Sandro Botticelli (1445-1510) was a prominent Florentine Renaissance painter known for his graceful figures and mythological themes. His iconic works include “The Birth of Venus” and “Primavera”, showcasing elegant lines and a distinctive style that defined early Renaissance art.
Sandro Botticelli’s The Dead Christ Mourned (c 1495–1500) is a profound and emotionally intense depiction of grief. The lifeless body of Christ rests across the lap of the fainted Madonna, who is supported by St John the Evangelist. Mary Magdalene clasps his feet, while other mourning figures huddle in despair, their faces hidden or eyes closed, unable to bear the sight. Joseph of Arimathea stands solemnly against the rock-cut tomb, holding the crown of thorns and nails. The strained gestures, expressions, and the stark contrast of primary colors (blue, red, yellow) accentuate the intense pathos. This panel reflects the stylistic shift and deep spiritual anxiety Botticelli experienced following the influence of the friar Girolamo Savonarola.
Sandro Botticelli (1445-1510) was a prominent Florentine Renaissance painter known for his graceful figures and mythological themes. His iconic works include “The Birth of Venus” and “Primavera”, showcasing elegant lines and a distinctive style that defined early Renaissance art.
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Sandro Botticelli’s The Dead Christ Mourned (c 1495–1500) is a profound and emotionally intense depiction of grief. The lifeless body of Christ rests across the lap of the fainted Madonna, who is supported by St John the Evangelist. Mary Magdalene clasps his feet, while other mourning figures huddle in despair, their faces hidden or eyes closed, unable to bear the sight. Joseph of Arimathea stands solemnly against the rock-cut tomb, holding the crown of thorns and nails. The strained gestures, expressions, and the stark contrast of primary colors (blue, red, yellow) accentuate the intense pathos. This panel reflects the stylistic shift and deep spiritual anxiety Botticelli experienced following the influence of the friar Girolamo Savonarola.
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