Who painted Christ and the Woman of Samaria?

Christ and the Woman of Samaria was painted by Pietro Perugino in 1506.

Where can I see Christ and the Woman of Samaria?

Christ and the Woman of Samaria is held by Art Institute of Chicago.

What movement is Christ and the Woman of Samaria?

Christ and the Woman of Samaria is associated with High Renaissance.

Artwork

Christ and the Woman of Samaria

Pietro Perugino , 1506

Christ and the Woman of Samaria is a tempera painting by the High Renaissance artist Pietro Perugino. It dates from 1506 and is held in the collection of the Art Institute of Chicago.

About this work

Overview

Christ and the Woman of Samaria is a tempera painting created by Pietro Perugino in 1506. It is a representative work of the High Renaissance period, held in the Art Institute of Chicago.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a biblical scene where Jesus encounters a Samaritan woman at a well. The figures are set against a serene landscape with rolling hills and a blue sky, while other people engage in various activities in the background.

Technique & Style

Perugino's use of tempera achieves a sense of depth and texture, guiding the viewer's attention to the central figures. The composition is balanced around the well, which serves as a focal point uniting Jesus and the woman.