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Altarflügel: Christus am Kreuz, Geißelung und Kreuztragung Christi, Stigmatisierung des hl. Franziskus

Altarflügel: Christus am Kreuz, Geißelung und Kreuztragung Christi, Stigmatisierung des hl. Franziskus is an unspecified painting by the Byzantine icon painting artist Unknown. It dates from 1315 and is held in the collection of the Bavarian State Painting Collections. This tripartite painting depicts a dramatic Christian narrative, divided into three registers.

About this work

Overview

This tripartite painting depicts a dramatic Christian narrative, divided into three registers. The upper section shows the Crucifixion of Christ, the middle the Flagellation and Christ's Bearing of the Cross, and the lower section the Stigmatization of Saint Francis.

Subject & Meaning

The painting explores themes of suffering and devotion, juxtaposing Christ's passion with the mystical experience of Saint Francis, emphasizing the emotional and spiritual resonance of these events.

Technique & Style

The artist employs strong contrasts of light and shadow, characteristic of chiaroscuro, to create a sense of urgency and drama. Figures are defined by bold outlines, with facial expressions conveying intense emotion despite their simplicity.

Context

The work reflects the artist's use of visual drama to convey religious themes, likely intended for a religious or devotional setting given its subject matter and emotive power.

History & Provenance

No specific historical or provenance details are provided for this work, highlighting the need for further attribution or contextual information to understand its creation and ownership history.