Christ of the Cornfield "and He Said Unto Them, the Sabbath was Made for Man,and Not Man for the Sabbath." Mark, Ii, 27.
- Artist
- Thomas Francis Dicksee
- Date
- 1883
- Style
- Academicism
- Genre
- Religious painting
"Christ of the Cornfield" is a compelling religious painting that captures a divine moment through a powerful use of canvas and oil paints. The composition embodies Academicism with respectful attention to detail, emphasizing the spiritual significance of Christ's message. Inspired by the biblical verse Mark 2:27—"the Sabbath was Made for Man, and Not Man for the Sabbath"—the painting highlights themes of compassion and divine grace. Its expressive style invites viewers to reflect on faith, tradition, and the essence of Christian doctrine.
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