Crucifixion 1492

Michelangelo's "Crucifixion" from 1492 is a powerful and moving depiction of Christ's sacrifice. This wooden sculpture, now housed in the Casa Buonarroti in Florence, showcases the young artist's mastery of anatomical detail and emotional expression. The figure of Christ is rendered with realistic precision, emphasizing the physical agony of the crucifixion, yet also conveying a sense of spiritual transcendence. The stark simplicity of the composition and the absence of any extraneous details focus the viewer's attention on the central figure and the profound moment it portrays. This early work by the Renaissance master is considered a significant example of the transition from late Medieval to High Renaissance art.