Artwork
Resurrection of Christ
Resurrection of Christ is an unspecified painting by the Early Renaissance artist Pietro Perugino. It dates from 1492 and is held in the collection of the Bavarian State Painting Collections.
About this work
Overview
Pietro Perugino's 'Resurrection of Christ' is a painting from 1492, characteristic of the early Renaissance. It is part of the Alte Pinakothek's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts the resurrection of Jesus Christ, a pivotal event in Christian theology. The scene shows Christ emerging from a tomb, surrounded by sleeping or cowering soldiers and a kneeling female figure, likely representing the biblical narrative.
Technique & Style
The work showcases Perugino's use of contrasting elements, such as the red cloth worn by Christ against muted background colors, and the detailed armor of the soldiers juxtaposed with the simplicity of the tomb and the woman's dress. The composition is framed by a landscape featuring trees, hills, and a distant city.
Artist & collection
Artist
Pietro Perugino (US: PERR-ə-JEE-noh, -oo-; Italian: ; born Pietro Vannucci or Pietro Vanucci; c.
