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Christ Crucified, expiring
Christ Crucified, expiring by ZURBARAN, Francisco de (1598-1664). Baroque art. Oil on canvas. Proc: SPAIN. Sevilla. Capuchin
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1598 1664 Baroque Capuchin Christ Crucified Francisco Proc Sevilla Zurbaran Aisa
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This striking and poignant work of art, titled "Christ Crucified, Expiring" by the renowned Spanish Baroque painter Francisco de Zurbarán, captures the profound depth and emotion of the final moments of Christ's crucifixion. Painted in oil on canvas, this masterpiece was created during Zurbarán's most productive period in Sevilla, Spain, around the year 1650. The Capuchin friars, known for their austere lifestyle and devotion to the Passion of Christ, were the patrons of this powerful and evocative image. Zurbarán's use of chiaroscuro, or strong contrasts between light and dark, heightens the sense of drama and intensity in the scene. The lifelike representation of Christ's body, with its weary and exhausted expression, conveys the immense weight of his sacrifice. The historical significance of this painting lies in its role as a visual representation of the Capuchin order's devotion to the Passion of Christ. The Capuchins were known for their penitential practices, which included the public display of crucifixes and the wearing of robes adorned with images of the crucified Christ. This painting would have served as a powerful reminder of the suffering and sacrifice endured by Christ for the salvation of humanity. The intricacies of Zurbarán's brushwork and the rich, earthy tones of the painting transport the viewer to a bygone era, offering a glimpse into the deeply spiritual world of the Capuchin friars and the Baroque art of 17th-century Spain.
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