Artwork

Îngroparea lui Iisus

Îngroparea lui Iisus, by Unknown, 1850
Îngroparea lui Iisus, by Unknown, 1850

Îngroparea lui Iisus is a drawing by Unknown. It dates from 1850 and is held in the collection of the Maramureș Village Museum. This painting depicts a serene burial scene.

About this work

Overview

This painting depicts a serene burial scene. Three figures in bright red robes with gold halos stand calmly over a pale, wrapped body with arms crossed, set against a blue sky with red flowers and a building topped with a cross.

Subject & Meaning

The scene likely represents the burial of Jesus (Îngroparea lui Iisus), with the cross-adorned building and wrapped body as key narrative elements. The standing figures, with their simple, serene expressions and folded hands, are probably mourners or witnesses.

Technique & Style

The artwork features bold, vibrant colors (notably red robes and a blue sky) contrasted with the pale body. The style is characterized by simplicity in facial expressions and postures, emphasizing calmness.

Context

The inclusion of gold halos and a cross indicates the work's religious theme, aligning with traditional representations in religious art where such symbols denote sanctity and sacrifice.

Artist & collection

Artist

Unknown

entity whose identity is not known