Artwork

Christus am Kreuz (Werkstatt)

Christus am Kreuz (Werkstatt), by Joachim von Sandrart the Elder, unspecified, 1647
Christus am Kreuz (Werkstatt), by Joachim von Sandrart the Elder, unspecified, 1647

Christus am Kreuz (Werkstatt) is an unspecified painting by the Early Baroque Italian artist Joachim von Sandrart the Elder. It dates from 1647 and is held in the collection of the Bavarian State Painting Collections.

About this work

Overview

Christus am Kreuz (Werkstatt) is a 1647 religious painting by Joachim von Sandrart the Elder, currently housed at the Alte Pinakothek.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts the Crucifixion, with the central figure of a crucified man wearing a loincloth and crown of thorns. A kneeling woman in a long robe looks up at him, evoking a scene of sorrow and devotion.

Technique & Style

The artist employs strong chiaroscuro, using light on the central figure's body to contrast with a dark background, including a visible crescent moon. This creates depth and emotional intensity, drawing the viewer's focus to the crucified figure.

History & Provenance

Created in 1647, the work is attributed to Joachim von Sandrart the Elder's workshop (Werkstatt), indicating possible collaboration or supervision by the artist.

Context

The painting reflects the religious themes common in 17th-century European art, particularly in the tradition of depicting the Crucifixion with expressive use of light and shadow.

Legacy

While not uniquely innovative, the work exemplifies the enduring influence of Sandrart's style in religious painting of the period, maintained within the collection of the Alte Pinakothek.

Artist & collection