“Christ in Gethsemane,” crafted by Mikhail Vrubel in 1888 in Kiev, Ukraine, is an evocative religious painting. Executed in charcoal on paper, this piece aligns with the Art Nouveau (Modern) and Symbolism movements. Measuring 140.5 by 52.5 cm, it currently resides in the Tretyakov Gallery in Moscow, Russia.
The artwork depicts a solemn and contemplative Christ standing amidst a dimly illuminated Gethsemane. He is rendered with a striking aura of light around his head, signifying his divine nature. The expression on Christ’s face captures a moment of profound introspection and sorrow, reflecting the gravity of the impending crucifixion. The dark background, in contrast with the luminous halo, enhances the ethereal and mystical quality of the piece, embodying the symbolic and modernist elements characteristic of Vrubel’s style.
