Cristo crucificado entre los dos ladrones (Las tres cruces)

Rembrandt van Rijn, 1653

The image shows a crucifixion scene with a central figure on a cross, surrounded by various figures on the ground including some on horses, with a crowd gathered around. The drawing is in the style of Rembrandt, featuring intense light and shadow to emphasize the central figure and create depth. Lines radiate from the center, suggesting movement and drama within the composition. Dark, shaded areas surround the central scene, focusing the viewer's attention on the highlighted figures and significant activity occurring around them.
Artista
Rembrandt van Rijn
Fecha
1653
Tipo
Estampa
Técnica
Punta seca sobre papel verjurado
Medidas
sheet (trimmed to plate mark): 39 × 45,5 cm
Colección
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licencia
Dominio público, CC0

Descripción de la imagen

The image shows a crucifixion scene with a central figure on a cross, surrounded by various figures on the ground including some on horses, with a crowd gathered around. The drawing is in the style of Rembrandt, featuring intense light and shadow to emphasize the central figure and create depth. Lines radiate from the center, suggesting movement and drama within the composition. Dark, shaded areas surround the central scene, focusing the viewer's attention on the highlighted figures and significant activity occurring around them.

Rembrandt van Rijn