Artwork
Christ and the Woman of Samaria
Christ and the Woman of Samaria is an oil painting by the Early Baroque Italian artist Lorenzo Lippi. It dates from 1644 and is held in the collection of the Kunsthistorisches Museum.
About this work
Overview
Christ and the Woman of Samaria is a 1644 oil painting by Lorenzo Lippi, held at the Kunsthistorisches Museum.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a biblical scene: Christ, haloed and robed in blue, sits on a rock beside a woman in a white and gold dress, who holds a large clay jar. A child reaches toward Christ's hand, adding a sense of innocence to the encounter.
Technique & Style
The artist's use of chiaroscuro, a strong contrast between light and dark, creates a sense of depth and volume. Shadows accentuate the folds of Christ's robe, giving it a soft, tactile appearance.
Context
The scene is set against a blurred landscape, with trees and a distant sky, focusing the viewer's attention on the figures. The woman's dress includes a red sash with an unusual symbol, potentially adding a layer of meaning to the biblical narrative.
Artist & collection
Christ and the Woman of Samaria
Christ and the Woman of Samaria
Christ and the Woman of Samaria
Christ and the Woman of Samaria
Christ and the Woman of Samaria
Christ and the Woman of Samaria
Christ and the Woman of Samaria
Christ and the Samaritan woman
Christ and the Woman of Samaria
Christ and the Woman of Samaria