Who painted The Agony in the Garden?

The Agony in the Garden was painted by German 15th Century in 1490.

Where can I see The Agony in the Garden?

The Agony in the Garden is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is The Agony in the Garden?

The Agony in the Garden is associated with Renaissance.

Artwork

The Agony in the Garden

German 15th Century , 1490

The Agony in the Garden is an ink print by the Renaissance artist German 15th Century. It dates from 1490 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

The Agony in the Garden is a hand-colored woodcut print depicting a nighttime scene in a garden.

Subject & Meaning

The image shows three figures: one praying, another standing nearby, and a third seated on the ground, all with a sense of tension and reverence. The halos and moonlight suggest a sacred moment.

Technique & Style

The artist employed bold colors and simple forms to convey emotion, using sharp lines to accentuate the praying figure's distress.