Crucifix 1562

Benvenuto Cellini's "Crucifix" is a powerful sculpture created in 1562, currently housed in the El Escorial, Madrid, Spain. This piece showcases Cellini's mastery of Renaissance sculpture, depicting a lifelike and anatomically accurate Christ figure with an emphasis on his muscular physique. The sculpture's dramatic realism was a departure from earlier, more idealized representations of Christ and contributed to Cellini's reputation as a leading artist of his time. This captivating work is a testament to both Cellini's skill and the enduring themes of faith and suffering.