Descent from the Cross

Artist: Fra Angelico
Location: Museo di San Marco, Florence
Medium: Tempera on panel
Date: 1432–1434

Biblical Context

Deposition from the Cross - The removal of Christ's body from the cross after the Crucifixion, as described in the Gospels (Matthew 27:57-59, Mark 15:42-46, Luke 23:50-53, John 19:38-40).

Also known as the Santa Trinita Altarpiece. Notable for its new naturalism and harmony of figures and landscape.