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.