Christ at the Pool of Bethesda
- Artist
- Bartolome Esteban Murillo
- Date
- 1667 - 1670
- Style
- Baroque
- Genre
- Religious painting
- Location
- National Gallery
"Christ at the Pool of Bethesda" is a compelling religious painting that exemplifies the dramatic style of the Baroque period. Created with oil on canvas, it captures a moment of divine healing and human despair. The composition emphasizes intense light and shadow, characteristic of Baroque art, drawing viewers into a vivid narrative. The artist’s masterful brushwork and vibrant coloration evoke emotion and spirituality, making it a powerful example of religious storytelling through art.
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