Artwork
Triptych of the Pietà, St John and St Mary Magdalene
Triptych of the Pietà, St John and St Mary Magdalene is an unspecified painting by the Mannerist artist Luis de Morales. It dates from 1567 and is held in the collection of the Museo del Prado.
About this work
Overview
The Triptych of the Pietà, St John and St Mary Magdalene is a 1567 painting by Luis de Morales, a Spanish artist known for his devotional works.
Subject & Meaning
The triptych depicts three figures associated with the Passion of Christ: St John, the Virgin Mary cradling Christ's body, and St Mary Magdalene. Their expressions and gestures convey emotional intensity.
Technique & Style
Morales employs chiaroscuro, using a dark background and soft lighting to emphasize the figures' faces and emotions. The painting's intimate, shadowy atmosphere is characteristic of the mannerist style.
History & Provenance
Created during the Spanish Renaissance, the triptych is now held in the Museo del Prado's collection.
Artist & collection
Artist
Luis de Morales (1509 – 9 May 1586) was a Spanish painter active during the Spanish Renaissance in the 16th century.
