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Fine Art Print : The Body of the Dead Christ, detail of the head, 1521 (tempera on limewood)
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The Body of the Dead Christ, detail of the head, 1521 (tempera on limewood)
XIR897275 The Body of the Dead Christ, detail of the head, 1521 (tempera on limewood) by Holbein the Younger, Hans (1497/8-1543); 30.5x200 cm; Kunstmuseum, Basel, Switzerland; (add.info.: Le Christ mort. Detail : la tte. TILLEUL. SUR BOIS, PEINTURE A TEMPERA HOLBEIN Hans, dit le Jeune (1497 - 1543) KUNSTMUSEUM BALE IMAGE:Colour DATE:1521 INVEN:318 COUNTRY:Allemagne NOTE:Le Christ entier : PB 1412 PEINTURE (TYPE D OEUVRE), CHRIST MORT (edistinguer de MORT DU CHRIST), DETAIL cadrepar la prise de vue, TETE (cadrage ou fragment) va : TETE COUPEE, VISAGE PB1413 Detail tete a cadre); German, out of copyright
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Grotesque Macabre Mouth Open Purification Realism
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the profound depth and emotion of Hans Holbein the Younger's masterpiece, The Body of the Dead Christ, with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse. This intricately detailed depiction of the head of Christ, showcasing the artist's unparalleled skill in tempera painting, is a must-have for any art enthusiast or collector. Bring the haunting beauty and spiritual resonance of this iconic work into your home or office with our museum-quality print from Bridgeman Images.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 30.6cm (21" x 12")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This print captures a hauntingly realistic detail of "The Body of the Dead Christ" by Hans Holbein the Younger. Painted in 1521, this tempera on limewood masterpiece is housed in the Kunstmuseum in Basel, Switzerland. In this particular fragment, we are drawn to the head of Christ, which is depicted with remarkable precision and attention to detail. The artist's skillful use of color and texture brings forth an eerie sense of macabre realism. With eyes open and mouth agape, the viewer cannot help but feel a profound sense of sorrow and contemplation. Holbein's portrayal emphasizes the wounds inflicted upon Christ's body, enhancing its grotesque nature. Yet amidst this depiction of suffering lies a profound message of purification and redemption. The composition exudes a somber atmosphere that invites viewers to reflect upon their own mortality and contemplate themes such as life's transience and spiritual salvation. "The Body of the Dead Christ" showcases Holbein's mastery in capturing human emotion through his brushstrokes. This 16th-century artwork continues to captivate audiences with its powerful imagery that transcends time. This print from Fine Art Finder allows us to appreciate every intricate detail up close while preserving the historical significance behind Holbein's iconic work.
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