Agony in the Garden
ilyaefimovichrepin
acrylic
abstract painting
painted
possibly oil pastel
neo expressionist
acrylic on canvas
underpainting
painting painterly
mixed media
watercolor
"Agony in the Garden" is a painting by Ilya Repin, a renowned Russian artist known for his realism and emotional intensity. This artwork portrays the biblical event of Jesus's prayer in the Garden of Gethsemane, just before his crucifixion. Repin captures the profound sorrow and anguish of Christ, kneeling with his face turned upwards as he wrestles with his impending fate. The scene is enveloped in darkness, further emphasizing the gravity of the moment, but a faint light illuminates the upper portion of the canvas, hinting at divine presence. Repin's depiction of this pivotal moment in Christian history resonates with viewers on a deeply emotional level.
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