Christ Giving His Blessing 1481

"Christ Giving His Blessing" is a 1481 oil painting by the Early Netherlandish artist Hans Memling, currently housed in the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston. The painting depicts a frontal portrait of Christ, his right hand raised in a gesture of blessing. This intimate depiction of Christ, captured in the style of Northern Renaissance art, offers viewers a poignant visual representation of Christ's divine power and grace. The use of naturalism, with Christ's delicate features and flowing hair, contrasts with the dark background, focusing the viewer’s attention on the central figure.