Who painted Christ on the Cross?

Christ on the Cross was painted by Unknown in 1550.

Where can I see Christ on the Cross?

Christ on the Cross is held by Statens Museum for Kunst.

Artwork

Christ on the Cross

Christ on the Cross is a photography by Unknown. It dates from 1550 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst.

About this work

Overview

Christ on the Cross is a painting depicting the crucifixion of Jesus Christ, created around 1550. It is currently housed at the Museum of Ethnography.

Subject & Meaning

The painting shows Jesus nailed to a cross, with a cityscape and a skull below, symbolizing the site of his crucifixion. The letters 'INRI' at the top of the cross refer to a Latin inscription commonly used in such depictions.

Technique & Style

The artist employs chiaroscuro, a strong contrast between light and dark, to emphasize Jesus' figure against the dark background.