Christ crucified. Spanish School. 17th century.

Descriptio Oil on canvas. Dimensions 93 × 61 cm. Christ appears nailed to a wooden cross, isolated against a stormy sky that accentuates the drama of the scene. The anatomy is carefully modeled, highlighting the tension of the muscles and the slump of the lifeless body. The moon and the partial eclipse in the background reinforce the apocalyptic atmosphere. The architectural background with domes alludes to Jerusalem and balances the verticality of the cross. The brushwork is restrained, with earthy and gray tones that enhance the introspective character. The work belongs to Spanish Baroque religious painting, where the theme of the Crucified Christ was treated with profound emotional intensity and an emphasis on redemptive suffering. The absence of secondary figures accentuates Christ’s solitude, following models close to the Seville school or the circle of Zurbarán.

Estimación:7.000€

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