The Resurrection of Christ 1612

Peter Paul Rubens' "The Resurrection of Christ" (1612) is a monumental triptych depicting the resurrection of Jesus. The central panel showcases a radiant Christ, his body bathed in light, stepping triumphantly from the tomb. Surrounding him are Roman soldiers, some in fear, others in disbelief, reacting to this miraculous event. The flanking panels, depicting Saint John the Baptist and a kneeling female donor, add a sense of devotion and reverence to the scene. The work, found in the Cathedral of Our Lady in Antwerp, is characteristic of Rubens' dramatic style and masterful use of color, embodying the dynamism of the Baroque era.