The Crucifixion with the Virgin and Saint John 1624 - 1625

This painting by Dutch artist Hendrick ter Brugghen, created between 1624 and 1625, depicts the moment of Christ's crucifixion. The scene features the Virgin Mary, St. John the Evangelist, and Jesus on the cross. The figures are portrayed with powerful realism, and the artist uses chiaroscuro to create a sense of depth and drama. Ter Brugghen's use of tenebrism creates a stark contrast between light and dark, focusing attention on the central figures. This piece is considered a key work in Dutch Caravaggism, a movement that sought to emulate the dramatic style of the Italian master Caravaggio. The artwork is currently located at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.