Departure of Christ from Mary, with Mary and Martha, the sisters of Lazarus

Departure of Christ from Mary, with Mary and Martha, the sisters of Lazarus by Correggio
Artist
Correggio
Date
1517 - 1518
Style
High renaissance
Genre
Religious painting
Location
National Gallery
The painting titled "Departure of Christ from Mary, with Mary and Martha, the sisters of Lazarus" is a captivating religious painting created with rich oil on canvas. Rooted in the High renaissance style, it masterfully captures a poignant moment of departure, emphasizing emotion and spiritual symbolism. The composition prominently features Mary and Martha, Lazarus’ sisters, displaying both devotion and sorrow. The detailed realism, balanced composition, and luminous colors exemplify the technical mastery typical of that era, making it a significant work in the tradition of religious art.

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