a central theme in Christian theology and a significant concept during the Dutch Golden Age, when religious art flourished. The painting is now part of the heritage of the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, and is a testament to the enduring legacy of Jordaens and the artistic traditions of the Low Countries during this period.
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