The Agony in the Garden 1626 - 1627

Nicolas Poussin's "The Agony in the Garden" (1626-1627) depicts the biblical event of Jesus's struggle in Gethsemane, where he faces his impending crucifixion. The painting features a dramatic composition with Jesus kneeling in the foreground, while a host of angels ascend into the heavens. The three disciples are depicted sleeping in the lower portion of the canvas. The scene is set in a dark, moody landscape, emphasizing the sense of isolation and despair. Poussin's masterful use of light and shadow creates a sense of drama and tension. This work is considered a masterpiece of early Baroque painting and is now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.