Artwork

The Mystical Sufferings of Christ

The Mystical Sufferings of Christ, by Unknown, unspecified, 1496
The Mystical Sufferings of Christ, by Unknown, unspecified, 1496

The Mystical Sufferings of Christ is an unspecified painting by Unknown. It dates from 1496 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Ireland.

About this work

Overview

The Mystical Sufferings of Christ is a painting held at the National Gallery of Ireland.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts Christ with wounds on his hands and chest, flanked by two angels holding spears, conveying a somber and contemplative atmosphere.

Technique & Style

The composition features a gaunt Christ figure within a pink enclosure, set against a yellow background with a black rectangle, creating a sense of isolation and solemnity.

Artist & collection

Artist

Unknown

entity whose identity is not known