Artwork

The Crucifixion

The Crucifixion, by Naddo Ceccarelli, unspecified, 1343
The Crucifixion, by Naddo Ceccarelli, unspecified, 1343

The Crucifixion is an unspecified painting by Naddo Ceccarelli. It dates from 1343 and is held in the collection of the Fitzwilliam Museum.

About this work

Overview

The Crucifixion is a painting by Naddo Ceccarelli, created around 1343. It is a religious work depicting the crucifixion of Jesus Christ and is now held at the Fitzwilliam Museum.

Subject & Meaning

The painting centers on Jesus Christ on the cross, flanked by two figures in reverent postures. The scene is set within a pointed archway, adorned with carvings and a figure at its apex, emphasizing the solemnity of the event.

Technique & Style

The artist employs a muted color palette dominated by shades of brown and gold, creating an atmosphere of devotion. The use of chiaroscuro, a technique that utilizes strong contrasts between light and dark, is evident in the work, though not explicitly noted as a characteristic of the artist's style.

Artist & collection

Artist

Naddo Ceccarelli

Naddo Ceccarelli (1320–1347) was an artist, born in Siena.

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