The artwork “Scenes from the Passion of Christ” was created by the artist Duccio in 1308. It is a piece of religious painting from the Proto Renaissance movement, made using tempera on wood. This artwork is part of the “Maesta” series, which is known for its depiction of religious subjects.
“Scenes from the Passion of Christ” by Duccio is a multi-panel painting that exhibits a series of events leading up to and including the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. Each panel captures a different episode from the Passion, such as the Last Supper, the betrayal by Judas, Christ before Pilate, the flagellation, the road to Calvary, and the crucifixion itself among others. The individual scenes are rendered with meticulous detail, showcasing Duccio’s ability to tell a complex narrative through art. The use of gold leaf and the rich palette of colors highlight the divine and solemn nature of the subject matter. The figures are depicted with elongated proportions and show expressions and gestures that convey the emotional intensity of the events, a characteristic of the evolving artistic style of the Proto Renaissance period.
