The crucified Christ 1600 - 1899

Antonio Susini created this bronze sculpture, ‘The Crucified Christ,’ during the late 16th or early 17th century. Susini worked in Florence during a time when the Catholic Church was a major power, deeply influencing artistic production. The sculpture is a striking depiction of Christ’s suffering, yet it's also idealized, reflecting the complex relationship between religious devotion and artistic representation. The figure embodies both human vulnerability and divine transcendence. How does this affect your interpretation of sacrifice and salvation? Susini was part of a cultural context marked by religious reform. The dominant artistic narratives often reinforced religious and social hierarchies. Reflect on how this sculpture upholds traditional representations, or subtly challenges them, in its portrayal of divinity and humanity. Consider, too, how the enduring image of the crucifixion intersects with themes of power, sacrifice, and redemption.