Jesus Christ and the sinner 1926

"Jesus Christ and the Sinner" is a 1926 painting by Emil Nolde, a German Expressionist artist. The painting depicts a powerful scene of forgiveness and redemption, with Jesus Christ, in the center, embracing a woman, a "sinner," who looks up at him with hope. The painting's vibrant colors and distorted forms are characteristic of Nolde's expressive style, emphasizing the emotional intensity of the moment. The work reflects Nolde's deep religious beliefs and his interest in exploring themes of human emotion and spirituality.