Artwork
Monogram of Christ combined with Instruments of the Passion
Monogram of Christ combined with Instruments of the Passion is an oil painting by the Mannerist artist Unknown. It dates from 1560 and is held in the collection of the Rijksmuseum.
About this work
Overview
This oil painting depicts a densely detailed crucifixion scene, featuring a central figure on the cross surrounded by various symbolic elements and figures.
Subject & Meaning
The painting includes a crucified Christ with a crown of thorns, flanked by small portraits of men, likely donors or witnesses, and accompanied by a mourning woman and a kneeling figure. Corner figures hold objects associated with the Passion.
Technique & Style
The artist employs chiaroscuro and a gold-leaf background to create sharp contrasts between light and dark, making the figures stand out. The use of small portraits within the cross's frame adds a unique layer of detail.
Artist & collection
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