The Descent from the Cross by Torchlight

Rembrandt van Rijn (mentioned on object), 1654

The men taking Christ down from the cross after his death use a linen sheet to carefully lower his body. They are lit by a figure under the ladder holding a torch, the only light source in the scene. Everything directly around the flame is brightly illuminated, while details somewhat further away quickly vanish in the darkness of the night.

  • Artwork typeprint
  • Object numberRP-P-1962-45
  • Dimensionsheight 210 mm x width 162 mm
  • Physical characteristicsets en droge naald