Kristus i Ghetsemane have ? 1598 - 1674

Francesco del Cairo created this ink drawing titled "Christ in the Garden of Gethsemane" sometime during his career in 17th-century Italy. Cairo was working during the late Baroque period, a time marked by religious and political conflict. Here, we see Christ kneeling in anguish. Cairo’s choice to depict this moment of intense personal struggle rather than a scene of triumph or divinity is significant. During the Baroque era, there was a shift towards portraying religious figures with a heightened sense of emotion and humanity. This approach aimed to create a more direct and personal connection with the viewer. Looking at this drawing, I’m struck by the raw vulnerability it conveys. It’s a powerful reminder of the personal and emotional dimensions of faith, and the ways in which artists like Cairo sought to make these stories more relatable and human.