Crucifixion


A powerful collection of over 120 art masterpieces depicting the Crucifixion.


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Overview
  • A powerful collection of over 120 masterpieces depicting the Crucifixion of Christ as interpreted by artists throughout history
  • Works are presented in chronological order, beginning with the first images of Christ on the cross in the 5th century, and concluding with a Robert Mapplethorpe photograph
  • Crucifixion, with images spanning over 1,500 years, reflects the range of responses that great artists can bring to this highly emotional, controversial subject
  • Includes illuminated manuscripts, ivories, frescos, oil paintings, etchings, sculpture, watercolour and photographs



In The Press
'This little Phaidon series ... has been executed with rare intelligence. The images (well produced) come from all over the world, supreme masterpieces rubbing shoulders with surprising and magnificently chosen obscurities.' (Neil McGregor, Director of the British Museum, World of Interiors)


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