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Painting Depicting When Christ's Body Is Removed From The Cross

Painting Depicting When Christ's Body Is Removed From The Cross

In this closeup image, the details of an old painting come into focus, depicting the emotionally charged scene of the Descent from the Cross. The artwork captures the moment when Christ's lifeless body is removed from the cross for burial. The painting is situated inside the Greek Orthodox Catholicon within the Holy Sepulchre Church in Jerusalem. The composition is arranged with a deliberate sense of sorrow, portraying nine participants in the scene, nearly all weeping with grief. The figures are positioned around the slim, pale corpse of Christ, forming a frieze of sorrow that conveys the emotional weight of the moment. The close-up allows for an intimate examination of the painting's details, revealing the expressions of grief on the faces of the figures and the delicate rendering of Christ's body. The artist's skill in capturing the nuances of emotion is evident, as is the use of color and light to evoke a sense of solemnity. The setting within the Greek Orthodox Catholicon adds to the significance of the painting, placing it within the context of religious worship and reflection. The brushstrokes, textures, and details of the artwork become more pronounced in this close-up, inviting viewers to appreciate the craftsmanship and the narrative depth of the scene. This close-up glimpse into the old painting not only reveals the artistic and emotional richness of the Descent from the Cross but also serves as a visual portal into the Christian tradition and the sacred atmosphere within the Holy Sepulchre Church in Jerusalem.

Image ID#: 9710 / Category: Religion, Arts / Price: 499$
Painting Depicting When Christ
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Church Of The Holy Sepulchre Interior With Greek Orthodox Catholicon Dome And Christ Pantocrator Mosaic
Church Of The Holy Sepulchre Interior With Greek Orthodox Catholicon Dome And Christ Pantocrator Mosaic

This image provides a stunning view of the interior dome of the Greek Orthodox Catholicon, located inside the Church of the Holy Sepulchre in the Old City of Jerusalem. Taken from below, the image offers a panoramic view that captures the grandeur of the architecture and the sacred art adorning the dome. Large arches and marble columns support the structure, framing the central focus of the dome: the magnificent Christ Pantocrator mosaic. At the heart of the dome is the image of Christ Pantocrator, representing Jesus Christ as the ruler of the world. The mosaic is rich in detail and spiritual symbolism, portraying Christ with a halo containing the Christogram—Greek letters "IC" and "XC," which stand for "Jesus Christ." Inside the halo, the Cross is depicted with three arms, each bearing a Greek letter—"O ώ N" (omega, omicron, nu)—representing the phrase "He who is." This refers to God's self-revelation to Moses in the Book of Exodus and is reiterated in the Book of Revelation, emphasizing Christ’s divinity and eternal nature. Christ holds an ornate, gilded book in his left hand, symbolizing the Gospels, while his right hand is raised in a gesture of Eucharistic blessing. Surrounding Christ are key church leaders and saints from the Eastern Orthodox tradition, highlighting the connection between Christ and the church’s theological history. In the corners of the mosaic, the Four Evangelists—Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John—are depicted, gazing towards Christ, further underscoring his central role in Christian faith.