The artwork, titled “Crucifix,” was created by Cimabue between 1280 and 1283. This fresco, a prominent example of the Byzantine art movement, measures 360 by 690 centimeters and is a religious painting. It is located in the Basilica of Saint Francis of Assisi in Assisi, Italy.
The fresco meticulously captures the crucifixion of Christ, central to Christian iconography. At the center of the composition, Christ is depicted on the cross, surrounded by a multitude of heavenly figures, including angels who express various emotions of grief and reverence. Below Christ, religious figures gather, their gestures indicating intense mourning and devotion. The use of gold tones and precise detailing exemplifies the Byzantine style, emphasizing the divine nature of the scene. The composition’s grand scale and intricate depiction underscore its religious significance and artistic mastery.
