Crucifixion (Golgotha)
- Artist
- Oskar Kokoschka
- Date
- 1912
- Style
- Expressionism
- Genre
- Religious painting
"Crucifixion (Golgotha)" is a powerful religious painting depicting the suffering of Christ on the cross, set against a dramatic and emotionally charged background. Created with oil paints on a textured canvas, the artwork exemplifies Expressionism through bold colors and intense brushwork that convey spiritual anguish and human pain. The composition captures the profound significance of the scene, blending religious symbolism with artistic innovation, making it a compelling example of how art can evoke both faith and emotion.
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