Cristo crocifisso tra i due ladroni (Le tre croci)

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
Datazione
1653
Tipologia
Stampa
Tecnica
Puntasecca su carta vergata
Dimensioni
sheet (trimmed to plate mark): 39 × 45,5 cm
Collezione
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licenza
Pubblico dominio, CC0

Descrizione dell’immagine

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