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Explore three religious paintings - "Christ Crucified" by Francisco de Zurbaran, "Capitan" by Fernando Botero, and "Saint Francis Receiving the Stigmata" by El Greco. Each artwork reflects the artist's interpretation of faith and devotion to their beliefs, capturing different eras from Baroque to Modern to Renaissance. Discover the deep symbolism and emotional depth portrayed in these masterpieces that resonate with spiritual themes and personal connections.
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Art Project By: Matt Duch
Information • Title: Christ Crucified • Artist: Francisco de Zurbaran • Date of Composition: Around 1655 • Artistic era: Baroque
Why I chose this Painting? • I chose this painting because it signifies the sacrifice Jesus made for us. He died for our sins. This painting shows my religion. I follow Jesus‘s word and I will always be loyal to him.
Information • Title: Capitan • Artist: Fernando Botero • Date of Composition:1969 • Artistic era: Modern
Why I chose this Painting • This painting shows me what a true leader looks like. Although it may look silly, it shows me a leader who can take control of what he needs to accomplish. He looks like a true leader because of the determination that he shows in his facial expressions.
Information • Title: Saint Francis Receiving the Stigmata • Artist: El Greco • Date of Composition: 1585-1590 • Artistic era: Renaissance
Why I chose this Painting • I chose this painting because it also has to do with my religion. This man is calling out to Christ. He needs him to take away his sins so that he will be raised to the Heavens in his afterlife. He is a man of the Lord and he wants his sins to be washed away for ever.