Christ on the Cross 1632

Diego Velázquez's "Christ on the Cross" (1632), a powerful and somber depiction of the crucifixion, is a cornerstone of Spanish Baroque art. The artist, renowned for his mastery of light and shadow, uses a dark background to emphasize the starkness of Christ's suffering. The realism of the figure, with its visible wounds and contorted pose, evokes a deep sense of empathy and devotion in the viewer. This masterpiece is housed in the Museo del Prado in Madrid, Spain.