Who painted Christ in Gethsemane?

Christ in Gethsemane was painted by Zanguidi, called Bertoia, Jacopo in 1564.

Where can I see Christ in Gethsemane?

Christ in Gethsemane is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Christ in Gethsemane?

Christ in Gethsemane is associated with Renaissance.

Artwork

Christ in Gethsemane

Zanguidi, called Bertoia, Jacopo , 1564

Christ in Gethsemane is a chalk drawing by the Renaissance artist Zanguidi, called Bertoia, Jacopo. It dates from 1564 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Christ in Gethsemane is a drawing created by Jacopo Bertoia around 1564. It depicts a pivotal moment in a nocturnal garden scene.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing captures Jesus praying in Gethsemane, with three sleeping disciples nearby. The tense atmosphere is heightened by the dark setting and twisted branches above.

Technique & Style

Executed in pen and brown ink, black chalk, brown wash, and white gouache on green-blue paper, the work employs a characteristic Renaissance sketch style. Soft brown ink and white highlights create depth, while the colored paper subtly enhances the figures.

Context

The use of gouache, an opaque watercolor technique, achieves a matte effect typical of the medium.