Crucifixion

Crucifixion by Emil Nolde
Artist
Emil Nolde
Style
Expressionism
Genre
Religious painting
The Expressionism painting titled Crucifixion is part of Emil Nolde's The Life of Christ polyptych, created between 1911 and 1912. This religious painting vividly depicts the suffering and sacrifice of Christ on the cross, capturing intense emotion and spiritual depth characteristic of Nolde’s style. As a prominent example of his Christian-inspired works, Crucifixion exemplifies his bold use of color and expressive brushwork, serving as a powerful reflection of faith and devotion. It is now housed at the Nolde Stiftung Seebüll, highlighting its significance in early 20th-century religious art.

Related artworks

Explore emotions for this artwork