Jesus vandrer på havet 1854 - 1932

André Bork created this lithograph, “Jesus vandrer på havet,” characterized by its dramatic chiaroscuro effect. The composition centers on a small boat tossed by a turbulent sea, juxtaposed against the ethereal figure of Jesus walking on water. This monochromatic work emphasizes texture, from the roiling waves to the anxious faces of the figures in the boat. The stark contrast between the dark, chaotic sea and the luminous, serene figure of Christ establishes a visual dichotomy. Bork uses line and shading to create a sense of depth and movement. The boat, rendered with detailed linework, is sharply contrasted against the blurry, mysterious figure of Jesus. This interplay between light and dark can be seen as a representation of faith amidst doubt, where the formal elements underscore the thematic content. The artwork invites contemplation on the nature of belief and the power of visual representation to convey spiritual concepts.