Christ driving the Traders from the Temple

Christ driving the Traders from the Temple by El Greco
Artist
El Greco
Date
1600
Style
Mannerism
Genre
Religious painting
Location
National Gallery
"Christ driving the Traders from the Temple" is a powerful religious painting that depicts the biblical scene where Jesus expels merchants and money changers from Jerusalem’s Temple, a story recounted in all four Gospels. Rendered on a canvas using oil paints, the artwork captures dynamic movement and emotional intensity. Its style may reflect influences from Mannerism (late renaissance), characterized by dramatic compositions and elongated figures, emphasizing the spiritual urgency of Christ’s act.

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