Christ Carried to the Tomb (c.1565) by Tintoretto

Christ Carried to the Tomb - Tintoretto - c.1565

Artwork Information

TitleChrist Carried to the Tomb
ArtistTintoretto
Datec.1565
Mediumoil,canvas
Dimensions164 x 128 cm
Art MovementMannerism (Late Renaissance)
Current LocationScottish National Gallery, Edinburgh, UK

About Christ Carried to the Tomb

The artwork titled “Christ Carried to the Tomb” by Tintoretto, dating circa 1565, is executed in oil on canvas. This piece belongs to the Mannerism (Late Renaissance) art movement and measures 164 x 128 cm. It is categorized as a religious painting and is housed in the Scottish National Gallery in Edinburgh, UK.

In the artwork, the somber scene depicts several figures engaged in the poignant task of carrying the body of Christ to his tomb. At the center, Christ’s lifeless form is borne by a group of mourners. Each figure exhibits a profound sense of grief and reverence, captured in their tender handling and solemn expressions. The craftsmanship of Tintoretto is evident in the dynamic composition, the dramatic interplay of light and shadow, and the careful attention to detail in the figures’ drapery and physical forms. The grouping of the mourners around Christ’s body creates a sense of movement and depth, drawing the viewer into the intense emotional experience of the scene. The subdued palette and the artist’s expressive brushwork further amplify the painting’s somber and reflective mood, characteristic of Mannerist influence.

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