Who painted Răstignirea?

Răstignirea was painted by Georg Philippi in 1738.

Where can I see Răstignirea?

Răstignirea is held by The Superior Consistory of the Evangelical Church A.C..

What movement is Răstignirea?

Răstignirea is associated with Baroque.

Artwork

Răstignirea

Georg Philippi , 1738

Răstignirea is an unspecified painting by the Baroque artist Georg Philippi. It dates from 1738 and is held in the collection of The Superior Consistory of the Evangelical Church A.C..

About this work

Overview

Georg Philippi’s 1738 work titled Răstignirea is a painted image preserved in the Museum of Ethnography. The composition is framed by a wooden border that shows signs of age, with chipped paint and faded red detailing. Central to the scene is a stark wooden cross bearing a figure with outstretched arms, set against a pale blue sky and a diminutive village below.

Subject & Meaning

The image depicts the crucifixion, presenting the central figure in a simplified, almost austere manner. The expansive sky and the tiny settlement suggest a universal scope, linking the sacred event to everyday life. The sparse setting invites contemplation of the sacrifice without elaborate narrative distractions, emphasizing the solemnity of the moment.

Technique & Style

Executed in a manner reminiscent of late Baroque sensibilities, the painting employs a limited palette of muted blues, weathered wood tones, and occasional red accents. The carved frame features swirling motifs typical of the period, while the surface shows extensive wear, indicating the work’s long exposure to environmental conditions.

History & Provenance

Created in 1738, Răstignirea entered the collection of the Museum of Ethnography at an unspecified date, where it remains on display. The work’s provenance prior to museum acquisition is not documented, but its preservation within an ethnographic context highlights its cultural relevance beyond purely artistic considerations.

Artist & collection

Artist

Georg Philippi

Georg Philippi’s small painting Răstignirea shows Jesus on the cross against a dark sky, typical of mid-1700s religious art.

Museum

The Superior Consistory of the Evangelical Church A.C.

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