Christ and the Woman Taken in Adultery (c.1550) by Tintoretto

Christ and the Woman Taken in Adultery - Tintoretto - c.1550

Artwork Information

TitleChrist and the Woman Taken in Adultery
ArtistTintoretto
Datec.1550
Mediumoil,canvas
Dimensions119 x 168 cm
Art MovementMannerism (Late Renaissance)
Current LocationNational Gallery of Ancient Art (GNAA), Rome, Italy

About Christ and the Woman Taken in Adultery

“Christ and the Woman Taken in Adultery” is a religious painting by Tintoretto, dated circa 1550, created with oil on canvas. This exemplary piece, characteristic of the Mannerism (Late Renaissance) art movement, is held at the National Gallery of Ancient Art in Rome, Italy. The dimensions of the artwork are 119 by 168 centimeters, showcasing Tintoretto’s adept skills in religious thematic representation.

The artwork captures a significant biblical moment where Christ addresses the woman accused of adultery. The scene is set within an architectural space framed by imposing columns under a meticulously detailed coffered ceiling, emphasizing the grandeur of the setting. Christ is depicted seated on the ground, holding a slab, engaging with a semi-circle of onlookers adorned in robes, their halos an indication of their sanctity. The accused woman stands at the center, garbed in a dark blue and gold dress, her posture drawing attention as she extends a hand towards Christ. The background reveals a landscape view through the colonnade, adding depth to the composition. Tintoretto’s masterful use of light, shadow, and perspective, as well as his attention to the emotional depth of the figures, underscores the work’s dramatic and spiritual intensity.

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