Scenes from the Life of Christ 1400 - 1799

"Scenes from the Life of Christ" is a 16th-century relief carving by Gil de Siloe, a Spanish sculptor who was active in the late 15th and early 16th centuries. The intricately carved walnut altarpiece, which is now housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, features a series of scenes from the life of Christ, including his Passion and Crucifixion. The detailed and expressive carvings depict a variety of figures, including Jesus, the Virgin Mary, and the Apostles, and create a powerful and moving narrative. Siloe’s "Scenes" offer viewers a glimpse into the fervor of religious devotion and the artistic mastery of a prominent Spanish sculptor during the Renaissance.