“The Death of Christ,” created by the Limbourg brothers, is an illustration belonging to the art movement known as International Gothic. This artwork is part of the “Très Riches Heures du Duc de Berry” series.
The artwork is a detailed and somber illustration that encapsulates the crucifixion of Christ. At the center of the composition, three crosses are depicted with Christ in the middle, flanked by two thieves. Above Christ, a divine figure with a halo is portrayed, observing the scene. The background is filled with a multitude of onlookers and soldiers, densely packed and somber, conveying the gravity of the moment. Surrounding the central illustration are four smaller, meticulously detailed miniatures, encapsulated within a border of intricate floral motifs in vibrant blues, pinks, and golds, which typifies the rich ornamental style of the Très Riches Heures.
