The Deposition
- Artist
- Giorgio Vasari
- Date
- c.1540
- Style
- Mannerism
- Genre
- Religious painting
Giorgio Vasari’s The Deposition (c.1540) is a captivating panel religious painting that exemplifies the Mannerism (late renaissance) style. Utilizing tempera on a wooden surface, Vasari captures the poignant moment of Christ’s body being carefully lowered after the crucifixion. The composition features elongated figures and expressive gestures, characteristic of Mannerism, emphasizing emotion and tension over naturalism. The artwork reflects the spiritual intensity and innovative aesthetics typical of late Renaissance religious painting.
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