The Crucifixion with the Virgin and Saint John
The Met
Artist: Hendrick ter Brugghen(Dutch, The Hague? 1588–1629 Utrecht)
Date: ca. 1624–25
Department: European Paintings
Classification: Paintings
Medium: Oil on canvas
Dimensions: 61 in. × 40 1/4 in. (154.9 × 102.2 cm)
Credit Line: Funds from various donors, 1956
Visual Descriptions
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Brief Description
A pale figure on a dark cross, with two robed figures below and a skull
Detailed Description
A vertical painting depicts a pale figure on a dark wooden cross in the center, set against a dark, muted background. The figure, appearing emaciated, has dark hair and a beard. A crown of thorns rests on the head, and blood drips from the hands, feet, and side. A white loincloth covers the lower body. Above the figure's head, a white scroll with "INRI" in black letters is attached to the cross. At the base of the cross, a human skull and several bones are visible on the ground. To the left of the cross, a figure, likely female, stands looking up at the figure on the cross. This figure wears a light purple robe and a dark brown cloak draped over the shoulders and head, covering the hair. The hands are clasped together at chest level. To the right of the cross, a figure, likely male, stands, also looking up. This figure wears a dark green tunic and a bright red cloak draped over the left shoulder and arm. The hands are clasped together at waist level. The background is a dark, almost black, sky with faint, scattered white dots, suggesting stars. The figures are illuminated against the dark background.
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