The Resurrection of Lazarus (1896) by Henry Ossawa Tanner

The Resurrection of Lazarus - Henry Ossawa Tanner - 1896

Artwork Information

TitleThe Resurrection of Lazarus
ArtistHenry Ossawa Tanner
Date1896
Art MovementRealism
Current LocationMusée d'Orsay, Paris, France

About The Resurrection of Lazarus

“The Resurrection of Lazarus,” created by Henry Ossawa Tanner in 1896, is a religious painting rooted in the Realism art movement. The artwork is currently housed in the Musée d’Orsay in Paris, France.

The artwork poignantly captures the biblical scene of Jesus performing the miracle of raising Lazarus from the dead. The focal point is Lazarus, who lies on what appears to be a bed or slab, swathed in white garments, as he is revived. Surrounding him are Jesus and a group of spectators, their faces a mix of awe, reverence, and solemnity. The dramatic use of light and shadow effects emphasizes the spiritual intensity and gravity of the moment, with the light particularly highlighting Lazarus and the central figures. The expressions and gestures of the onlookers convey their emotional and spiritual turmoil, while Jesus stands serenely commanding, a beacon of divine intervention and hope amidst the darkness. Tanner’s use of realistic detail brings a tangible authenticity to this powerful religious scene.

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