Onnes (Christ and the Serpent)
- Artist
- Odilon Redon
- Date
- 1907
- Style
- Symbolism
- Genre
- Religious painting
"Onnes (Christ and the Serpent)" is a compelling religious painting that exemplifies symbolic depth and spiritual meaning. Created with oil on a panel, the artwork depicts a Symbolism of Christ's healing and salvation, illustrated through the imagery of Christ holding a serpent. The composition likely belongs to a tradition that emphasizes allegorical and mystical themes, capturing the viewer’s attention through its detailed symbolism. Its style may also reflect elements of Surrealism, adding an ethereal, dream-like quality that invites contemplation.
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