The Judas kiss
- Artist
- Karl Bryullov
- Date
- 1843 - 1847
- Style
- Romanticism
- Genre
- Religious painting
"The Judas kiss" is a powerful religious painting that vividly captures the moment of betrayal in the biblical story of Jesus and Judas Iscariot. The composition conveys intense emotion, with dramatic expressions and dynamic gestures that evoke the depth of Romanticism in its portrayal of betrayal and sorrow. The painting’s use of vivid color and movement emphasizes the spiritual and moral significance of the scene, inviting viewers to reflect on themes of loyalty and treachery. Its evocative style bridges the religious subject matter with the emotional intensity characteristic of Romanticism.
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