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The Crucifixion, c. 1340 / 1345. Creator: Paolo Veneziano
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The Crucifixion, c. 1340 / 1345. Creator: Paolo Veneziano
The Crucifixion, c. 1340/1345
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Altarpiece Angels Bleeding Blood City Walls Collapsing Collecting Cross Crosses Crucified Crucifixion Dying Fainting Gold Leaf Grief Grieving Jerusalem Mary Magdalen Mary Magdalene Old Master Skull Stigmata Suffering Tempera On Panel Touching Town Wall Walled City Walled Town Walls Crenellated Crenellation Fourteenth Century Nakedness Nudity Paolo Veneziano Parenting Tempera
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This print showcases Paolo Veneziano's masterpiece, "The Crucifixion" created between 1340 and 1345. The altarpiece transports viewers to the heart of a medieval city, with its towering walls and crenellated architecture serving as a backdrop for this profound religious scene. At the center of the composition, Jesus Christ is depicted on the cross, his body bleeding and lifeless. Surrounding him are grieving figures - Mary Magdalene in anguish, her face filled with grief; the Virgin Mary fainting in sorrow; and a group of soldiers witnessing this momentous event. Veneziano's meticulous attention to detail is evident in every brushstroke. The use of gold leaf adds an ethereal glow to the painting, emphasizing its sacred nature. The artist skillfully captures human emotion through subtle nuances in facial expressions and body language. "The Crucifixion" serves as a powerful reminder of Christ's sacrifice and holds deep significance within Christian theology. It invites contemplation on themes such as redemption, faith, and mortality. Displayed at the National Gallery of Art in Washington D. C. , this old master painting stands as a testament to Veneziano's artistic prowess during the fourteenth century. Its timeless beauty continues to captivate audiences today, allowing us to connect with our heritage while exploring universal concepts that transcend time and place.
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