The Crucifixion
ca. 1675
Murillo captures a hauntingly serene moment in this dramatic Baroque depiction of the Crucifixion. Notice the skull at the base of the cross? That represents Adam, a traditional symbol reminding viewers that Christ's sacrifice redeems original sin. The dark, stormy clouds swirling around Jesus create an intense, emotional atmosphere typical of Spanish Baroque art, focusing all attention on his suffering and grace. Murillo was famous for his religious works in Seville, and this piece shows his mastery of light and shadow to evoke deep spiritual feeling.
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