Artwork

The Infant Christ with the Instruments of the Passion

The Infant Christ with the Instruments of the Passion, by Unknown, oil, 1610
The Infant Christ with the Instruments of the Passion, by Unknown, oil, 1610

The Infant Christ with the Instruments of the Passion is an oil painting by the Early Baroque Italian artist Unknown. It dates from 1610 and is held in the collection of the Ashmolean Museum.

About this work

Overview

The Infant Christ with the Instruments of the Passion is a copper painting depicting a young Christ figure in contemplation. It is held at the Ashmolean Museum.

Subject & Meaning

The painting shows the Infant Christ sitting on a large cross, holding a crown of thorns and a nail, symbols of his future Passion. His calm demeanor and downward gaze convey a sense of quiet reflection.

Technique & Style

The work features a serene landscape with trees and a blue sky in the background, contrasting with the prominent cross and instruments of the Passion in the foreground.

Artist & collection

Artist

Unknown

entity whose identity is not known

Ashmolean Museum

Museum

Ashmolean Museum

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