Artwork
Christ's Arrest
Christ's Arrest is a wood painting by the Northern Renaissance artist Lucas Cranach the Elder. It dates from 1538 and is held in the collection of the Kunsthistorisches Museum.
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Overview
Christ's Arrest is a painting on larch wood created by Lucas Cranach the Elder in 1538. It is now held at the Kunsthistorisches Museum.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts the arrest of Jesus, showing him surrounded by a group of men, including Judas, who is kissing him. Jesus wears a yellow robe and gestures with his hands, while others are armed with swords and spears.
Technique & Style
The scene is set against a dark background, with figures lit by a lantern, creating a dramatic effect through chiaroscuro. The palette is muted, dominated by shades of brown and gray, which adds to the somber mood.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Lucas Cranach the Elder was a German Renaissance painter and printmaker in woodcut and engraving.
