The
Ecce Homo by Caravaggio is a captivating oil on canvas painting that showcases the artist's exceptional skill in using chiaroscuro, a technique that involves the use of strong contrasts between light and dark to create depth and volume. The painting measures 128 x 103 cm and is currently housed in the
Palazzo Rosso, Genoa, Italy.
History and Attribution
The attribution of
Ecce Homo to Caravaggio is debated among scholars. However, most agree that it showcases the artist's mature Roman-period style, with forms visible close-up and modelled by dramatic light. According to Giambatista Cardi, nephew of the Florentine artist Cigoli, Cardinal Massimo Massimi commissioned paintings on the theme of
Ecce Homo from three artists: Cigoli, Caravaggio, and
Domenico Passignano, without informing the artists of the multiple commissions.
Style and Composition
The painting displays characteristics of Caravaggio's mature Roman-period style. The forms are visible close-up and modelled by dramatic light, with an absence of depth or background. The psychological realism of the torturer, who seems to mix sadism with pity, adds to the intensity of the scene. Pilate, in keeping with tradition, is shown as a rather neutral and perhaps almost sympathetic figure. You can explore more of Caravaggio's masterpieces on
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You can also explore the
Palazzo Rosso in Genoa, Italy, where the original painting is housed. The museum is home to an impressive collection of artworks from various periods and styles, including Baroque, Gothic, Renaissance, and Modern art. For more information on the museum, visit
https://ArtsDot.com/@@/A@D3AHHT-Palazzo-Rosso-Genoa-Italy.