Oprichting van het kruis 1540 - 1585

Luca Cambiaso created this pen and brush drawing, “The Raising of the Cross,” in the 16th century. Cambiaso was working in Genoa at a time when the city was under immense social, political, and religious pressure. The focus on the crucifixion can be viewed through the lens of religious tensions during the late Renaissance, where the depiction of Christ's suffering held powerful emotional and spiritual significance. The sketch-like quality of the drawing, with its dynamic lines and figures caught in motion, lends the scene an immediacy, almost as if the viewer is witnessing this event firsthand. This approach allows for a more visceral and personal connection to the subject matter. Moreover, the work prompts us to consider the identities of those involved in this moment—the soldiers, the onlookers, and the condemned—and how their roles are shaped by power, faith, and mortality. It resonates as a testament to human suffering, inviting reflection on our own experiences and the shared human condition.