Who painted Christ Sitting on His Tomb with One Angel?

Christ Sitting on His Tomb with One Angel was painted by German 15th Century in 1475.

Where can I see Christ Sitting on His Tomb with One Angel?

Christ Sitting on His Tomb with One Angel is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Christ Sitting on His Tomb with One Angel?

Christ Sitting on His Tomb with One Angel is associated with Renaissance.

Artwork

Christ Sitting on His Tomb with One Angel

German 15th Century , 1475

Christ Sitting on His Tomb with One Angel is an ink print by the Renaissance artist German 15th Century. It dates from 1475 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Christ Sitting on His Tomb with One Angel is a hand-colored woodcut print depicting a kneeling figure with a halo alongside a robed angel.

Subject & Meaning

The image shows a half-naked man, identified as Christ, kneeling on a rocky surface with an angel standing beside him, holding a staff. The scene likely represents a moment related to Christ's entombment or resurrection.

Technique & Style

The print is created using the woodcut technique, with hand-coloring in carmine red and green. The coloring is subtle, with soft reds and greens used for the figures' clothing and flesh. The background is simplified, with basic shapes representing stone and trees.