The Baptism of Christ 1493

Cima da Conegliano's "The Baptism of Christ" (1493) is a large-scale altarpiece that showcases the artist's signature detail and clarity. The painting depicts the moment of Christ's baptism in the River Jordan, with John the Baptist pouring water over his head, and the Holy Spirit descending in the form of a dove. The scene is set against a serene landscape, with a distant city, and is populated with figures and angels, highlighting the spiritual significance of the event. This altarpiece, located in San Giovanni in Bragora, Venice, remains a key example of Cima's artistic vision and his contribution to the Venetian Renaissance.