The Dead Christ in the Tomb with Two Angels, Abraham Janssen van Nuyssen (c. 1610)
Flemish Baroque artist Abraham Janssen van Nuyssen presents a solemn and deeply emotional depiction of Christ’s body resting in the tomb, attended by two grieving angels. The composition reflects the influence of Caravaggio, with its dramatic chiaroscuro—a striking contrast of light and shadow that enhances the physicality of Christ’s lifeless form and the sorrowful expressions of the angels.
The piece showcases Janssen’s mastery of rich color and bold lighting, characteristic of the Flemish Baroque style. The angels’ soft gestures and reverent expressions highlight the painting’s meditative quality, inviting the viewer into a moment of contemplation and mourning. The folds of the drapery and the rendering of Christ’s wounds exhibit a strong sense of realism, emphasizing both the human and divine aspects of the subject.
Cotton and polyester canvas on Radiata pine wood frame sourced from renewable forests. Includes back mounting.
