Artwork
The carrying of the cross
The carrying of the cross is an oil painting by the Early Renaissance artist Unknown. It dates from 1496 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon.
About this work
Overview
The Carrying of the Cross is an oil painting depicting a group of figures transporting a large wooden cross along a dirt path.
Subject & Meaning
The scene shows individuals in colorful attire, some gazing up at the cross while others look down, conveying a sense of effort and focus as they navigate the rugged terrain.
Technique & Style
The painting showcases vivid colors and detailed textures achieved through the use of oil paint, highlighting the artist's skill in capturing the physicality of the scene.
History & Provenance
The painting is housed at the Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon.
Artist & collection
Domestic Scene
Giacomo and Cardinal Marco, investing Andrea, Abbot of San Zeno, with his Benefice
The Nymph of Fontainebleau
Portrait of a Woman
Madonna and Child with Saints in the Enclosed Garden
Venus and Minerva
Family Group of Four on Sofa
Wall painting from Room H of the Villa of P. Fannius Synistor at Boscoreale
