Crucifixion

Crucifixion by Giovanni Battista Tiepolo
Artist
Giovanni Battista Tiepolo
Date
c.1745 - c.1750
Style
Rococo
Genre
Religious painting
The Religious painting titled Crucifixion by Giovanni Battista Tiepolo exemplifies the dynamic elegance of Rococo style. Created using oil on canvas, this artwork captures the dramatic and emotional moment of Christ's crucifixion with vivid colors and intricate details. Originally commissioned as part of the seven altarpieces by King Charles III for the Church of Saint Pascual in Aranjuez, it reflects Tiepolo's masterful skill in blending religious themes with the ornate flair characteristic of Rococo art, making it a compelling example of 18th-century religious painting in Spain.

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