Christ's knuckles
From my D70.
"The Dead Christ" (1854) in white Carrara marble by Irish sculptor John Hogan in the Basilica-Cathederal of St. John the Baptist in St. John's Newfoundland, Canada.
One of three versions of this statue done in Rome by Hogan -- the other two are in Ireland (Dublin and Cork). This stunning bit of religious art rests behind glass at the front of the sanctuary.
I was most struck by the detail of the hand that rests on the abdomen. I awaited its movement not for reasons of faith, but due to the incredible lifelikeness.
2 Responses
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On 9 February 2008 Marie Wilson gave props:
Lifelikeness - good word and good description of what you have captured here and what the sculptor achieved.
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On 17 February 2008 Joshua Blankman gave props:
Beautiful capture! I love the contrast.
Also by Steven Heipel
