Artwork

Christ in the Storm

Christ in the Storm, by Heinrich Jansen, oil, 1650
Christ in the Storm, by Heinrich Jansen, oil, 1650

Christ in the Storm is an oil painting by the Baroque artist Heinrich Jansen. It dates from 1650 and is held in the collection of the Art Institute of Chicago.

About this work

Overview

Christ in the Storm, an oil on panel painting by Heinrich Jansen, dates to circa 1650 and is part of the collection at the Art Institute of Chicago.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a dramatic biblical scene of Jesus and his disciples navigating a turbulent storm in a boat, conveying the emotional intensity of the moment.

Technique & Style

Jansen employed a predominantly dark color palette to evoke the storm's turmoil, utilizing chiaroscuro to create strong contrasts of light and dark, effectively capturing movement and emotional depth.

History & Provenance

Created around 1650, the work's provenance is documented as being held in the collection of the Art Institute of Chicago, though earlier ownership details are not provided here.

Artist & collection

Artist

Heinrich Jansen

Heinrich Jansen (1625–1667) was a Danish artist, born in Flensburg.