Crucifixion with Saint John the Baptist (c.1650) by Orthodox Icons

Crucifixion with Saint John the Baptist - Orthodox Icons - c.1650

Artwork Information

TitleCrucifixion with Saint John the Baptist
ArtistOrthodox Icons
Datec.1650
Art MovementMacedonian school of icon painting
Current LocationPushkin Museum, Moscow, Russia

About Crucifixion with Saint John the Baptist

The artwork titled “Crucifixion with Saint John the Baptist,” created by the artist affiliated with Orthodox Icons around the year 1650, belongs to the Macedonian school of icon painting. This piece is part of the “Passion of Jesus” series and is categorized within the genre of iconography. Currently, it is housed in the Pushkin Museum located in Moscow, Russia.

The artwork depicts two primary scenes rendered with the traditional and spiritually resonant style characteristic of the Macedonian school. The left section illustrates the Crucifixion of Jesus Christ, with central figures including the crucified Christ, the Virgin Mary, and other witnesses portrayed in a state of mourning. The right section features Saint John the Baptist, depicted with an iconic posture and holding a scroll, emphasizing his role as a prophet. The use of rich, vibrant colors, along with the gold background, highlights the divine significance and solemnity of the scenes. The meticulous detail and reverent composition serve to convey a deep spiritual narrative central to Orthodox Christian iconography.

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