Resurrection 1540 - 1585

Luca Cambiaso’s "Resurrection", made with pen and brown ink, captures a pivotal biblical moment through a dynamic and expressive arrangement of forms. The composition draws the eye upwards from the chaotic cluster of soldiers at the base, to the triumphant figure of Christ at the summit. Cambiaso uses sweeping lines and layered strokes to convey energy and movement. The figures are defined by contour lines, creating a sense of depth and volume. The rapid, almost frantic lines making up the ground and sky, contrast with the relative calm of Christ's figure, emphasizing his divine power over earthly turbulence. Cambiaso’s draftsmanship emphasizes the emotional intensity of the scene. The clustered forms of the soldiers—some recoiling in fear, others caught in disarray—underscore a dramatic disruption of order and a shift in power. By employing a consistent, swirling pattern, Cambiaso destabilizes a fixed meaning, inviting us to witness not just a religious event but a profound moment of transformation.