Dead Christ Supported by Angels
- Artist
- Giovanni Bellini
- Date
- 1480 - 1485
- Style
- Early renaissance
- Genre
- Religious painting
"Dead Christ Supported by Angels" is a powerful religious painting from the Early renaissance that vividly captures the somber moment of Christ's death. Executed using tempera on a small Panel, the artwork displays meticulous detail and vibrant coloration characteristic of the period. The composition features angels supporting Christ’s lifeless body, emphasizing themes of sacrifice and divine intervention. Its intimate scale and emotional depth exemplify the artistic innovations of the Early renaissance, blending religious narrative with a focus on human emotion and realism.
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