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The Taking of Christ. Painting ascribed to Gerard Seghers
Painting ascribed to Gerard Seghers (1591-1651). Flemish baroque painter. The Taking of Christ. San Fernando Royal Academy of Fine Arts. Madrid. Spain. Date: 2019
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20x30 inch Poster Print
Experience the profound emotion of The Taking of Christ with our exquisite poster prints from Media Storehouse. This stunning artwork, attributed to Flemish Baroque painter Gerard Seghers, depicts the poignant moment of Jesus' arrest in the Garden of Gethsemane. Meticulously reproduced from the original painting housed at the San Fernando Royal Academy of Fine Arts in Madrid, Spain, our poster prints bring the intricate details and rich colors of this masterpiece into your home or office. Immerse yourself in the story of the Passion with this beautiful and inspiring addition to your space.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 76.8cm x 51.4cm (30.2" x 20.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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The Taking of Christ," a masterpiece ascribed to the Flemish Baroque painter Gerard Seghers (1591-1651), is a powerful and dramatic depiction of an essential episode from the New Testament. This painting, dated back to the 17th century, is now part of the prestigious collection at the San Fernando Royal Academy of Fine Arts in Madrid, Spain. The scene portrayed in this artwork represents the moment when Judas Iscariot, one of the twelve apostles, betrays Jesus Christ by kissing him in front of a group of soldiers. The betrayal was a pivotal event leading to Jesus' arrest and eventual crucifixion. Seghers expertly captures the intensity of the moment through his use of chiaroscuro, a technique that creates strong contrasts between light and dark areas, heightening the sense of drama and tension. In the painting, Jesus stands calmly amidst the chaos, with his disciples Peter and John reacting in shock and disbelief. The soldiers, led by Judas, approach Jesus with torches and a lantern, their faces illuminated by the flickering flames. The contrast between the darkness surrounding Jesus and the soldiers, and the light emanating from the lantern, emphasizes the stark difference between good and evil. This painting is a testament to Seghers' skill as a painter and his ability to capture the essence of a biblical scene. The work is a significant example of Caravagism, a movement that emerged in the late 16th and early 17th centuries, characterized by its dramatic use of light and shadow. The Taking of Christ remains an essential piece of European art history, showcasing the richness and complexity of the Flemish artistic tradition. The painting's presence in the San Fernando Royal Academy of Fine Arts in Madrid is a testament to its historical and artistic significance. It continues to captivate audiences and inspire artists, reminding us of the enduring power of religious art and the human capacity for storytelling through visual mediums.
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