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Descent from the Cross (oil on canvas)
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Descent from the Cross (oil on canvas)
471261 Descent from the Cross (oil on canvas) by Rubens, Peter Paul (1577-1640) (studio of); 125x92 cm; Koninklijk Museum voor Schone Kunsten, Antwerp, Belgium; © Art in Flanders
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Bare Bowl Bowls Crucifix Crying Dark Descent Grief Grieving Ladder Limp Mary Magdalene Mouring Mournful Nails Shroud Sorrow Weeping Emotions Mourning Sadness Semi Nude
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This print captures the profound emotional depth of Peter Paul Rubens' masterpiece, "Descent from the Cross". The oil on canvas painting, created in the Baroque style, depicts a scene of immense sorrow and grief. In this 125x92 cm artwork housed at the Koninklijk Museum voor Schone Kunsten in Antwerp, Belgium, Rubens portrays Mary Magdalene as she cradles Jesus Christ's lifeless body after his crucifixion. The composition is shrouded in darkness, emphasizing the somber atmosphere surrounding this tragic event. Mary Magdalene's face reveals her deep sadness and despair as tears stream down her cheeks. The male figures carefully lower Jesus from the cross using a ladder while nails lie scattered nearby—a poignant reminder of his suffering. Rubens masterfully conveys intense emotions through skillful brushwork and meticulous attention to detail. The Virgin Mary stands beside Mary Magdalene, her expression filled with mournful anguish. The nudity of some figures adds vulnerability and rawness to their grief-stricken state. With its powerful portrayal of human emotion and religious devotion, this painting continues to resonate with viewers centuries later. This print by Bridgeman Images allows art enthusiasts to appreciate every nuance of Rubens' work—capturing not only its artistic brilliance but also its ability to evoke empathy and contemplation within us all.
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