Artwork
The Round Passion: Christ in Gethsemane (Agony in the Garden)
The Round Passion: Christ in Gethsemane (Agony in the Garden) is a print by the Renaissance artist Lucas van Leyden. It dates from 1509 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
The Round Passion: Christ in Gethsemane (Agony in the Garden) is a print created by Lucas van Leyden in 1509. It is a representation of a pivotal biblical scene.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts Christ's anguish in the Garden of Gethsemane, showing him lying on the ground with outstretched arms. A group of men gather around a fire in the background, set against a cityscape. The scene conveys a sense of tension and anxiety.
Technique & Style
The work is framed by a decorative border featuring leaves and flowers. The use of light and shadow creates depth, with background figures cast in shadow. As a skilled printmaker, van Leyden effectively employed these visual elements to convey the scene's emotional intensity.
History & Provenance
Lucas van Leyden was a Dutch painter and printmaker active in the early 16th century. He was among the first Dutch artists to explore genre painting while establishing his reputation as a printmaker.
Artist & collection
Artist
Lucas van Leyden (1494 – 8 August 1533), was a Dutch painter and printmaker in engraving and woodcut. Lucas van Leyden was among the first Dutch exponents of genre painting and was a very accomplished engraver.
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