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Calvary, 1649 (oil on oak wood)
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Calvary, 1649 (oil on oak wood)
3597122 Calvary, 1649 (oil on oak wood) by Flinck, Govaert (1615-60); 119x90 cm; Kunstmuseum, Basel, Switzerland; Dutch, out of copyright
Media ID 23153112
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Agony Calvary Chiaroscuro Crown Of Thorns Crucified Crucifix Crucifixion Crucify Dark Darkness Despair Dutch Golden Age Golden Golgotha Grief Grieving King Of The Jews Mary Magdalene Mourners Nailed Nails Pain Passion Pathos Robbers Shade Shadow Suffering Testament Wounds Govert Flinck Mourning
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This print of "Calvary, 1649" by Govert Flinck takes us back to the Dutch Golden Age, immersing us in a world of religious devotion and profound emotion. The painting, executed with oil on oak wood, showcases Flinck's mastery of chiaroscuro technique as he skillfully plays with light and shadow. At first glance, we are drawn to the central figure of Jesus Christ on the cross, his body bearing wounds from the nails and crown of thorns. Surrounding him are mourners filled with grief and despair – Mary Magdalene stands at the foot of the cross, her face etched with pain while clutching onto her heart. The golden hues that envelop this scene add an ethereal quality to their suffering. The landscape itself seems to mirror their agony; darkness pervades Golgotha as if mourning alongside them. In this dramatic portrayal of Calvary, Flinck captures not only physical suffering but also spiritual anguish. As we delve deeper into this powerful image, we can appreciate its rich symbolism: the crucifixion representing redemption and sacrifice; Mary personifying motherly love amidst unbearable loss; and saints witnessing this pivotal moment in Christianity's narrative. Flinck's "Calvary" is a testament to his artistic prowess during a time when religion played a significant role in society. This print allows us to reflect upon our own beliefs while appreciating both the technical brilliance and emotional depth captured within it.
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