École européenne (XVII) - Crucifixión
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Selected by Caterina Maffeis
Master in early Renaissance Italian painting with internship at Sotheby’s and 15 years' experience.
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Crucifixión, an eighteenth‑century oil painting by École européenne (XVII), originating from Europe, measuring 42 × 28 cm, unsigned and needing restoration.
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The work presents a dramatic contrast between light and shadow, where clarity highlights the sacred, while darkness envelops the earthly and the painful. A central void draws attention, symbolizing sacrifice and transcendence, while the scene is bounded by an oppressive atmosphere that underscores the gravity of the moment. The use of space is tense, with a sense of confinement that amplifies the meaning of what is depicted.
The colors, carefully chosen, play a crucial role: warm tones suggest the divine and the eternal, while cold tones evoke mortality and suffering. The light, which seems to emanate from an invisible source, bathes some elements, contrasting with the darkness that surrounds the scene, creating a duality that reflects the struggle between good and evil, life and death.
The background dissolves into an undefined fog, leaving the viewer in a state of ambiguity, as if the reality of the scene is beyond the tangible. The balance between the figurative and the abstract creates a sense of timelessness, inviting reflection on the sacred, the eternal, and the fleeting nature of human existence.
Total dimensions: 42x28cm
Attention: this piece will only be presented at auction once.
It is important to highlight that the frame of the artwork is not included in this shipment. The image shown with a frame is purely illustrative and aims to provide a visual reference for how the artwork might look in its final presentation. The frame is an optional addition that can be purchased separately, according to the buyer's taste and preference, and may vary in style, color, and material.
The shipment of the artwork is carried out under strict security and protection conditions. The piece, carefully wrapped in a layer of protective material, is placed in a high-resistance cardboard container, specifically designed to cushion any impact during transit.
The work presents a dramatic contrast between light and shadow, where clarity highlights the sacred, while darkness envelops the earthly and the painful. A central void draws attention, symbolizing sacrifice and transcendence, while the scene is bounded by an oppressive atmosphere that underscores the gravity of the moment. The use of space is tense, with a sense of confinement that amplifies the meaning of what is depicted.
The colors, carefully chosen, play a crucial role: warm tones suggest the divine and the eternal, while cold tones evoke mortality and suffering. The light, which seems to emanate from an invisible source, bathes some elements, contrasting with the darkness that surrounds the scene, creating a duality that reflects the struggle between good and evil, life and death.
The background dissolves into an undefined fog, leaving the viewer in a state of ambiguity, as if the reality of the scene is beyond the tangible. The balance between the figurative and the abstract creates a sense of timelessness, inviting reflection on the sacred, the eternal, and the fleeting nature of human existence.
Total dimensions: 42x28cm
Attention: this piece will only be presented at auction once.
It is important to highlight that the frame of the artwork is not included in this shipment. The image shown with a frame is purely illustrative and aims to provide a visual reference for how the artwork might look in its final presentation. The frame is an optional addition that can be purchased separately, according to the buyer's taste and preference, and may vary in style, color, and material.
The shipment of the artwork is carried out under strict security and protection conditions. The piece, carefully wrapped in a layer of protective material, is placed in a high-resistance cardboard container, specifically designed to cushion any impact during transit.
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