Descent from the Cross
- Artist
- Peter Paul Rubens
- Date
- 1612 - 1614
- Style
- Baroque
- Genre
- Religious painting
The Baroque panel painting Descent from the Cross, created by Peter Paul Rubens between 1612 and 1614, is a masterpiece that exemplifies his mastery of oil on canvas. Located in the Cathedral of Our Lady in Antwerp, Belgium, it depicts the poignant moment when Jesus Christ's body is carefully lowered from the cross after his crucifixion. This religious painting was commissioned by the Confraternity of the Arquebusiers and reflects Rubens' frequent exploration of this powerful biblical subject, highlighting his skill in creating dynamic compositions and emotional intensity.
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