The Crucifixion

Written By Brian Fletcher
“The Crucifixion" (1627) by Francisco de Zurbarán.

“The Crucifixion" (1627) by Francisco de Zurbarán.

“The Crucifixion" (1627) by Francisco de Zurbarán. The black background and amazing detail on Jesus’ body and loin cloth make this painting feel three dimensional. It is unknown if Zurbaran ever saw Caravaggio’s paintings, but looking at this piece, it is hard to believe he had not.

Brian Fletcher
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