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THE TAKING OF CHRIST. DRAMATIC MASTERPIECE OF #2367520

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THE TAKING OF CHRIST. DRAMATIC MASTERPIECE OF #2367520
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DESCRIPITON: THE TAKING OF CHRIST. DRAMATIC MASTERPIECE OF XIX CENTURY. The painting represents Jesus Christ being captured in the Garden of Gethsemane by soldiers who were led to him by one of his disciples, Judas Iscariot. Tempted by the promise of financial reward, Judas agreed to identify his master by kissing him: "The one I shall kiss is the man; seize him and lead him away safely" (Mark 14:44). Our artist focuses on the culminating moment of Judas? betrayal, as he grasps Christ and delivers his treacherous kiss. Christ accepts his fate with humility, his hands clasped in a gesture of faith, while the soldiers move in to capture him. He offers no resistance, but gives in to his persecutors? harsh and unjust treatment, his anguish conveyed by his furrowed brow and almost down-turned eyes. The image would have encouraged viewers to follow Christ?s example, to place forgiveness before revenge, and to engage in spiritual rather than physical combat. Caravaggio presents the scene as if it were a frozen moment, to which the over-crowded composition and violent gestures contribute dramatic impact. Likewise, the terrorized expression and gesture of characters placed behind Christ convey the emotional intensity of the moment. We are glad to show you an incredible and touching masterwork.



ARTIST: Unsinged



AGE: End of XIX century






CONDITION: The painting is in good conditions, it shows some little losses of colours. Please look at the pictures. It is provided with ...
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<tr><td>Condition:GOOD</td></tr>
<tr><td>Year:End of XIX century</td></tr>


<tr><td>Height:22.4</td></tr>

<tr><td>Width:27.5</td></tr>

<tr><td>Title:THE TAKING OF CHRIST. DRAMATIC MASTERPIECE OF</td></tr>


<tr><td>Type:oil on canvas</td></tr>
<tr><td>Location:ITALIA</td></tr>
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