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The Descent from the Cross, 1704-10
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The Descent from the Cross, 1704-10
BOO73454 The Descent from the Cross, 1704-10 by Jouvenet, Jean-Baptiste (1644-1717); 98x62 cm; State Hermitage Museum, St. Petersburg, Russia; French, out of copyright
Media ID 22345334
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Arimathie Crucifixion Deposition Joseph Nicodeme Nicodemus Shroud Weeping Arimathaea
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The Descent from the Cross, 1704-10
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by Jean-Baptiste Jouvenet is a captivating masterpiece that captures the emotional intensity of one of Christianity's most significant moments. This print beautifully showcases the original painting housed in the State Hermitage Museum in St. Petersburg, Russia. In this poignant scene, we witness the sorrowful moment when Jesus Christ's lifeless body is being taken down from the cross after his crucifixion. The Virgin Mary stands at the center, her face etched with grief as she cradles her son for one last time. Surrounding them are figures like Joseph of Arimathea and Nicodemus, who tenderly support Christ's body while carefully removing him from his torturous fate. Jouvenet masterfully conveys a sense of profound mourning through his meticulous brushwork and use of light and shadow. The drapery surrounding Christ's body adds to the solemnity of the scene, emphasizing both his divinity and humanity simultaneously. This artwork serves as a powerful reminder of sacrifice and redemption, evoking strong emotions within viewers as they contemplate its spiritual significance. Through "The Descent from the Cross". Jouvenet invites us to reflect on our own faith and mortality while paying homage to an event that forever changed human history. As we gaze upon this remarkable print by Bridgeman Images, we become witnesses to a timeless moment captured with unparalleled skill and sensitivity by Jean-Baptiste Jouvenet over three centuries
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