Arresting of Christ

Date: 1602

The painting depicts the scene of Judas' betrayal of Jesus. A man in red clothing (Judas) kisses a man with long dark hair and beard (Jesus), which is the signal for a group of soldiers in armor to arrest Jesus. Several figures are shown in intense struggle, their faces illuminated by dramatic light contrasting with the dark background. This is a famous painting, characteristic of the Baroque style with its deep emotional expression and strong contrast of light and shadow.

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Caravaggio painted picture Arresting of Christ in 1602. Prevailing color of this fine art print is dark and its shape is landscape. This image is printed on demand - you can choose material, size and finishing.

Caravaggio (Merisi Michalengelo) (1571-1610). Italian Baroque painter, who in his short life was significantly influenced by Baroque painting. Born to a family of architects in Caravaggio, he was an unwary adventurer who liked teasing and toying with fate. In his early works, he preferred realism. He worked with light and shadow, combining natural and architectural elements. He captured dramatic scenes (and his images are very sensational) by utilising hyperrealism and an impressive use of light and shadow. An intense light side, which he started using, helped him add intensity to colours and link the composition into one unit. Light, intense colours, and choice of motifs (often with the presence of death) are the cornerstones of his work, which indelibly influenced the history of art.