Crucifixion 1480

Bartolome Bermejo's "Crucifixion" (c. 1480) is a striking example of Spanish Renaissance painting. This altarpiece features a detailed and dramatic depiction of Christ's crucifixion, with a focus on the emotional responses of those surrounding him. The composition is characterized by a powerful sense of perspective, as if the viewer is looking directly at the scene from below. The figures are rendered with realism and emotion, particularly the Virgin Mary and the other mourners at the base of the cross. This work demonstrates Bermejo's mastery of oil painting and his ability to convey both spiritual and emotional depth.