Artwork
Christ before Pilate
Christ before Pilate is an unspecified painting by Paolo da Caylina il Giovane. It dates from 1525 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Fine Arts Boston.
About this work
Overview
Christ before Pilate is a painting by Paolo da Caylina il Giovane, created around 1525. It is now held at the Museum of Fine Arts Boston.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a scene from the Passion of Christ, showing him surrounded by several figures, including one holding a rope tied to Christ's wrists and another holding a plate. Christ is dressed in a white loincloth.
Technique & Style
The artist's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and drama, emphasizing Christ's figure against a dark and muted background. The technique draws attention to the central figure.
History & Provenance
The painting was created circa 1525 by Paolo da Caylina il Giovane.
Artist & collection
Artist
Paolo da Caylina il Giovane (1485–1545) was an artist, born in Brescia.
Carrying the Cross
The Bearing of the Cross
Votivtafel des Johann von Ehingen-Neuneck
Kreuztragung Christi (Kopie nach)
Kruisdraging
The Carrying of the Cross
Christ, carrying the Cross, meets Veronica
Christ carrying the cross
The carrying of the cross
Crucifixion of Christ
Martyrdom of Saint Bartholomew![The High Priest before Pilate [verso], by German 16th Century](https://artifactworldgallery.com/img/german-16th-century--the-high-priest-before-pilate-verso--0e55f00eccfecd8d-w320.webp)
The High Priest before Pilate [verso]