Agony in the Garden by Ilya Repin

Agony in the Garden 

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acrylic

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abstract painting

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painted

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possibly oil pastel

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neo expressionist

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acrylic on canvas

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underpainting

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painting painterly

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mixed media

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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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