Who painted Plângerea lui Iisus (Prohodul)?

Plângerea lui Iisus (Prohodul) was painted by Unknown in 1850.

Where can I see Plângerea lui Iisus (Prohodul)?

Plângerea lui Iisus (Prohodul) is held by Romanian Peasant Museum.

Artwork

Plângerea lui Iisus (Prohodul)

Plângerea lui Iisus (Prohodul) is a drawing by Unknown. It dates from 1850 and is held in the collection of the Romanian Peasant Museum.

About this work

Overview

The work titled Plângerea lui Iisus (Prohodul) is an image‑based painting in the collection of the Museum of Ethnography. It depicts a group of three figures in orange garments positioned behind a central, haloed figure lying on a cloth. The composition is set against a yellow field with a dark blue shape behind the group and an orange cross topped by two vertical sticks.

Subject & Meaning

The central figure, wrapped in white and crowned with a halo, appears to be a representation of the dead Christ, his head supported by a pillow. The three surrounding figures, also haloed, join their hands in prayerful gesture, suggesting a scene of mourning or vigil.

Technique & Style

The painting employs a simple, flat color palette dominated by orange, yellow, and blue, with decorative orange and black floral motifs framing the edges. The figures are rendered without detailed modeling, emphasizing symbolic color and form over naturalistic representation.

History & Provenance

The piece is currently housed in the Museum of Ethnography, which lists it under the title Plângerea lui Iisus (Prohodul). No further information on its creation date, artist, or prior ownership is provided in the available records.