The Resurrection of Christ 1600 - 1700

This drawing titled "The Resurrection of Christ," of unknown date, was made by an anonymous artist using pen and brown ink with brown wash over red chalk. Religious art like this must be understood in relation to the power dynamics of its time. It can reflect a complex negotiation between personal faith, the social role of the church, and the cultural expectations of the community. "The Resurrection of Christ" presents a figure of Christ rising triumphantly. He is surrounded by a supporting cast of onlookers. We might ask, how does the artist negotiate the representation of power, divinity, and the very human emotions of faith, doubt, and awe? What underlying beliefs or societal norms are reinforced, or perhaps challenged, within this image? What does an artist keep and what do they leave behind? Consider the emotional resonance of this work. It encourages us to contemplate the narratives we inherit and the stories we choose to tell.