The Art of Jesus of Nazareth Trivia Quiz

"The Last Supper", painted by Leonardo da Vinci between 1495 and 1498, is a work of Renaissance art located in the Convent of Santa Maria delle Grazie in Milan, Italy. The painting depicts the moment immediately after Jesus announces that one of his disciples will betray him, capturing the shock and emotion of the apostles.

At the center of the composition, Jesus is portrayed with a serene expression, his head framed by a window that creates a halo-like effect. Da Vinci's use of perspective and light guides the viewer's attention to Jesus, making him the focal point of the painting.

Christ Crucified", painted by Diego Velázquez in 1632, depicts the biblical scene of Jesus' crucifixion. Velázquez presents Jesus nailed to the cross, his body leaning slightly to one side, with his head bowed and eyes closed. Unlike many other depictions of the crucifixion, there are no other figures or distractions; the dark background heightens the focus on Jesus alone. Velázquez's use of light subtly illuminates Jesus' body, highlighting his humanity while also conveying a sense of divine grace and dignity in his sacrifice.

"Christ Carrying the Cross" (1590-1595 ) by El Greco depicts the biblical scene where Jesus carries the cross to the place of his crucifixion, known as Golgotha. In the painting, Jesus is shown with the cross on his shoulder, portraying the moment of his journey through the streets of Jerusalem after being condemned to death.

The focus is on Jesus' face, which shows a calm expression despite the suffering he is enduring.

"Supper at Emmaus" was created by the Italian artist Caravaggio around 1601. This work is done in the Baroque style, characterized by dramatic use of light and shadow. The scene depicts a moment from the New Testament, where the resurrected Jesus reveals his identity to two of his disciples during a meal in the village of Emmaus, as described in the Gospel of Luke.

The disciples, who initially do not recognize him, realize who he is when he breaks the bread, a significant event that symbolizes the presence of Jesus after his resurrection.

"The Yellow Christ" was painted by the French artist Paul Gauguin in 1889. This work belongs to the Post-Impressionist style, which is known for its vivid colors and symbolic use of forms. The painting depicts the biblical scene of the crucifixion of Jesus Christ, with Jesus shown on the cross. Gauguin, however, set the scene in the Brittany region of France, blending the biblical event of the crucifixion with a local, rural environment.

"The Body of the Dead Christ in the Tomb" was painted by Hans Holbein the Younger around 1521-1522. This Northern Renaissance work depicts the biblical scene of Jesus Christ lying in his tomb after the crucifixion, showing his lifeless body stretched out in a stone coffin.

The painting is famous for its unflinching portrayal of death, showing the physical reality of Christ's body after suffering. It is thought that Holbein may have been influenced by the religious turmoil of his time, as the painting was created shortly before the Reformation began to reshape Europe.

"The Ghent Altarpiece", also known as "The Adoration of the Mystic Lamb", by Jan van Eyck and his brother Hubert van Eyck, was completed in 1432. This work is an outstanding example of Early Netherlandish art. The specific panel in the image shows "Christ the King" or "God the Father", depicted in a majestic pose with a crown and ornate robes, symbolizing divine authority and power. "The Ghent Altarpiece" includes multiple panels depicting saints, angels, and various biblical events.

The altarpiece has a rich history, having been hidden, stolen, and recovered several times, including during the Napoleonic Wars and World War II.

"The Transfiguration", created by the Italian Renaissance artist Raphael, was completed in 1520 with the help of his assistants. This High Renaissance work depicts the biblical scene from the New Testament where Jesus is transfigured on Mount Tabor, becoming radiant and elevated above the ground while Moses and Elijah appear beside him, symbolizing the law and the prophets. Below, the apostles are depicted reacting in amazement, struggling to heal a possessed boy, a scene that contrasts the divine calmness above.

It was originally commissioned for the French Cardinal Giulio de' Medici and intended to be an altarpiece for the Narbonne Cathedral in France.

"The Supper at Emmaus" was painted the Dutch artist Rembrandt van Rijn in 1648 in the Baroque art style. The painting depicts the same biblical scene as the Caravaggio painting, where the resurrected Jesus reveals himself to two of his disciples during a meal in the village of Emmaus.

As Jesus breaks the bread, the disciples suddenly recognize him, and the moment is filled with awe and realization. This painting was created during a period in which Rembrandt explored themes of spirituality and redemption, reflecting his interest in the intimate and personal moments of biblical stories.

"Crowning with Thorns" (1542-1543) by the Italian artist Titian is part of the High Renaissance art style. It depicts a biblical scene from the Passion of Christ, where Jesus is crowned with a crown of thorns by Roman soldiers who mock him as "King of the Jews." The soldiers are shown forcefully pressing the crown onto Jesus' head while he endures the suffering and humiliation.

It was created during a period when Titian was at the height of his career.

"The Dead Christ with Angels" was created by the French artist Édouard Manet in 1864. The painting, a part of the Realist art movement, portrays the biblical scene of Christ after the crucifixion, lying dead, with two angels beside him-one appearing mournful and the other contemplative.

The painting reflects Manet's interest in exploring religious subjects through a modern, more naturalistic lens, diverging from the traditional approach of his predecessors. When it was first exhibited at the Salon of 1864 in Paris, the painting sparked controversy due to its direct and unidealized depiction of Christ.

"The Last Judgment" is a monumental fresco created by the Italian artist Michelangelo between 1536 and 1541. It is a masterpiece of High Renaissance art. The fresco covers the entire altar wall of the Sistine Chapel in Vatican City and depicts the biblical scene of the Last Judgment, where Christ returns at the end of time to judge the souls of all humanity.

In the center, a powerful Christ is shown raising his arm in a gesture of condemnation or salvation, surrounded by saints, angels, and the resurrected dead, who are either ascending to heaven or being dragged to hell.

The fresco stirred controversy due to its dramatic style and the nudity of many figures, which led to alterations being made decades later, covering some parts with drapery.