What is St. Francis Embracing Christ on the Cross? St. Francis Embracing Christ on the Cross is a masterpiece created in an unknown year by Bartolomé Esteban Murillo. This Oil on canvas is currently housed at the The National Gallery. Use our interactive viewer below to explore community observations and add your own visual notes.

Detailed view of St. Francis Embracing Christ on the Cross by Bartolomé Esteban Murillo at The National Gallery

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Artist: Bartolomé Esteban Murillo

Art StyleBaroque
MediumOil on canvas
Hosting Museum The National Gallery
LocationLondon, United Kingdom

About the Artwork

A dramatic depiction of Saint Francis of Assisi embracing the body of Christ on the cross, symbolizing Francis's profound devotion to Christ's Passion and his spiritual renunciation of the world.

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Where can I see St. Francis Embracing Christ on the Cross?

This masterpiece is currently on display at the The National Gallery.

What style is St. Francis Embracing Christ on the Cross?

It is categorized as Baroque.

St. Francis of Assisi Christ Crucifixion Embrace Christianity Renunciation Piety Sacrifice Spiritual devotion

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